Subject: US Embassy Mexico warns of additional cartel violence

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New US Embassy security alert warns of roadblocks and criminal activity in Tecate, Ensenada, and Tijuana. Consulate instructed to shelter in place. Monitoring..



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February 22, 2026


There are reports of roadblocks and criminal activity in Tecate, Ensenada, and in Tijuana. U.S. Consulate staff have been instructed to shelter in place. Monitor local news. Inform your friends and family of your welfare and whereabouts.


For emergency assistance for U.S. citizens call (55) 8526 2561 from Mexico and +1-844-528-6611 from the U.S.


Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at https://step.state.gov  to receive timely updates on safety and security information from the Consulate.



View the Original:

https://mx.usembassy.gov/security-alert-tijuana-february-22-2026/



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