docks

Shocking catamaran fire in Rocky Point causes severe material loss

A fire registered on Thursday afternoon in the dock area of Rocky Point led to severe material losses, though no injuries, while impacting three vessels in all. Fire Chief Luis Armando Flores Oropeza, along with Alan Ontiveros López, Director of Civil Protection and Fire, detailed the fire at the docks occurred at approximately 7:30 p.m. […]

More than 2 tons of waste removed from the docks

A dock clean-up campaign held the first week of December by staff from the office of the Federal Maritime Land Zone (ZOFEMAT), together with the Municipal Office on Ecology and Sustainable Development, led to the removal of 2.5 tons of waste. Local ZOFEMAT director César Garcia Gonzalez explained, though caring for this area corresponds to […]

Dredging work on Puerto Peñasco’s wharf

Work to dredge Puerto Peñasco’s wharf has restarted, following about half a year during which time resolutions were reached as to where to deposit the waste material. The goal of the dredging process is to remove waste that hinders movement in the boat navigational channel. Investment in the project totals 20 million pesos, with resources […]

Street names near docks renamed in honor of local fishermen

Press Release: In recognition of Puerto Peñasco’s fishing sector, City Council has unanimously approved to rename streets surrounding the dock area in honor of former fishermen and founders of the City. The proposal, presented by Municipal Fishing Affairs Director Mario Hoyos Tovar, addresses 4th, 6th, and 7th streets in the dock area, which will now […]