Tourism service providers in Playa del Carmen are sounding the alarm about the rise of black watersespecially noted along 4th and 6th streets, where sewage overflow, likely due to a broken pipe, is causing widespread concern among the local community.
The severity of the problem has been documented through videos shared on social media by those directly affected. Despite prompt reports to authorities by those in the tourism industry, there has been a noticeable lack of response or corrective action to address this pressing issue.
The ongoing situation is visibly worrying for tourists, who are confronted with the continued discharge of sewage, endangering the local environment.
Stakeholders have noted that this problem becomes particularly pronounced after rainfall, which impacts both the famed Fifth Avenue and adjacent beach areas.
Explanation from the former Minister of Public Services about the overflows in Playa del Carmen
Carlos Segura Espadas, the former minister of municipal public services, clarified that rain often leads to saturation of the drainage system, resulting in flooding in the lower areas of the city. This recurring problem not only affects those who provide tourism services, but also significantly damages Playa del Carmen’s reputation as a premier tourist destination.
