The hotel zone of Cancun has little by little been recovering its rhythm of operations after the alert generated by the approach of Hurricane Milton. Cleaning work was carried out on Kukulkan Boulevard this Tuesday morning, while security forces continued patrolling the entire length of the tourist avenue.
Also from early hours many tourists left their hotels looking for activities or simply walking while shopping centers opened. Many of them went to the famous Mirador where the sign with the letters Cancun had previously been removed to protect it, but they still took a souvenir photo.
These activities took place in the midst of cleaning and reopening of businesses, as well as constant surveillance by the National Guard and other police corporations both on the beaches and on the boulevard and at strategic points in the hotel zone.
In the beach area, tourists and locals could be seen walking, although few went into the sea, since it had a high storm tide effect with a stronger current than usual.
According to the report from the Hotel Association of Cancun, Puerto Morelos and Isla Mujeres, some 70 thousand tourists who vacation in these destinations and who occupy a hotel room spent the night without incident; and although delays and a certain level of absenteeism at work were reported in the morning, in the end hotel operations continued without setbacks and the hotels operated normally.
In the nautical sector, however, activities remain closed and along the boulevard you can still see jet skis sheltered on land, while workers from that sector carry out work cleaning docks and reviewing facilities, trusting that today, Wednesday, can operate again.
According to the operation forecast of the hotel sector, it is estimated that this 58 to 60% of operations that occurred during the week will be sustained without significant movements and will continue until the last weekend of October, when operations begin. to rise again and hotel occupancy reflects a better indicator.
For now, it is expected that the impact to Miami, Florida will not be so serious and the flights that are scheduled will not be affected.
As for the Cancun airport, only 23 flights of 376 that were scheduled were canceled. And regarding theme parks and tourist attractions, since Monday, Grupo Xcaret reported that some tours such as the one to Chichén Itzá were suspended, however, the rest of the activities would be operating normally. Other theme parks were also forced to suspend activities; However, it is estimated that this Wednesday at the latest they will return to operating normally.
As reported REPORTUR.mxHurricane Milton escalated alarmingly in the Gulf of Mexico, reaching unprecedented intensity, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami. According to experts, this Monday the storm went from category 2 to 5 in a matter of hours, a phenomenon known as explosive intensification, which implies an accelerated increase in wind speed and a high risk for vulnerable areas and the coastal population. . (Tension in Cancun: in a few hours Hurricane Milton rises to category 5).
Analyzing the Aftermath of Hurricane Milton’s Approach to Cancun
As I dive into the recent news article about the recovery of Cancun’s hotel zone following the alert generated by Hurricane Milton, I’m struck by the resilience of the city and its people. Despite the initial warnings and precautions taken, it’s reassuring to note that the region is slowly but surely returning to its normal rhythm of operations [[no specific URL provided for this news article]].
As per the latest updates, a Tropical Storm Warning was indeed issued for areas spanning from Rio Lagartos to CancunUrlParser>. However, my research also indicates that Hurricane Milton’s path was expected to shift towards Florida, with landfall anticipated on Wednesday [[2]].
Returning to the situation in Cancun, it’s intriguing to see how quickly the city has sprung back into action. Cleaning efforts on Kukulkan Boulevard, along with the National Guard’s presence and constant surveillance, demonstrate a strong commitment to ensuring safety and security in the tourist zone.
The fact that shopping centers have reopened, and tourists are venturing out for activities and leisure, bodes well for the local economy. It’s amusing to note that many tourists still managed to find ways to capture their signature photo at the famous Mirador, even without the iconic Cancun sign.
According to the Hotel Association of Cancun, Puerto Morelos, and Isla Mujeres, approximately 70,000 tourists spent the night without incident, hinting at a relatively smooth experience despite the challenges posed by the hurricane’s approach.
What’s concerning, however, is that Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday [[2]]. This comes after the initial warnings for Cancun, leading me to wonder if the storm’s unpredictability might pose fresh challenges for the region in the days ahead.
the recovery of Cancun’s hotel zone following the alert generated by Hurricane Milton showcases the city’s capacity for resilience and adaptability. I’ll be keeping a close eye on the developments surrounding this storm, especially with regards to its potential impact on Florida [[3]].
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