Note: From the NHC/NOAA this morning: The government of Mexico has extended the Hurricane Watch westward along the northern coast of the Yucatan peninsula to Rio Lagartos. A Hurricane Watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area. A watch is typically issued 48 hours before the anticipated first occurrence of tropical-storm-force winds, conditions that make outside preparations difficult or dangerous. http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
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Both issues of The Isla Mujeres Magazine are here,
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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
Government of Juan Carrillo: Protecting health with junk removal campaigns
Protege la salud
Gobierno de Juan Carrillo, con descacharrización
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 4 de octubre.-
Another ferry company could offer service between the island and Puerto Juarez
Pudiera entrar otra naviera
En servicio a Puerto Juárez, y viceversa
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 4 de octubre.-
Cleaning streets and storm drains to prevent flooding
Previenen inundaciones
Comuna despeja calles y alcantarillas
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 3 de octubre.-
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From the Municipal Facebook site..... ( FB page link)
With the ongoing junk removal campaign in Isla Mujeres we continue fighting mosquito borne diseases. Let's prevent mosquito breeding in our yards this rainy season.https://goo.gl/xyLRnx(this link isn't working now)
Quintana Roo is in the path of Tropical Depression 16 and monitoring it. Pay attention to official sources of information.
In Isla Mujeres we pride ourselves on the talent of our athletes.Today we made the official presentation of our basketball team 🏀 Cahuameros.https://goo.gl/bcYunp
October is the month of prevention and fight against Breast Cancer. Remember to do self-examination and to go to your periodic check-ups, your health comes first!
Throughout the month of October, there are discounts available for payment of fines and fees at the Municipal Treasury of Isla Mujeres.
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From Tvisla Mujeres ( link to photos & articles)
With the seal of Isla Mujeres in its design, last Tuesday Aguakan and the high school Colegio Bachilleres carried out the inauguration of their Educational Garden. Video
The Navy of the Fifth Region brought 4.5 tons of aid to Mexico City...LINK
October is the month in which the National Institute for Adult Education (INEA) will undertake the third National Campaign of Incorporation and Accreditation, with the purpose of bringing education services closer to people over 15 who have not completed their.... LINK
The Port Authority of Quintana Roo (APIQROO) confirmed that there are two ferry companies interested in competing with Ultramar.LINK
They are seeking to begin operations with personnel from Isla Mujeres and will also offer a rate of up to 30 percent lower than currently offered by Ultramar
They are the company Naveganto S.A de C.V, and the company Marinsa S.A de C.V., who are both based in Ciudad del Carmen Campeche. Manuel García García, Director of Operations of the Port Authority of Quintana Roo in Puerto Juarez, explained that on Sept. 13 and 15, both companies requested spaces to install their ticket booths at the Maritime Terminals.
They have also requested information corresponding to the port charges and in both cases have submitted copies of the authorization (Federal) of the General Directorate of Merchant Marine, which confirms their interest in entering into operation.
The manager of Apiqroo confirmed that both companies are committed to beginning operations before the third week of October, but do not rule out that it could be earlier. He explained that the ferry company "Naveganto" could enter into operation with a flotilla of several boats, however this has not yet been confirmed by the company.
He said, "On the part of the Apiqroo, I can inform you that we have facilities so that both companies can operate without any problem, since we have four berths."
BEST RATES FOR ISLANDERS Unofficially, it is said that in both cases they seek to enter into operation with Isla Mujeres personnel and that they will also offer a rate for residents of up to 30 percent lower than that currently offered by Ultramar, but it is a version that is not yet confirmed. The company Marinsa has even have begun to request personnel through social networks.
Boaters prepare for the incoming storm LINK
At 11am, the Quintana Roo Department of Civil Protection issued a blue alert advisory regarding Tropical Depression 16 which recommends that residents pay attention to the trajectory and development of the tropical system which at 10am was 889 kilometers south-southeast of Xcalak, Quintana Roo, according to a bulletin issued by the National Weather Service.
A few weeks after the establishment of the Animal Welfare Regulation in Isla Mujeres with a legal process in case of complaints about lack of animal care, the director of Environment and Ecology, Carlos Barranco García, announced that they have.... ..LINK
The Ultramar company announced that a new boat should arrive in December and offer trips from Isla Mujeres to Punta Sam.
The company Ultramar who today moves more than 90 percent of the passengers that arrive to Isla Mujeres, also seeks to enter the competition in the ... #Ferry, #Ultramar LINK
The Mexican Caribbean could not get avoid the current hurricane season, although hurricanes are known to have raged through the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba and Florida, and now attention is focused in the Caribbean. LINK
Every year in the months of September and October a campaign for the Protection of Blue Crabs and Red Crabs is established. Therefore, we are making drivers aware so they will avoid running them over. LINK
Here is NOAA's report at 2amWednesday
Showers and thunderstorms associated with the broad area of low pressure located over the southwestern Caribbean Sea continue to show signs of organization. Environmental conditions are forecast to steadily become more conducive for development, and this system is expected to become a tropical depression within the next couple of days. The large disturbance should move slowly northwestward across or near the eastern portions of Nicaragua and Honduras, move into the northwestern Caribbean Sea on Thursday, and emerge over the southern Gulf of Mexico by the weekend. Interests in Nicaragua, Honduras, Belize, and the Yucatan peninsula should monitor the progress of this system over the next few days. An Air Force Reserve reconnaissance aircraft is scheduled to investigate the disturbance this afternoon, if necessary. Regardless of development, this system will likely produce heavy rains over portions of Central America during the next few days. * Formation chance through 48 hours...high...70 percent. * Formation chance through 5 days...high...80 percent.
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles & photos
I'm sorry, I don't have time to translate all of these today....
Increasing tourism
Se incrementa el turismo [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Fishing nets full of seaweed
Redes de pesca cargadas de sargazo [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Monitoring tropical depression
Tomar previsiones Ver masFull article at this link
-Civil Protection of Isla Mujeres recommends that the inhabitants of the municipality pay attention and take precautions in anticipation of the threat of tropical depression number 16 which is forecast to evolve and arrive this Saturday in the Channel of Yucatán, and to follow official information.
According to the National Hurricane Center (CNH) Miami is projected to arrive in Isla Mujeres on Saturday at dawn, the meteor is in waters of the Caribbean, by Central America.Civil Protection of Quintana Roo launched the "Blue Alert, approach" regarding the approach of the strom which was located, 889 kilometers south-southeast of Xcalak at 10am on Wednesday with maximum sustained winds of 55 kilometers per hour , with gusts of 65 k/hr.
The Tropical Depression is expected to become a tropical storm later today or tonight, and when that happens, it will give the name "Nate".
Note: From the NHC/NOAA this morning: The government of Mexico has extended the Hurricane Watch westward along the northern coast of the Yucatan peninsula to Rio Lagartos. A Hurricane Watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area. A watch is typically issued 48 hours before the anticipated first occurrence of tropical-storm-force winds, conditions that make outside preparations difficult or dangerous. http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
Navy takes aid to victims
Envía Semar ayuda humanitaria a damnificados+] Ver masFull article at this link
20% of businesses are not compliant
El 20% de los negocios, irregulares[+] Ver masFull article at this link
Fishermen return to work
Pescadores volvieron a la mar [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Nautical tourist services restricted
El 20% de los negocios, irregulares[+] Ver masFull article at this link
Fishermen return to work
Pescadores volvieron a la mar [+] Ver masFull article at this link
Nautical tourist services restricted
Servicios náutico-turísticos, restringidos[+] Ver masFull article at this link
Month of the fight against breast cancer begins
Inicia mes de la Lucha Contra el Cáncer de Mama. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
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Month of the fight against breast cancer begins
Inicia mes de la Lucha Contra el Cáncer de Mama. [+] Ver masFull article at this link
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| View from the rooms. |
MaraVilla Caribe Bed & Beach Three rentals with large glass doors overlooking our white sand beach and the beautiful Caribbean sea, with kitchenettes & free WIFI. In the coastal neighborhood of Bachilleres, among upscale villas & boutique hotelitos, convenient to downtown or the colonias, yet separate. Quiet & Private.
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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. |
Free amenities such as hammocks, bikes, outdoor shower, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer, loungers. Breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available. Downtown is ~ a mile away; if you don't feel like walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi. Parking. You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then come home our quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts
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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
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).
Donation needs:
The Mexican Red Cross Facility Isla Mujeres is in La Gloria, telephone 8770280. Here are lists of what is required, based on evaluations of needs & damages. No water, No clothing, No medicines.
For the Food kits: Nonperishables in cans & bags, not the big bulk cans or pkgs: Tuna, sardines, beans, rice, lentils, dry pasta, canned veg & chiles, broth, salt, mayo, cooking oil, instant coffee, sugar, jam, chocolate powder or tablets, cookies & crackers.
Hygiene kits: TP (4 rolls), Feminine napkins, toothbrushes & paste, shampoo, bar soap, razors.
Baby kits: Diapers (12 pk), wet wipes, baby oil, baby talc, neutral soap, shampoo, baby bottles, baby food, honey for babies, blankets
Cleaning kits: Detergent, cleaning soap, brooms, brushes, dustpan, buckets, squeegees, mops, rakes
Baby kits: Diapers (12 pk), wet wipes, baby oil, baby talc, neutral soap, shampoo, baby bottles, baby food, honey for babies, blankets
Cleaning kits: Detergent, cleaning soap, brooms, brushes, dustpan, buckets, squeegees, mops, rakes
The DIF social service agency is seeking donations of medical supplies, clean clothing, and bottled water at the CRIM (physical rehab) facilities in La Gloria, including disposable gloves, masks, gauze, bandages, surgical supplies & gloves & scrub brushes, IV equipment, syringes, hydrogen peroxide, antiseptic, and tape, as well as clean sheets, blankets, personal hygiene items and unexpired medications. 9a-4p at the DIF.
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