US Embassy Alerts
 

This planned demonstration has been going on every year since September 26, 2014, when 43 Students of Guerrero became missing and presumed dead. This year, it is anticipated that the demonstration will become more violent.

Therefore, take caution walking around on that date if you are in CDMX.

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Location: Mexico City, Mexico



Event: A march and demonstrations are expected to take place on September 26, 2023, beginning at 4:00 p.m., for the 9th anniversary of the 43 missing students from Ayotzinapa, Guerrero. Protestors are expected to gather near the Angel of Independence Monument and then march down Paseo de La Reforma Avenue to the Zocalo. Media reports that related recent protests held in the state of Guerrero have turned violent.



Actions to Take:  

· Avoid the area of the demonstrations.

· Seek secure shelter, if in the area of the demonstrations. 

· Monitor local media for updates, follow directions from local officials, and in case of emergency, call 911.

· Be aware of your surroundings. 

· Keep family and friends advised of your location and well-being via phone, text, and social media.

· Contact the nearest U.S. consulate or Embassy if you need assistance.



Assistance:

Contact Form

U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico

From Mexico: (55) 8526 2561

From the United States:  1-844-528-6611

Department of State – Consular Affairs:  +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444



Links:

Mexico International Travel information

U.S. Passports

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)

Department of State on Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter)

U.S. Embassy in Mexico on Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter)

I just want to add that next year is election year, and the top leaders of many agencies have resigned and are seeking new offices, and the general public was hoping for convictions or closure in this matter. And the current conditions in Chiapas/Guatemala border with the Cartel groups aren't helping. It could get really ugly.

Expect citywide demonstrations through the first week of October, due to also the anniversary of the Tlatelolco massacre of 1968.

Tomorrow, October 2nd the 55th anniversary demonstration of the massacre of students in Tlatelolco that will take place throughout CDMX. Since it's on a Monday, many tourist sites will already be closed. Downtown/Historical Center will basically shutdown. Expect a lot of property damage and graffiti. Anything that is a target will be barricaded including certain hotels.

Us embassy alert - violent demonstation in polanco
 

Demonstrators broke windows and caught the Health Services Building on fire today (world aids day), in the vicinity of "Homero" street in Polanco due to low medications for HIV patients. Avoid the area.

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MESSAGE FROM THE EMBASSY BELOW;
Location: Mexico City, Polanco



Event: A violent demonstration has been reported today, December 1, 2023, in the vicinity of Homero street at the Health Secretariat, near Suderman and Taine streets in the Polanco neighborhood. U.S. citizens should avoid participating in demonstrations that may be deemed political by authorities, as Mexican law prohibits political activities by foreign citizens and participation may result in detention or deportation. U.S. government employees are instructed to avoid the demonstration area until further notice.



Actions to Take:

Demonstrations can be unpredictable, avoid areas around protests and demonstrations.
Monitor local media for updates.
Follow the directions of local authorities; in case of emergency, call 911.

I just received the below message in my regular email, and not by WhatsApp where they are reporting a violent protest in the zocalo, however looking at live video nothing is going on, yet.

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Location: National Palace, Mexico City



Event: The Embassy has received reports of violence at a planned protest at the National Palace, near the Zocalo, in Mexico City’s historic city center. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid the demonstration area until further notice. Past demonstrations have turned violent. U.S. citizens should avoid participating in demonstrations that may be deemed political by authorities, as historic city center.Mexican law prohibits political activities by foreign citizens, and participation may result in detention or deportation.    

 

Actions to Take: 

Demonstrations can be unpredictable; avoid areas around protests and demonstrations.

Monitor local media for updates.

Follow the directions of local authorities and in case of emergency, call 911.

 

Assistance: 

Contact Form

U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico

From Mexico: (55) 8526 2561

From the United States:  1-844-528-6611

Department of State – Consular Affairs:  +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444



Links:

Mexico International Travel information

U.S. Passports

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)

Department of State on Facebook and X

U.S. Embassy in Mexico on Facebook and X 

The protester's are on the side of the National Palace where they rammed a truck into the door of the national palace. These protestors are against the government not doing anything about the 43 students who were killed.

Here's the recent video:

This video from El Universal below explains why you don't see any security forces immediately:

The US Embassy hasn't as of yet sent a broadcast message out, but on Friday, March 8, 2024 there will be a huge march for "International Women's Day". The government expects violence. So, avoid the area of the Zocalo and National Palace. CDMX is erecting riot barriers right now.

US Embassy Alerts - Demonstration in Merida March 8, 2024
 

The demonstration will start tomorrow at 5:00pm. Message received through Whatsapp.

US Embassy Alert - Ocozocoautla, Chiapas
 

From the US Embassy in Mexico City: April 10, 2024 @2:20 pm



Location: Ocozocoautla, Chiapas



Event: We are aware of media reports of increased security activity in the municipality of Ocozocoautla, Chiapas. U.S. government employees are instructed to avoid the area until further notice. The Department of State’s Travel Advisory for Chiapas is Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution due to crime.



Actions to Take:

Avoid the area. If in the area, seek secure shelter.
Monitor local media for updates.
Follow the directions of local authorities; in case of emergency, call 911.
Notify friends and family of your location and safety.


Assistance:

Contact Form

U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico

From Mexico: (55) 8526 2561

From the United States:  1-844-528-6611

Department of State – Consular Affairs:  +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444



Links:

Mexico International Travel information

U.S. Passports

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)

U.S. Citizens in Mexico WhatsApp Channel

Department of State on Facebook and X

U.S. Embassy in Mexico on Facebook and X

In Chiapas, there's over 500 Mexican National Guard are on the scene where criminal gangs are shooting. There's a video showing a couple of the national guard members bleeding out from being shot at during this attack which is still going on. Not a place to visit today, so stay away.

Security Alert - Chiapas
 

See the US Embassy Alert below:

Location: Chiapas, Mexico




Event: Due to rising violence and security concerns in the state of Chiapas, U.S. government employees are restricted from travel to the following areas of Chiapas:



The following are the boundaries of the restricted areas. All areas within the boundaries, including highway and roads unless specifically exempted, are restricted.



East-Northeast Boundary – The eastern boundary follows the Mexican-Guatemalan border from the southern point on the Pacific coast, along the border, to the northern end point east of Netzahualcóyotl.



Northern Boundary - From Netzahualcóyotl in a straight line southwest towards the northern limit of Ocosingo.



Western Boundary - From Ocosingo in a straight line south to El Ocote. From El Ocote in a straight line west to San Francisco Pujiltic. From San Franciso Pujiltic southwest to just north of Mapastepec.



South-Southwest Boundary - Highway 200 from Mapastepec to Tapachula. All towns along this highway are not restricted. The area to the north of highway 200 defines the southern boundary of the restricted area. From Tapachula, the restricted area boundary is north and east of the city limits and then extends southeast to the Pacific coast at Tres Hermanos San Isidro.



Tapachula – Travel to Tapachula and within the city limits is not restricted. Highway 225, from Port Chiapas to Tapachula, to include the Tapachula Airport, is not restricted.



To view a map of the restricted areas, visit https://mx.usembassy.gov/maps-of-restricted-areas.



Actions to Take:

Monitor local media for updates and in case of emergency, call 911.
Review your personal security plans and follow the instructions of local authorities.


Assistance:

Contact Form
U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico
From Mexico: 55 8526 2561
From the United States: 1-844-528-6611
Department of State – Consular Affairs: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-201-501-4444
Links:

Mexico International Travel Information
U.S. Citizens in Mexico WhatsApp Channel
U.S. Passports
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
Traveler’s Checklist
Department of State on Facebook and X
U.S. Embassy Mexico on Facebook and X

I overlooked a previous security alert that was posted on April 12, 2024 involving Sonora, Mexico:

The US Consulate General Nogales was aware of reports of criminal groups patrolling roads leading into Mascarenas and Santa Cruz, Sonara. Avoid the areas as they are restricted even for federal employees.

Demonstrations 26 April - 28 April, 2024 - CDMX citywide
 

Starting today, 26 April 2024 and through 28 April 2024, there will be scheduled demonstrations throughout CDMX regarding various issues. The main event will occur today at 4:00pm at the Angel of Independence, where the families of the 43 Students who were murdered from Ayotzinapa, MX will start their march. They will be joined by thousands of supporters and social activists. The Presidential Palace has already been fortified with riot barriers where the group plans to end their march.

Other areas around town today through this weekend will have demonstrations regarding other complaints like domestic violence, demand for clean water etc. It will include the mayor's offices of Alvaro Obregon, Benito Juarez, Tlalpan, Cuauhtemoc, Coyoacan and Iztapalapa.

Just be aware of your surroundings because things could become violent.

Worldwide Travel Alert - Effective May 17, 2024
 

Location: Worldwide

Event: Due to the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations, or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution. The Department of State is aware of the increased potential for foreign terrorist organization-inspired violence against LGBTQI+ persons and events and advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution. U.S. citizens should:

Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists, including Pride celebrations and venues frequented by LGBTQI+ persons.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive information and alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency overseas.
Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.