Vital Alert: Cozumel Biosphere Under Threat from Sewage Spillage

An aerial view of water flowing over the curved spillway of a dam with surrounding greenery and small debris along the water's edge.

Reports indicate a severe sewage contamination issue on the island of Las Golondrinas. The contamination is infiltrating the subsoil and reaching the aquifer layer, posing a significant threat to the environment.

Local residents have taken to social media to highlight the sewage overflows throughout the urban areas. The situation has been worsened by recent rainfall, turning various areas into infection hotspots.

The residents have called upon the authorities, including the President of Mexico, to invest in new water and sanitation infrastructure. This investment is crucial to address the current contamination issue and prevent future occurrences.


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