beach pollution in Mexico
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“Most beautiful” beach in Mexico is the target of environmental tragedy

A fuel leak – caused by a boat fire – is polluting Balandra beach, considered one of the most beautiful in Mexico.

On Saturday night (20/08), a yacht identified as Fortius caught fire and caused a leak that turned the blue waters and white sands of the “most beautiful” beach in Mexico blacksystem. (with the BBC Brazil)

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Since 2012, the site has held not only the title of “flora and fauna protection area”, but also a World Heritage Site granted by UNESCO (United Nations Educational and Cultural Organization).

The causes of the accident remain unknown.

The beach – whose access is always restricted – is closed until its total cleaning, for which the competent authorities do not yet have a datesystem. (El País*)

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