COEPRIS suspends street food sales in Los Cabos, Comondú and La Paz over health risk
The measure takes effect September 3 in rain-hit areas and will remain until drainage clearing and debris removal are completed.
The State Commission for Protection Against Sanitary Risks (COEPRIS) suspended street food sales starting September 3 in rain-affected areas of Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, Ciudad Constitución and La Paz. The measure aims to prevent outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness after the rains dragged debris and sediment across the south of the state.
The suspension applies to street vendors and semi-fixed food-stall operators, and includes areas such as Chametla, in La Paz. According to COEPRIS, it will stay in force until municipal authorities finish clearing drains and removing debris in the at-risk areas.
The head of COEPRIS, José Manuel Junco Navarro, said "this temporary measure is intended to reduce the risk of acute diarrheal diseases." The agency warned that dragged waste and possible sewage spills raise the risk of gastrointestinal and respiratory infections, most seriously in children and older adults.
For the public, the recommendation is to strengthen hygiene when preparing and storing food, drink safe water and wash hands frequently. It is also advisable to choose well-cooked, hot food and avoid anything exposed to dust or rainwater.
How to protect yourself these days: if you have diarrhea, keep hydrated with oral rehydration salts and go to your health center if there is high fever, blood in the stool or signs of dehydration, especially in children. The suspension does not stop food sales at fixed establishments that meet sanitary conditions.
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