Mexican and Venezuelan towns tackle collapsed drainage systems

In Soledad de Graciano Sánchez, Mexico, municipal authorities led by Mayor Juan Manuel Navarro Muñiz began extensive repairs of a collapsed drainage line on Avenida Gálvez and Camino Real, excavating more than 30 meters and replacing deteriorated sections to address longstanding maintenance gaps.

In Pueblo Nuevo Norte, El Tigre, Venezuela, residents have endured three years of untreated sewage overflow and inadequate waste collection, reporting foul odors, mosquito‑borne disease risks, and ongoing infrastructure failures attributed to possible heavy‑machinery vibrations from a nearby construction project. Community members have appealed to local hydraulic authorities and the mayor for a definitive technical inspection and reliable waste‑collection services.