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Both issues of The Isla Mujeres Magazine are here,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
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From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles & photos
Beaches are free of jellyfish and ready to receive swimmers
Libres de medusas
Playas listas para recibir a ba帽istas
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 20 de octubre.-
See City section...
Removing junk from the runway that could be mosquito breeding grounds
Retiran basura de la pista a茅rea
Potencial criadero de mosquito
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 20 de octubre.-
See TVIM section....
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
The Isla Mujeres beaches return to normal after the massive arrival of jellyfish ✨馃彎✨Our visitors and locals can swim safely and without worry 馃寠馃強馃徏馃強馃徑 The video says "Enjoy our beaches with confidence. You will find them free of jellyfish. VIDEO
https://goo.gl/Y9WUoC
The same dynamics of the currents, have now moved these invertebrates away from the island's coasts. Although they are not considered a danger to people's lives, they cause skin irritation when contact occurs.
Although the precautionary alert for jellyfish has been lifted, Mayor Juan Carrillo Soberanis instructed the personnel of the Departments of Civil Protection and of Ecology and Environment to monitor the movement of the jellyfish, in order to guarantee the well-being of those visiting the beaches.
The Civil Protection coordinator, Helman Ulises Berman Graniel, said that during the presence of the invertebrates on the island's coast, they were under observation and were being closely watched by the lifeguards, so that they could request that the swimmers get out of the water if necessary. He said this measure was implemented for the safety of swimmers, and to prevent them from being exposed to jellyfish, which upon contact with skin, release a substance that causes irritation.
He added that for the municipal president, Juan Carrillo Soberanis, the security of visitors and the area is paramount, so that in a coordinated way, with the Direct of Ecology and Environment, Carlos Barranco Garc铆a, the monitoring will be maintained regarding the displacement of the jellyfish. Mr. Berman Graniel concluded, "Although the beaches are safe and free of this marine species, which arrived at the shores of the western part of the island as a result of changes in the weather, we will continue to monitor their displacement."
The cleanliness and quality of the beaches in Isla Mujeres attracts tourists and locals. Thanks to the coordinated work between the municipal government and the staff of ZOFEMAT, we keep our beaches clean and ready to be enjoyed. VIDEO LINK to article. (See yesterday's translations).
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
The beaches of Isla Mujeres are free of jellyfish and ready to receive swimmers LINK
On Saturday, Oct. 21 the Cahuameros basketball team will travel to Merida Yucatan to play against Modelo University on Saturday and Sunday . LINK
The Community of Alcoholics Anonymous of Isla Mujeres will celebrate in the municipality the Second Meeting of General Services, a meeting of members of four municipalities of Quintana Roo, an event to be held on October 28 and 29. LINK
Councilwoman Atena G贸mez Ricalde: commemorating 64th anniversary of the women's right to vote LINK Conferences will conclude Nov. 25, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Complaint against Aguakan concerning report of wastewater leak on Rueda Medina avenue Photo at LINK
Starting early in the day, the Department Navy of Mexico began working on the retirement of several boat hulls of boats that have been left and abandoned at the end of the airstrip, which will be dismantled. LINK
There are eight hulls of old boats among the overgrowth at the end of the runway, which were impounded or found adrift over more than 20 years. There were recently complaints about a proliferation of mosquitoes from residents in the area, and the Navy is now removing and dismantling them.
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
Reduced presence of jellyfish
Reduce la presencia de “aguasmalas” [+] Ver masFull article at this link
See City section above. This article notes on Wednesday, the presence of jellyfish up to 30 centimeters in diameter were reported at several points; a visitor who suffered an attack was treated at the hospital that day. Monitoring and guidance measures were immediately activated to support observation and prevention measures. This phenomenon is atypical on the island. On Thursday, boaters observed them in areas like MUSA and Manchones reef.
Ulises Berman Graniel, director of Civil Protection, said that the sea current seems to have already moved the jellyfish that were observed on the west side of the island, across the bay, to the open sea. During the monitoring, it was concluded that the presence has been reduced.
Reduce la presencia de “aguasmalas” [+] Ver masFull article at this link
See City section above. This article notes on Wednesday, the presence of jellyfish up to 30 centimeters in diameter were reported at several points; a visitor who suffered an attack was treated at the hospital that day. Monitoring and guidance measures were immediately activated to support observation and prevention measures. This phenomenon is atypical on the island. On Thursday, boaters observed them in areas like MUSA and Manchones reef.
Ulises Berman Graniel, director of Civil Protection, said that the sea current seems to have already moved the jellyfish that were observed on the west side of the island, across the bay, to the open sea. During the monitoring, it was concluded that the presence has been reduced.
Kiosk in need of maintenance in colonia Salina Chica
Peligroso kiosko en la Salina Chica. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The kiosk in the park and playground in Salina Chica has deteriorated and is in need of maintenance, which is evident when observing the breaks in the concrete and rusting of its supports. Some residents say they have reported this to the Public Services department.
"Pink Walk" on the malecon
“Caminata Rosa” en el malec贸n. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
The “La Caminata Rosa” (Pink March) began at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, from the Fishermen's monument to the Paseo of la Trigue帽a, (by the eastern malecon) where they held talks and cultural presentations to commemorate Day of the Fight Against Breast Cancer, with an emphasis on the importance of self examination and timely diagnosis. In addition to raising awareness, there was a message of solidarity between women who suffer or have suffered with this disease, at this event which was coordinated by the DIF social service agency and civil associations.
Second meeting of AA General Services
Segunda Reuni贸n de Servicios Generales de “AA”. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
See TVIM section.
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| Kitchen in a large studio. (Sur & Norte are identical) |
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| Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed. |
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| A large slider opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table & chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole, and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left. |
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| Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen. A queen & single bed. |
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| Large studio (Sur) with Queen & Single bed. Slider door & view are behind me. |
Fine dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Within ten minutes walk are the restaurants Mango Cafe, Brisas, Manolitos, Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, and the large department store-grocery Chedraui. Visit marinas, bars, & beach clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Attend Yoga classes a couple villas away at hotelito Casa Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks away in the village, as well as a variety of other stores and small local restaurants. It takes 20-30 minutes to walk downtown.
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Provided by MaraVilla Caribe & Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events
Sunday, Oct. 1 Noches Magicas 8p Town Square
Full moon Thursday, Oct. 5
Sunset ~6:30
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| Oct. 5 6:49 Oct. 6 7:33 Oct. 7 8:19 Oct. 8 9:09 Oct. 9 10:01 Oct. 10 10:57 |
Sunday, Oct. 8 Noches Magicas 8p Town Square
Monday, Oct. 9 Day of Fishermen
Thursday, Oct. 12 Dia de la Raza
Sunday. Oct. 15 Noches Magicas 8p Town Square
Saturday, Oct. 21 Anniversary of the birth of Ramon Bravo
Sunday, Oct. 22 Noches Magicas 8p Town Square First Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, Oct. 28 8p Mundaca Theater 8pm "Festival of the Dead" (In the end, we are born to die)
Sunday Oct. 29 Noches Magicas 8p Town Square
Tuesday, Oct. 31 Halloween
Tuesday, Nov. 1 All Saint's Day Dia de los Muertos
Wednesday, Nov. 2 All Soul's Day Dia de los Muertos
At this time of year, Mexican families remember & celebrate their departed relatives. Hanal Pixan is the name of the Mayan celebration. Altars are made with photos of the deceased, where offerings of favorite foods and items are placed, copal incense is burned, and marigold flower petals are often used. The schools usually have altar contests & displays, there's usually one in the Town Hall, and last year there was a display of altars representing different of Mexico at the Casa de la Cultura.
All Saints Day & All Souls Day, Nov. 1 & 2, are the Dias de los Muertos...one for children, one for adults, when families visit graves & clean & decorate them. On the island, these are private moments in the cemeteries, not public celebrations like in many parts of Mexico.
There is usually a silent procession with residents dressed in white, black, and traditional clothing, and many wear Catrina makeup. In addition to keeping these traditions alive, Halloween is celebrated enthusiastically on Hidalgo. Bring lots of little items & be prepared to be mobbed by cute kids and to enjoy the various impressive, clever homemade costumes.
Sources for Storm Information & Weather:
Wunderground
Tropical Tidbits
NOAA
LINK to Civil Protection Q Roo weather bulletin (Spanish)
LINK to Mexico National Weather Service (Spanish)
LINK to satellite images for the Mexico National Weather Service (Yucatan peninsula is under Satellite GOES Este, I recommend "Animacion" (it used to be in my blog margin, until Blogger became incompatible with it).
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