Rural communities in Mexico and Colombia report infrastructure and sanitation issues

Residents in Pejelagarto, Mexico, have reported that a rural access road near the highway connecting Candelaria and Pejelagarto has been turned into an illegal dumping site. The accumulation of household waste and animal carcasses has caused foul odors, pollution, and unsanitary conditions. Local inhabitants are demanding municipal intervention to clean the area, install permanent surveillance, and implement signage regarding sanctions for illegal dumping.

In Colombia, residents of the rural corridor between Rabolargo (Cereté) and Bugre (Ciénaga de Oro) are facing severe mobility issues due to heavy rains. The road has deteriorated into a muddy path filled with deep potholes, complicating daily travel for farmers and students. The community is calling on the administrations of both Cereté and Ciénaga de Oro to provide maintenance and permanent solutions to ensure safe passage during the rainy season.