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Ensenada-San Diego Ferry Project Moving Forward
The project to operate a ferry, a large vessel that can transport vehicles and people, that makes regular trips between San Diego and Ensenada, is very advanced and could be consolidated in the upcoming summer season. Kurt Honold Morales, Secretary of Economy and Innovation in Baja California, reported that the federal authorities of Mexico and the United States have approved the project, and discussions are underway with various agencies to address the details. He highlighted the interest in this proposal of Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda and the Secretary of the Mexican Navy, Rafael Ojeda Durán.
They have already acquired the vessel. Honold Morales added that the representatives of the company Azteca Ferrys, which will be responsible for providing the service, have already purchased the vessel, which complies with all safety standards and environmental regulations. Additionally, the state official said that they are in dialogue with the port authorities of San Diego, as well as the Administration of the National Port System (Asipona) Ensenada. He emphasized that, tentatively for this year’s summer, regular maritime tours connecting both countries could begin.
Another project that is well advanced, he stressed, is the so-called “trolley” San Diego-Tijuana, which is being carried out by the same company that planned and operates the border crossing at the Tijuana airport and has been very successful.
SOURCE: Gerardo Sánchez, El Vigia
“Mermaid of the Water” Surf Festival Announced in Ensenada
With the intention of generating healthy and educational events, as well as promoting the unity of the community and women who practice the sport of surfing, women from Ensenada will hold the “Sirenas al Agua Surf Festival”. This is the first female surfing tournament, which will take place on April 15th and 16th at Playa San Miguel, with a prize pool of 30,000 pesos and a registration fee of 500 pesos. Yolanda Sierra, a member of the group “Nosotras y el Mar”, indicated that the female event will begin with an icebreaker on the evening of April 14th at the craft beer establishment called “Magnánima”. “As Ensenada surfers, we believe it is necessary to hold healthy and educational events to promote the unity and community of women in surfing,” she said.
She pointed out that in addition to promoting healthy competition, the basic rules of the sport will be disseminated, among other factors, so that it can be practiced safely. They also seek to encourage healthy competition in the younger generations and promote surfing as a professional sport, creating healthy habits through responsible and friendly events between humans and the environment. Additionally, this tournament seeks to generate an economic benefit for the community due to the people who could come from other cities or the neighboring state of California.
Finally, it was reported that on April 14th, during the icebreaker, registration will take place, and a competition kit will be provided to the competitors. Informative talks will also be offered, and films related to this exciting activity will be screened. The tournament will take place on April 15th and 16th, and at the same time, there will be yoga, skateboarding, music, a bazaar, and a camping area.
SOURCE: El Vigia
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Baja California Starts its Vacation Season
State authorities, as well as those from the municipalities of Rosarito, Ensenada, San Quintín, and San Felipe, have started the holiday operative that will be implemented during Easter week. However, Tijuana was not represented during the launch of the operation.
Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, the Governor of the State, stated that with the joint operation, involving different secretariats – Economy, Public Security, Tourism, and Environment – as well as municipalities, they hope this period ends with no incidents.
She added that a special assistance and orientation hotline for local and foreign tourists will be opened, with the number 078, in addition to the various social media channels of the State Government.
Capufe, Ángeles Verdes, the National Guard, State Public Security, municipal police, Red Cross, Fiarum, Profeco, and the Fire Department of each municipality will also participate in the holiday operation.
“In Ensenada, we will have 191 personnel and 96 units for patrols in tourist areas; Tecate’s Civil Protection and Firefighters will support with their six stations to promptly attend emergencies, and we will also have five vehicles in strategic points of the State to assist tourists,” said the Governor during her morning press conference held in Playas de Rosarito.
Similarly, Tecate will activate the Tourist Police who will cover the entry and exit points of the city with 138 personnel and 15 units.
For its part, the Red Cross will make available 120 personnel and 36 ambulances, while the Secretary of Citizen Security will patrol the busiest areas.
Regarding this, Leopoldo Aguilar, the head of the department, indicated that the area where they will pay the most attention is La Rumorosa, not because of criminal incidents, but because it is where there is the highest risk of accidents among vacationers.
However, during the launch of the operation, the absence of Tijuana’s units was highlighted, despite the fact that most foreign tourists arrive through Tijuana.
Federal agencies such as Profeco or the National Institute of Migration will open modules in tourist areas, border crossings, the central bus station, and the airport, but it was not mentioned if Tijuana would implement any activity related to the state operation.
Ávila Olmeda also announced the distribution of a discount card throughout the State, “Be a tourist in BC,” which can be obtained physically at the tourist service modules of each municipality, or digitally through the portal www.bajacalifornia.gob.mx.
SOURCE: Semanario ZETA
Former Director of CESPT Discusses Water Issues with Pro-Municipality Committee
The Pro-Municipality Committee of Rosarito, Baja California recently invited Enrique Ruelas, former director of the State Public Service Commission of Tijuana (CESPT), to discuss water issues affecting the region.
During the meeting, Ruelas spoke about the challenges faced by the CESPT, particularly with regard to the distribution of water to different parts of the state. He also discussed the need for better infrastructure and more efficient water management systems in order to ensure that all residents have access to clean and reliable water.
Ruelas emphasized the importance of collaboration between different government agencies and civil society groups in addressing water-related issues. He also noted that the issue of water scarcity is not unique to Baja California, but is a global challenge that requires innovative solutions and a commitment to sustainability.
The Pro-Municipality Committee is a grassroots organization that advocates for the creation of a new municipality in Rosarito. The group argues that creating a new municipality would allow for more efficient and effective governance, and would help to address long-standing issues related to public services, infrastructure, and economic development.
The discussion with Ruelas is part of the group’s ongoing efforts to engage with experts and stakeholders on issues of importance to the community. Through these conversations, the Pro-Municipality Committee hopes to build support for its campaign and to work towards a more prosperous and sustainable future for Rosarito and its residents.
The meeting was seen as a positive step forward in addressing water-related issues in the region, and in promoting greater collaboration and cooperation between different actors in the community.
SOURCE: Ecos de Rosarito by Juan Pablo Sebastián
Police Bust Drug Warehouse in TJ With Fentanyl Pills and Firearms
Mexican authorities continue to make strides in their fight against drug trafficking, as they recently announced the dismantling of another synthetic drug warehouse in the city of Tijuana, Baja California.
According to local news source El Vigia, the operation was carried out by the Federal Police in coordination with the Mexican Army and the National Guard. The warehouse was located in the Mesa de Otay neighborhood and contained 300 kilograms of methamphetamine and 3,000 fentanyl pills, both highly addictive and dangerous synthetic drugs.
This is not the first time that Mexican authorities have targeted drug traffickers in Tijuana, as the city is known to be a major hub for the trafficking of drugs into the United States. In fact, just yesterday, two men were arrested by the State Security and Citizen Protection Guard (FESC) for possession of four firearms and pills of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that is up to 100 times more potent than morphine.
The men were identified as 25-year-old Francisco N. and 29-year-old Alejandro N., who were traveling in a white SUV when they were stopped by FESC officers. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the officers found the weapons and drugs, prompting the arrest of the suspects.
The FESC has been working in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies to crack down on drug trafficking and other criminal activities in Tijuana. This latest arrest is just one example of the ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of citizens in the area.
Drug trafficking remains a significant problem in Mexico, with drug cartels vying for control of territory and smuggling routes. However, authorities have made significant progress in recent years, as evidenced by the dismantling of drug warehouses and the arrests of traffickers. It is important that these efforts continue to prevent the harmful effects of drug addiction on individuals and communities.
SOURCE: El Vigia, El Imparcial
Join Beach Cleaning Efforts in Ensenada
David “El Chiquis” Quintero, a young influencer, is inviting the community to participate in the cleaning of Playa Pacífica, which will take place on Saturday, March 25th. The activity is coordinated by AO Latinoamerica and CUT Universidad Campus Ensenada and aims to maintain the place in optimal conditions for the community and the species that inhabit it, such as the birds that nest there.
The activity will begin at 9:00 am and will last until noon. Citizen participation, especially from local residents, is essential to achieve greater waste collection.
“These actions are part of an annual cleaning program that seeks to generate awareness and promote marine education, the reduction of plastic waste, responsible consumption, and the formation of sustainable communities,” said Norma López Saucedo, director of CUT Universidad, Campus Ensenada. There will be cleanings throughout the year.
This year, five cleanings will be carried out on beaches and streams in the city, thanks to the support of the Mares Foundation, which promotes ocean literacy through an education program on caring for the seas. Last year, thanks to the cleanings carried out, more than 1,475 kilograms of waste were prevented from reaching the sea, and close to 9% of the collected waste was recycled. The goal is to exceed the number of 445 people who participated in the cleanings last year and achieve greater environmental awareness in the community.
SOURCE: El Vigia
