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U.S. and Mexico Unite to Tackle Tijuana Sewage Crisis

7/25/2025

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The U.S. and Mexico have united to combat sewage pollution in the Tijuana River, with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Mexico's Alicia Bárcena pledging to divert 10 million gallons of sewage daily. Mexico's commitment of $93 million for infrastructure upgrades marks a significant step toward resolving a persistent environmental crisis impacting Southern California.

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The U.S. and Mexico have united to combat sewage pollution in the Tijuana River, with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Mexico's Alicia Bárcena pledging to divert 10 million gallons of sewage daily. Mexico's commitment of $93 million for infrastructure upgrades marks a significant step toward resolving a persistent environmental crisis impacting Southern California.