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Today's C-19 report for Isla Mujeres remains unchanged today with a total of 221 positives, 20 deaths and 184 recovered.
For 10/30, the state geoportal continues to report 6 active cases with 3 Downtown, 2 in La Gloria and 1 in Salina Chica. On the national map for 10/30, the municipality reports 147 suspicious and 99 negatives.
Potential Tropical Depression headed at Central America
Full moon tonight rises over the Caribbean at 6:30p (clouds permitting) shortly after sunset at 6:11
Nov 1-Sunday at 7:07p
Nov 2-Monday at 7:46p
Nov 3 Tuesday at 8:30p
Nov 4 Wednesday at 9:18p
Nov 5 Thursday at 10:10p
Nov 6 Friday at 11:06p
From the City (Ayuntamiento de Isla Mujeres)
The Island closed out the "Pink Month" with delivery of two wearable prosthesis to women who have survived breast cancer, in coordination with the organization "Regala Miel con Amor" (Give honey with love) and the municipal Women's Institute (IMM). There is the possibility that more help may be available from this organization for island women in March. During this month dedicated to raising awareness about the fight against breast cancer, a series of talks were held.
Caption: To reduce the spread of covid-19 it is important to keep healthy distance in public places between one person and another. Graphic: Remember to maintain healthy distance when going to basic service establishments.
The "Yellow Caps" urge everyone to avoid groups and to follow measures against C-19.
Remember that on Halloween and Day of the Dead, the epidemiological light remains yellow.
Because the state government's epidemiological light place Isla Mujeres in the Yellow status for risk of contagion of coronavirus, members of the program Social Participation Liasons "Yellow Caps" are urging the population to avoid Halloween parties & Day of the Dead gatherings.
While it is true that this is currently the New Normality, sanitary measures for the prevention of Covid-19 continue, and it is necessary for the population to intensify the correct use of face masks, frequent hand washing and use of antibacterial gel, and the implementation of healthy distancing.
In addition, everyone should avoid parties and gatherings of people to prevent the spread, especially when there is a risk of a second wave of the disease.
Remember the Epidemiological light is still yellow. Large parties and events for Halloween and Day of the Dead are prohibited. Let's help reduce contagion and act responsibly.
Successful response to kick boxing class announcement in Isla Mujeres
In the yellow epidemiological light, the classes be following health recommendations to take care of the health of the athletes and contain the spread of C-19. There was an excellent response and the quota is full for the classes, which are: Mixed Martial Arts, Kick Boxing and Full Functional Training. There are 40 participants, of whom 25 are women. The coaches are Janetti Concepción Delgado Moguel y Rodrigo Rafael Gómez Vizcarra. The classes are temporarily suspended at this time, because after the passage of two hurricanes recently, the facilities where the classes are taught are being rehabilitated with electric power.
TVisla Mujeres
COFEPRIS (Federal Commission for the Protection Against Sanitary Risks) closed a medical office in colonia La Gloria for lacking required documents. The office is located on the corner of Jurel & Sierra streets, with a sign on the entrance offering consultations for 100 pesos Monday thru Friday (but no sign with the name of the clinic). A young man at the office said they are not yet operating, but when the inspectors arrived, the business appeared to be open. For the moment it will not be able to operate while the agency investigates. LINK
Noti Isla Mujeres
A male person passed away who was attended by the paramedics of the Red Cross in front of the Construction materials business "Marma" in Salina Chica, whose possible cause of death was a cardiac arrest.
The cemeteries are closed, which began at 6p on Friday and they will reopen on Tuesday, to avoid large gatherings of people commemorating Day of the Dead. (photos)
VIDEO Authorities with the three levels of government are conducting joint operations to avoid large gatherings of people for Day of the Dead, and to ensure compliance with the measures that are required due to the C-19 pandemic. These agencies include COFEPRIS, SATQ, municipal Fiscalizacion (Enforcement), Civil Protection, and Public Security.
During a National Dengue campaign, Oct 26-30 nebulization took place against the mosquito that spreads this disease, along with Zika and Chiungunya, cover 80 hectares which included the colonias of La Gloria, Amp. la Gloria, Guadalupana, and downtown. The also treated the two municipal cemeteries. Another campaign of nebulizing 80 hectares is planned to include the other colonias. (photos)
A successful campaign collected 3 tons of electronics and household appliances to be recycled from colonias La Guadalupana, La Gloria, and Amp. la Gloria, with support from "Relmex" and Jose "Pepe" Lopez. The items will be taken to Cancun for recycling. Due to the good response, this will be implemented monthly in different colonias. (photos)
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Full moon rising over the Caribbean
Thursday, Oct 31 at 6:30, shortly after sunset
Sunset 6:34-6:11pm (beginning vs end of month)
Sunrise 6:38-6:49am
Painting by Pamela Haase at MVC
Turtles continue nesting in October.
They nest along the eastern beaches. Tortugranja staff and volunteers gather the eggs and incubate them in the sand in a pen outside the facility. Three species nest annually in Isla Mujeres, Greens, Loggerheads, and Hawksbills. The season officially ends on the 15th, but monitoring continues thru the end of the month. Photos of nest hatching out at MaraVilla Caribe Bed & Beach, that was missed by the Tortugranja patrols.
Oct. 6-10, -Draconid meteors, peaking on evening of Oct. 7, but should be worth watching on the night before and after, also This is an evening meteor shower, that you don't have to stay up late to watch...look before the waning moon rises in mid-to-late evening. It is usually a slow shower with a meteor every 10-15 minutes. But it is known for having 'bursts" of hundreds or thousands of meteors in occasional years, which aren't predicted with any certainty. "Meteor showers are like fishing. You go, and sometimes you catch something."
Oct 20-21-22-Orionid meteors peak in the early morning hours. There's more activity after midnight and the maximum amount in the pre-dawn hours of Oct. 20th & 21st . These are "shooting stars" from Halley's Comet & occur from early October to early November as the earth passes thru its debris.
Sources for Weather Information:
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
LINK to GOES East Band 16 GIF (animation)
LINK to a private weather station on Isla Mujeres
LINK to NHC
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Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events Friday, October 30
Now formation chance has increased to 70% through 48 hours and remains 80% through 5 days. Shower activity continues to become better organized in association with a tropical wave located over the eastern Caribbean Sea. Conditions are conducive for further development of this system, and a Tropical Depression is likely to form this weekend or early next week as the system moves into the central and western Caribbean Sea. The Governor noted that it is heading toward Central America and currently poses no threat to our coasts, and bears monitoring for its potential development and trajectory. He also mentioned the cold front "norte" that arrived today. VIDEO
The state epidemiological light remains in Yellow for both the Northern and Southern Zones for Monday thru Sunday, November 2-8. In our Northern Zone, the Contagion Risk had a slight increase, reaching 0.98-0.99, because there has been a rebound of cases in recent days. The Governor says there is a very real risk of returning to Orange, which occurs when the Contagion Risk reaches 1. To reach Green, the Contagion Risk must drop below 0.5. He emphasizes the importance of practicing preventative hygiene measures and not letting down your guard.
The Hospital Availability factor remains in Green in both Zones. In the Southern Zone, The Contagion Risk improved to 0.88.
The Governor emphasizes that parties and celebrations for Day of the Dead are NOT permitted. He says do not put our health at risk and don't put us at risk of returning to Orange or Red. Don't cause more cases and more deaths. Face masks are mandatory, and protocols need to be strictly followed, which is particularly important in the Northern Zone, because it is very close to returning to Orange. This would cause many more restrictions, lower hotel capacities and affect the economic recovery. He says everyone who is organizing these types of gatherings needs to think better of it, it's not worth it; we are currently in a very complicated moment with this epidemic and we need to be very strict about protocols in order to move forward, and not backward. Celebrations will cause an increase in cases and deaths, and a return to Orange or Red. Discipline and attention are required in regard to protocols and activities.
The C-19 report from Isla Mujeres today is unchanged with a total of 221 positives, 20 deaths and 184 recovered.
Last evening the Governor reported that our Northern Zone would remain in Yellow next week, thru Nov 8th, and he urged everyone to strictly adhere to protocols. He said our Zone's Contagion Rate ha increased to 0.98-0.99, which is concerning because at 1 is where we return to Orange status on the state epidemiological light (and 0.5 is Green). He reminded everyone that gatherings, activities and parties to celebrate Day of the Dead or Halloween are prohibited this weekend, and asked for cooperation with this to prevent more cases, more deaths, and the possibility of moving backwards in our economic recovery.
The state geoportal continues to report 6 active cases by colonia for 10/29 as 1 in Salina Chica, 2 in La Gloria and 3 Downtown.
The Incidence Rates have been updated, with Isla Mujeres improving slightly at 2.56 per 10,000 inhabitants. Tulum is the worst in our Northern Zone at 4.28, Benito Juarez (Cancun) & Puerto Morelos-1.94, Holbox (LC)-1.83, Solidaridad (PDC) 1.72, and Cozumel-1.62.
On the National Map for 10/29, our municipality reports 141 suspicious and 99 negatives.
No "Ley Seca" / Prohibition in Q Roo
Businesses that are authorized to sell alcoholic beverages will continue to be allowed to sell during their regular hours, as allowed by the State Epidemiological light, for Restaurants,Minisupers, Convenience Stores, Major to-go stores. The head of SEFIPLAN (Ministry of Finance & Planning) clarified that these sales are authorized to continue in the eleven municipalities of the state, in accordance with the Yellow color announced by the Governor. The allowed hours have been continued thru November 30th, which for restaurants are Monday to Sunday from 10am to 1am the next day. For the package stores the hours continue to be Monday to Saturday 9a-12a and Sundays 9a-5p. Restrictions continue for bars.
Here's the official press release: http://cgc.qroo.gob.mx/no-hay-ley-seca-en-quintana-roo/
The Mayor says: Friends of Isla Mujeres, by official decree all meetings and public or private parties for the celebration of the Day of the Dead or Halloween are prohibited. We are living in difficult times when we all have suffered the loss of loved ones due to the coronavirus pandemic. We have to join forces to protect our families and the vulnerable population. In a joint effort, we will launch an operation between the National Guard, Municipal Police, COFEPRIS, SEFIPLAN and SATQROO to invite the community to stay at home, and we will take the necessary measures to inhibit meetings/gatherings.
Let's raise awareness and be prudent about the risks posed by crowds or gatherings of people; it depends on the commitment of everyone for the reactivation of our municipality and to continue advancing on the state epidemiological light.
Thursday, Oct 1 at 6:49, just after sunset
Oct 2 7:22
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Isla Mujeres Daily News & Events Thursday, October 29
A large area of disturbed weather associated with a pair of tropical waves is moving from the tropical Atlantic across the Lesser Antilles and into the eastern Caribbean Sea. Upper-level winds are expected to become more conductive for development during the next couple days and a Tropical Depression could form over the weekend or early next week while the system moves westward across the central and western Caribbean Sea. The formation chance through 5 days has been increased to 60%, and the formation chance through 2 days is 20%.
Our Northern Zone remains in Yellow next week, as does the Southern Zone, on the state epidemiological light.
Isla Mujeres continues to report 221 positives with 20 deaths and now there are 184 recovered.
The state geoportal for Oct. 28 still reports 6 active cases by colonia as 1 in Salina Chica, 2 in La Gloria and 3 Downtown.
The national map for Oct. 28 reports 139 suspicious and 99 negatives.
I'll update the state epidemiological light for next week (Monday-Sunday) after it's announced around 9pm tonight.
The DIF says citizens should come to their facilities who need these medicines Monday-Friday 9a-4p with their voter ID and their prescription or pill container. (Link to List)
Follow the hygiene protocols, Together we fight Covid-19.
Young people 12-29 years old are invited to join this Literary Calaveritas competition, which can be in verse or prose of 3 or 4 paragraphs, submitted in a digital PDF format with your information. It should be about an historical person of Isla Mujeres, conserving our Mexican traditions and let's continue celebrating our ancestors who are still alive or those who have passed. The first prize will be decided by social media votes and second place will be chosen by judges based on creativity, development of the text and social media reactions. There will be surprise prizes for both and voting will continue thru November 3rd at Juventud Isla Mujeres FB page until 1p when the reactions will be totaled.
Municipal and state authorities toured the island (and the Continental Zone) reviewing damage caused by the recent hurricanes Delta and Zeta. The municipal officials included the Mayor, Juan Carrillo Soberanis, who was accompanied by the state Secretary of Labor & Social Security (STyPS) Catalina Portillo, representing the Governor. They toured the Esplanade of the Casa de la Cultura, the Green Dome, the soccer field, the area around "Isla 33", and the Senior Citizen's Dome. The Mayor expressed his appreciation for the Governor's good will, "And for joining in the development of our municipality for the benefit of island families, we continue to work together on more and better strategies to fund the recuperation of Isla Mujeres."
The state Port Administration (APIQRoo) reports a "Saldo Blanco" (no serious incidents) at all port facilities after the passage of Hurricanes Zeta and Delta. Each maritime terminal was evaluated and only various minor damages were found, such as some fallen lights, fallen fences, fallen protectors, and broken glass, which have all been replaced. LINK
Cancun cemeteries will be closed to visitors Oct. 31, Nov. 1, and Nov. 2 to prevent the spread of C-19, and they will only be open for burials, exhumations or cremations. LINK
Raymundo López, municipal Director de Fiscalización (Control) denied that during his short period in office more permits have been issued to street vendors on the island VIDEO
Victor Hugo Ayala, lawyer and member of the Taxi union filed a formal complaint against the current union leader, José Magaña Galué, claiming inconsistencies and altering of documents associated with the 2017 union election. Mr. Hugo Ayala was the chairman of debates at that elections, but he says the documents lists Marcial Montalvo. LINK
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We have returned to Maravilla Caribe and we consider it to be a gem. Is it a luxurious resort? No. On the other hand, it's the kind of place where you feel comfortable sitting outside with a beer and watching the ocean, reading all afternoon in a hammock or going for a long walk along the shore. To sit on the patio with a plate of fresh fruit and a cup of coffee is my idea of the perfect morning. It's like having your own little private beach cottage - it's not fancy but that's not what we're looking for. A 15 minute walk takes you into the busy little town, full of great little restaurants and shops, and a $3 taxi ride will get you just about anywhere on the island. The landlord is friendly, accommodating and genuinely cares about and knows the local community. For anyone who wants a lavish package vacation, this obviously isn't the place for you - there are plenty of resorts that will fit your needs. Maravilla is a simple, lovely place to get away from it all.
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Taunya from Washington wrote
Hi Ronda,
I want to say thank you again for a fabulous vacation! Your studio was perfect! Having the extra space, kitchenette and dinning table made the space perfect for a long stay. Your little details like coffee filters and ice cube trays made it feel like home. I also really appreciated that you were there if I needed anything, but that you also let me have my space.
Being out of downtown, yet close to everything made the location perfect. Add the beautiful beach and it couldn't have been any better!
Thank you so much! When I return to Isla I will be back on your doorstep. Happy Holidays!
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Judy from Ohio wrote...
I stayed at Maravilla and absolutely loved it. Beach and patio was kept very clean and since handicapped I would spend the days on patio with my laptop at table right outside my room. Each room had table/chairs in front of room. Not many places on isla you have the beach right outside your door-saves alot of money instead of renting beach chairs and buying drinks downtown. I also do not like crowded beaches and stacks of chairs next to each other as on the north beaches. You hear absolutely no street noise just the waves hitting the shore. There were bikes free to use, beachchairs free to take to downtown, and free washer/dryer to use. The price is excellent value and the owners live there so they do not need to list with an agency giving renters better $ value. Isla is not for everyone. But condo/luxury hotels now line the once beautiful North Beach for those wanting the Cancun version of places to stay, so sad, plus $$$$. I prefer peace,quiet, and great value. Not many places with sunrise/sunset views.
Renee from Toronto wrote...
For some of us, there comes a time when we prefer peace and quiet to hustle and bustle. For a few regrettable years, I got off buses and lined up with the rest of the schmucks to check in for the all inclusive 'experience'. I set the alarm daily to head down with everyone else to make dinner reservations for the pleasure of eating soggy Sushi served by brusque Bahamians. I wore the wristband of shame, identifying me as an easy mark on any excursion. I tipped and cajoled the bartender for extra shots of rum. I listened to the drunken monologues of people who get to cut loose just once a year. With the all inclusive experience, your fate is not entirely your own...
And then I tried something else, the self catering experience - more a case of here's your key, here's your apartment, have fun! Settle in, stock your fridge, stock your bar and you're off to the races. Happy hour is whenever you choose. No lining up at a buffet. Snorkel on your own time. Open a bottle of wine and cook a leisurely dinner - no one's rushing you out for the next seating. Sleep in and eat breakfast when you want, don't worry about the dining room being closed.
That's the experience I prefer these days. And Mara Villa doesn't disappoint. You get exactly what you pay for: a clean and comfortable room with everything you need. The experience is great for people who like to 'do their own thing.' In essence, staying at Mara Villa is like having your own private beachfront villa.
Amenities include good wifi, towels, sheets, dishes, pots and pans, a fridge and freezer, drinking water, hammock hooks, and a clothesline. Bonuses include a patio with tables and chairs, a charcoal BBQ, a beach for watching the sun rise over the water, and a rooftop for watching the sun set over Cancun (also good for star gazing and extreme suntanning).
The local bus passes by the front door and costs 4 pesos to head downtown. A taxi is about $2 into town. Chedraui, the big grocery store, is less than 10 minutes away by foot. Grab a cheap cab home if you've really stocked up.
Ronda is a great host - a storehouse of island information about where to eat and what to do. Bruce, her husband, is an avid snorkeler and can point you in the best direction off their private beach for underwater wildlife. I was lucky enough to see dolphins swimming offshore one day. Close to shore I also saw a barracuda, a sting ray and a pair of graceful Caribbean squid. The usual tropical fish abound as well.
It's worth noting that Mara Villa is located on the east side of the island, windward. The shore is more dramatic and rocky, but there are very few, if any, mosquitos. The west side of the island is calmer and more traditionally 'beachy', but mosquitoes abound at dawn and dusk. With the rocky shore, you need water shoes for entering the water and swimming, but you have the beach all to yourself at Mara Villa. Head to the sublimely Caribbean style North Beach if you miss the crowds.
I spent almost a month at Mara Villa and it was the calm, casual and relaxing experience I craved. I will be back to Mara Villa, but I won't ever go back to an all inclusive.
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Jane C from Penland wrote...
My friend and I just stayed at Maravilla Caribe, December 20-25, 2012 and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. The owner, Ronda made me feel comfortable before I arrived, providing helpful information about travel to the area. She made an extra effort to secure a larger room for us, which was perfect. Maravilla is quaint, charming, clean & comfortable. We loved the bright green color of the house! The kitchenette was simple, clean and well equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. The beds are very comfortable and Ronda provides lots of clean towels. She even offered to let us use the washer/dryer and bicycles for free! The best part (other than the low cost) is you have your own private beach in the back! It is a beautiful place that I highly recommend.
Carol D from Peterborough wrote.....
Hello I stayed at MaraVilla, la Casa Verde :-), Dec 10 to 20 this 2012 for my first time and would not hesitate to return. This is my 11th year staying on the island and I have stayed at many places. The location is amazing, and the owners have modified the patio doors so that those of us who want to hear the waves all night can do so with security. They were super helpful at every turn and what meant the most to me is that they really care about their guests and are friendly. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch together. The room was spacious and clean. At MaraVilla there are only 3 rooms facing the water so it is peaceful, quiet and private. At MaraVilla, there were workers out painting the house in front and raking the beach and it was well maintained. There were no rocks on the clean tile patio. you do need water shoes to wade in to the water but it is worth it. And if you want to go to a more perfect beach i.e. no reef etc then one could go and pay 150-200+ per night at Playa Norte (but you won't hear the waves from your bed or have the privacy or owners that care about you!!). The bed was comfortable, mattress good, sheets in good shape and clean (more than i can say about the place i had the misfortune of staying in Progresso!!). Honestly you get what you pay for in this world and if you were to go to Tulum, or San Filipe or Progresso you are sure getting much more bang for your buck at MaraVilla in the 50-65 dollar range!!! If you are a 5 star resort person I would say stay at a 5 star resort, but if you enjoy the waves, quiet, privacy and caring owners then stay at this MaraVilla the Casa Verde :-)
Noska from Austin wrote....
Maravilla is one of the coolest little spots on the isla.The hosts are awesome,location perfect,rooms are clean and affordable
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