“Save Tulum’s Coral Reefs! Urgent Call to Action to Prevent Devastation”

The shallow water coral reefs off the coast of Tulum, stretching from Akumal Bay to Punta Allen, are dying at a worrying rate. The main cause of this is believed to be harmful human activities.

Carlos Solís, an experienced diver who has spent years working in the local tourism sector, has expressed concern about the alarming rate of coral "bleaching". He and his colleagues believe that there are several reasons for this, but there are three main factors that authorities could address to prevent further damage.

Firstly, Solís suggests that hotels along the coastal strip should have their wastewater management systems inspected. Poor control of wastewater could be a major factor in the declining health of the reefs, and it's crucial that authorities ensure it isn't being discharged into the sea.

Secondly, Solís highlights the damaging practices of nautical service providers. Anchors being dropped onto the reefs can directly harm them, and it's important to raise awareness among those involved in these activities.

Lastly, Solís points to spearfishing as another potential factor. This activity can disrupt the biodiversity of the reefs, contributing to their accelerated decline.

Solís urges federal, state, and municipal authorities to invest more resources in the preservation of these coral reefs. They are a major tourist attraction, drawing thousands of visitors from around the world, and their protection should be a priority.