In Mahahual, a tourist spot on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, a deliberately set fire destroyed at least 50 restaurant palapas. The blaze spread quickly during the peak cruise season, when the area attracted hundreds of visitors. Local authorities are investigating the cause and have declared the site a risk zone. Owners of the affected businesses lament the loss, stating the fire has severely impacted tourist flow. The Mahahual community expects to recover its businesses over time, but the economic damage is significant.
Mahahual Fire: 50 Palapas
A deliberately set fire destroyed at least 50 restaurant palapas in Mahahual, a tourist spot on Mexico’s Caribbean coast. The blaze spread quickly during the peak cruise season, when the area attracted hundreds of visitors. Local authorities are investigating the cause and have declared the site a risk zone. Owners of the affected businesses lament the loss, stating the fire has severely impacted tourist flow. The Mahahual community expects to recover its businesses over time, but the economic damage is significant.