Playa del Carmen Declares Red Alert Over Sargassum

Playa del Carmen has declared a red alert as massive amounts of sargassum seaweed continue to overwhelm its beaches along the Riviera Maya. The declaration signals a serious environmental and tourism challenge for the region.

1 May, 21:58 — 1 May, 21:58

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Playa del Carmen declares red alert as sargassum overwhelms Riviera Maya beaches

Sargassum season is off to an early, intense start in Quintana Roo, where state officials are preparing to dispose of over 100,000 metric tons of seaweed expected to arrive in coming months. The post Playa del Carmen declares red alert as sargassum overwhelms Riviera Maya beaches appeared first on Mexico News Daily

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