Overview
- The U.S. Consulate in Tijuana issued a security alert late Monday that suspended U.S. government activities and official travel to Mexicali for Tuesday, August 25.
- The advisory told U.S. citizens in Mexicali to avoid government buildings, seek shelter if an incident occurs, notify family, follow local authorities and monitor official channels for updates.
- Mexico’s Gabinete de Seguridad and local officials said they have found no elements that confirm a specific or imminent threat and they reinforced patrols and protection of government sites while exchanging information with U.S. counterparts.
- Reports link the alert to an August 20 operation that seized about 120 kilograms of fentanyl tied to the criminal group known as 'Los Rusos', and single-source media claims of DEA intercepts alleging planned attacks remain unverified.
- Border crossings stayed open with heavier security, Canada republished the advisory for its nationals, and authorities said the situation will hinge on further intelligence and any new, corroborated information.