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US suspends government travel to Mexicali over potential security threat
ReUS suspends government travel to Mexicali over potential security threat
The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico suspended government activities and travel to Mexicali on Aug. 25 after receiving information about a potential threat, urging Americans to avoid government buildings and follow local law enforcement instructions.
U.S. officials have suspended government activities and travel to the Mexican border city of Mexicali after receiving information about a potential security threat. The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico issued the alert on Aug. 25, warning American citizens to avoid government buildings in the city and remain aware of their surroundings.
«We are alerting U.S. citizens of this potential threat,» the embassy said in a statement. Officials advised Americans to seek shelter in the event of an incident, follow instructions from Mexican law enforcement, and notify friends and family that they are safe. The embassy also urged travelers to monitor local media for updates.
According to UPI, the threat involved a potential armed attack by Los Rusos, a criminal group, targeting law enforcement facilities in Mexicali. The warning came days after Mexican authorities seized roughly 265 pounds of fentanyl from a warehouse in the city, an amount estimated to represent about 4 million doses.
Mexicali, the capital of Baja California, sits directly across the border from Calexico, California, and serves as a major port of entry along the U.S.-Mexico boundary. While not considered a major tourist destination, the city is a busy hub for cross-border travel and commerce. Federal transportation data shows that more than 5.4 million personal vehicles and 3.1 million pedestrians entered the United States through Calexico in 2025.
It remains unclear whether the alert is still in effect. Fox News Digital reached out to the U.S. Consulate General in Tijuana and the State Department for additional information but did not receive an immediate response.
The warning comes as Mexico continues to grapple with cartel violence and organized crime. Earlier this year, cruise ships bypassed Puerto Vallarta amid a wave of violence following the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, known as «El Mencho.» The unrest prompted U.S. security warnings, and shelter-in-place orders were imposed in several Mexican cities before being lifted days later.
The Mexicali alert underscores the persistent security challenges along the border and the precautions U.S. authorities take when credible threats emerge. Travelers planning to visit the region are advised to check current security guidance before crossing.
