Episode Description
Your Week in Yucatán, Today
Yucatán’s essential news and upcoming events—all in under 10 minutes.
🚨This Week's Top Stories:
❄️ Record Cold: Yucatán faces record low temperatures this week. Stay warm—the cold front is expected to linger through the weekend.
🏠 Community Heart: Authorities and neighbors in Umán have united to provide a permanent home for an elderly couple in need.
👦 Safe in Peto: Incredible news as a 5-year-old boy was found safe in the Peto jungle after a massive search operation. https://bit.ly/4aiwmzg
🚫 Rumors Debunked: Authorities in Tecoh address and debunk viral rumors circulating this week. https://bit.ly/4aab34d
🚛 Highway Disruptions: A tanker rollover on the Cancún highway caused major traffic delays; plan your routes accordingly.
🏠 Rental Registry: Mérida launches a 15-day 'fast-track' registry for short-term rentals. https://bit.ly/3MsFdq4
🎊 Now let’s take a look at some fun stuff happening in the following days.
🎭 Carnaval is one of Yucatán’s most iconic traditions! Here is where to celebrate:
🎊 Mérida: Celebrations kick off next Wednesday, Feb 11. https://yuc.today/260207
🌊 Progreso: This year's theme is "The Joy of Life." https://yuc.today/3Zp3U9R
⛵ Dzilam de Bravo: Don't miss the massive, handcrafted floats! https://yuc.today/260205
🎭 …and more! Even more Carnaval celebrations across Yucatán. https://yuc.today/4tlgQvd
🚲 Family Adventure: This Sunday, Feb 8, grab your bikes for the rally “Family, Culture, and… Wheels?” at 8:30 AM. https://yuc.today/45OAiXc
❤️ Valentine’s Day: Planning ahead for Feb 14? Check out our local Valentine’s Day roundup: https://yuc.today/4rzDfD8 | https://www.instagram.com/p/DUZIxv-Abq3
🌱 This week, we talked about the collared araçari. Read La Jornada Maya’s feature by clicking here: https://bit.ly/46y0J3q
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