Americans In Mexico Told To ‘Shelter In Place’ Amid Spike In Cartel Violence

In the aftermath of the operation, roadblocks, burning vehicles, and other retaliatory actions were reported in Jalisco and other states, leading to increased insecurity in major cities and tourist destinations, including Puerto Vallarta, Chapala, and Guadalajara

The U. S. Embassy’s advisory urged U.

S. citizens in the affected areas — including parts of Jalisco, Tamaulipas, Michoacán, Guerrero, and Nuevo León — to remain in their residences or hotels, avoid crowds and law enforcement activity, and minimize travel until conditions stabilize.