Greenpeace has warned that faecal waste is contaminating drinking water in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, according to a recent report from the environmental group.
The study identifies nearby pig farms and municipal wastewater as the most likely sources of the contamination, raising concerns about the safety of local water supplies for residents and visitors alike.
While the report does not detail specific locations or the extent of the pollution, it highlights the growing risk of waterborne pathogens in areas where livestock operations and inadequate sewage treatment coexist.
Greenpeace has called for urgent action to improve waste management practices and protect the region’s water resources, noting that Yucatan’s economy depends heavily on tourism and agriculture.
Local authorities have yet to respond to the findings, but the report underscores the need for better regulation and infrastructure to safeguard public health in the peninsula.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
