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Sargassum in Quintana Roo has become a persistent challenge for coastal communities and the tourism industry along Mexico’s Caribbean coast. This section covers ongoing news about sargassum seaweed arrivals, beach conditions, government response, cleanup efforts, scientific monitoring, and the impact on destinations like Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Mahahual. Learn about seasonal forecasts, mitigation strategies, hotel advisories, and how local economies and ecosystems are affected by the yearly influx. Whether you’re a traveler, resident, or environmental observer, follow this tag for reliable updates on how sargassum in Quintana Roo is being managed and what it means for tourism, marine life, and coastal life.

Cancun hit by one month’s worth of sargassum in just three days

Cancun officials report a dramatic surge in sargassum seaweed, with a month's worth washing ashore in just three days, disrupting tourism and straining cleanup crews....
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UNAM launches online survey to track sargassum health impacts in Quintana Roo

UNAM invites Quintana Roo residents to report sargassum health impacts via an online survey, shaping strategies to protect coastal communities. The UNAM Institute of Marine...
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Sargassum levels hit moderate to excessive on 68% of monitored beaches in Quintana Roo

Today, July 12, 2025, 68% of monitored Quintana Roo sargassum beaches report moderate to excessive algae arrivals while 25% remain clean. See the full list...
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Cancún boosts tourism diversification to counter sargassum surge

Cancún tourism diversification expands beyond beaches to water parks, cultural sites, religious tours and nightlife to tackle sargassum challenges and keep visitors engaged. Cancún’s iconic...
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Historic surge in sargassum on Tulum beaches

Between January and June 2025, Tulum crews cleared over 2,000 tons of sargassum Tulum shores, double last year’s haul, as local teams work daily to...
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Cancún Firefighters Lead Sargassum Cleanup at Playa Coral

Cancún firefighters join lifeguards in a sargassum cleanup Cancún effort at Playa Coral to protect beaches, marine life and the city’s tourism image. Members of...
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Caribbean sargassum predicts 400,000 tons this season impacting coastal ecosystems, reefs and tourism

Discover the latest Caribbean sargassum forecast predicting 400,000 tons this season and its impact on coastal ecosystems, reefs and tourism. Mexican coastal communities brace for...
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Sargassum in Quintana Roo Hits 76 Beaches from Cancun to Tulum, Only 24 Clean Beaches

Sargassum in Quintana Roo has reached moderate to excessive levels on 76 beaches—including Cancun—as cleanup crews race to protect tourism and coastal ecosystems. A recent...
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Which Quintana Roo Beaches Clean From Sargassum and Those Covered Today July 4 2025

Daily sargassum tracking for July 4, 2025: see which Quintana Roo beaches are clear of sargassum and which have landings, with ongoing cleanup efforts keeping...
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USF and NASA warn that July sargassum arrival will peak on Mexican Caribbean beaches

USF and NASA warn that July sargassum arrival Caribbean will peak on Mexican Caribbean beaches, driven by currents through the Yucatán Channel. Cancun, Q. Roo...
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Sargassum Crisis Hits Playa del Carmen Without Government Response

A massive sargassum washout in Playa del Carmen has gone unaddressed by local and federal authorities, threatening tourism, public health, and the local economy. Playa...
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Massive Beach Cleanup to Combat Sargassum in Cancun

After a week of the Cancun’s tourism department denying sargassum existed and insisting media photos were fakes, over 600 public servants and volunteers joined the...
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