Isla Mujeres begins underground power conversion along Rueda Medina Avenue
Crews from the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) have started removing overhead utility poles along Rueda Medina Avenue in Isla Mujeres as part of a project to move the island’s electrical system underground, according to Riviera Maya News.
Mayor Atenea Gómez Ricalde said the work, carried out overnight to minimize disruptions for residents and visitors, marks a major step toward modernizing the city’s electrical infrastructure. The project is being completed in coordination with the CFE and the Mexican Navy to ensure the system meets safety and quality standards.
Gómez Ricalde emphasized that burying the electrical network will make Isla Mujeres more resilient during hurricane season by reducing outages and improving public safety. The removal of 51 utility poles will also improve the look of one of the island’s busiest and most scenic corridors.
Once the current phase of the project is complete, the avenue will be repaved, and the city plans additional upgrades next year. The mayor said the effort reflects a broader initiative to create “a safer, more modern and more resilient Isla Mujeres,” as reported by Riviera Maya News.
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