NEW YORK, NY – Spring break is here for many college university students in the New York and New Jersey area, but officials in Texas today are warning them not to go to Mexico.
Violence continues in Mexico fueled by the drug cartels after two Americans were killed and two taken hostage this week near the border.
“Drug cartel violence and other criminal activity represent a significant safety threat to anyone who crosses into Mexico right now,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “We have a duty to inform the public about safety, travel risks and threats. Based on the volatile nature of cartel activity and the violence we are seeing there; we are urging individuals to avoid travel to Mexico at this time.”
The United States government has also issued recent travel warnings to Mexico. Travelers are encouraged to view the latest warnings online. Additionally, U.S. citizens who do decide to travel to Mexico are urged to register with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate prior to their departure.
“DPS understands many people do travel to Mexico without incident, but the serious risks cannot be ignored,” the agency said. “All travelers are encouraged to carefully research any planned trips and, again, consider postponing or canceling travel to Mexico at this time.”
Other alternatives for Spring Break include the Texas Gulf Coast and Florida.