Playa del Carmen is facing a massive new sargassum washout in its downtown area, without any visible presence or intervention from the municipal government or the Navy, officially charged with containing this phenomenon, according to the website diariocambio22.
Residents and local business owners expressed their deep disappointment with the actions (or lack thereof) taken by the authorities, pointing out that the sargassum problem is not solved with photos, challenges, or videos on social media, but with real and sustained action.
“This is the worst economic year for small businesses and companies,” said several Playa del Carmen residents who requested anonymity for fear of reprisals. The impact is not limited to those located on the oceanfront; the lack of tourists directly impacts all of Playa del Carmen, including areas like Fifth Avenue, hotels, restaurants, and services in general.
In addition, health problems such as diarrhea and respiratory illnesses have been reported, which have not been addressed with serious studies or monitoring, increasing the health risk for locals and tourists alike.
If the situation continues without adequate attention, Playa del Carmen could face a further decline in tourist arrivals, further affecting an economy already weakened by the lack of sensitivity and action on the part of the responsible authorities.

Source: reportur