# Sabinas River environmental protests in Coahuila

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sabinas-river-environmental-protests-in-coahuila
> Updated: 2026-08-09T21:35:42.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

In Coahuila, citizens, environmentalists, and former officials held a protest regarding the deteriorating condition of the Sabinas River. Demonstrators called for federal investigations into alleged contamination from heavy metals and mining waste, alongside an end to groundwater over-exploitation.

Participants also demanded a review of a water-transfer agreement that diverts water from the Don Martín dam to Nuevo León, stating the current allocation threatens local fisheries, tourism, and community livelihoods. The group urged the government to invest in sanitation infrastructure and implement permanent environmental monitoring.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Guadalquivir River mining discharges spark environmental protests

Environmental groups are protesting against new mining discharges into the Guadalquivir River, citing risks to Doñana and local fishing, agriculture, and tourism sectors.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guadalquivir-river-mining-discharges-spark-environmental-protests

### 2026-08-06: Sabinas River Protest Demands Review of Water Transfer and Mining Pollution in Coahuila

Protesters in Coahuila, led by ex‑mayor Sergio Kobel and environmental groups, demand federal action on mining pollution and a review of the Sabinas River water transfer from Don Martín dam to Nuevo León.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sabinas-river-protest-demands-review-of-water-transfer-and-mining-pollution-in-coahuila

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