Yucatan’s beaches, renowned for their beauty and biodiversity, are protected by federal and state laws that forbid motorized vehicles on the shore.
The recent case of a driver who entered San Bruno beach with a Tesla Cybertruck sparked outrage on social media and raised concerns about the environmental damage this practice causes.
The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) has imposed fines of more than 300,000 pesos (US$15,000) on those who drive or park in protected areas such as El Playón in Progreso.
In addition, the Federal Penal Code establishes penalties of 1 to 9 years in prison for those who damage the habitat of endangered species, such as sea turtles.
The entry of motorized vehicles is prohibited because they compact the sand, affecting the turtle nesting cycle (from April to October). They destroy the nests of protected species, erode the coast, and alter the ecosystem.
Authorities urge tourists and locals to use authorized parking; report vehicles on beaches to 911 or Profepa (National Profepa), and respect the signs and protective barriers.
“The beaches belong to everyone, but their conservation is the responsibility of each individual,” authorities emphasize.
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