“We insist on transparency from the authorities, urging them to cease shifting responsibility regarding the source of the discharges and to establish a conclusive diagnosis so that the issue can be resolved promptly.” These are the key demands made by the group of residents and businesses impacted by the wastewater discharges in the Punta Brava and Playa Jardín areas of Puerto de la Cruz, which compelled the local council to shut down the primary bathing spot in the northern municipality 59 days ago.