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Local environment news on climate, conservation, and air and water quality. We unpack risks, restoration plans, and recovery, plus resilience planning.

San José estuary plan
•October 4, 2025

Five-year San José estuary plan finally gets the green light

Los Cabos advances a five-year San José estuary plan to fight contamination, invasive plants, water recovery and wildfire risks at a key Ramsar site.
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JAC puerto vallarta
•October 2, 2025

JAC automakers film commercial driving on protected sea turtle nesting zone in Puerto Vallarta

Officials will admonish JAC after a promo drove on Boca de Tomates, a protected beach. Puerto Vallarta turtle nesting rules bar vehicles there.
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Estero San José protection
•October 1, 2025

Los Cabos moves wastewater plant for Estero San José protection

Los Cabos will replace the Fonatur wastewater plant and build La Sonoreña II to deliver Estero San José protection, remove most old works, and add...
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Cancún sea turtle nesting
•October 1, 2025

Cancún sea turtle nesting hits record after million eggs

Cancún sea turtle nesting hits a rare high with over one million eggs protected across 48 corrals as officials and hotels add space along the...
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Cancun blue crab crossing
•September 23, 2025

Cancun blue crab crossing season starts with first count

Cancun blue crab crossing season begins with the first count and early rains. Ecology crews logged 135 crabs and expect higher runs in early October.
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Tulum royal flycatcher
•September 19, 2025

Tulum royal flycatcher survives by clinging to wetlands

The Tulum royal flycatcher survives in local wetlands, flashing a rare fan-shaped crest. Habitat pressure is rising. What protects it and what’s at risk.
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Playa del Carmen growth sparks warnings from scientists
•September 19, 2025

Playa del Carmen growth sparks warnings from scientists sparks warnings from scientists

Environmental groups say Playa del Carmen growth is endangering dunes, mangroves, cenotes, and nearby reefs, urging changes to the city’s PDU now.
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Cancún fireworks fines
•September 11, 2025

Cancún fireworks fines proposed to protect pets

Cancún fireworks fines up to 30,000 pesos are being pushed by animal-welfare groups to curb explosive displays and protect dogs during September celebrations, as lawmakers...
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Cancún crocodile sightings
•September 10, 2025

Cancún crocodile sightings rise as urban growth hits lagoon

Cancún crocodile sightings are rising as urban growth nears Nichupté Lagoon. Officials log 6–7 reports a month. What’s driving it and how to stay safe.
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Mayan Train freight terminal
•September 8, 2025

SEMARNAT approves 261-hectare clearing for Mayan Train freight terminal

Mexico’s environment ministry approved clearing 261 hectares for the Mayan Train freight terminal in Cancún, with conditions on species, aquifer risks, and fuel logistics.
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El Médano cleanup
•September 8, 2025

El Médano cleanup removes 15 tons after Lorena in Los Cabos

El Médano cleanup collected 150 bags and 15 tons of debris after Hurricane Lorena, with Navy, ZOFEMAT, and volunteers restoring Los Cabos’ main beach.
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Cancun crocodile attack
•September 6, 2025

Cancun crocodile attack leaves Texas tourist in stable condition

Cancun crocodile attack near Km 11 left a 31-year-old Texas visitor with non-life-threatening injuries after he approached the Nichupté lagoon for a photo.
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