Tulum, Mexico Coast Overrun by Sargassum Seaweed

On July 30, 2026, large mats of sargassum seaweed covered the coastline of Tulum in Mexico, creating a visible stretch of the algae along the beach. The accumulation was reported by AP reporter Fernando Llano, noting the extent of the coverage on that Thursday.

The presence of the seaweed is part of a recurring regional phenomenon that affects coastal areas, potentially impacting tourism and local environmental conditions.