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SUBJECT: Warden Message – Violence in Michoacan

Warden Message

Date: July-21-2009


Violence in Michoacán


The U.S. Consulate General in Guadalajara advises U.S. citizens residing or traveling in the state of Michoacan, Mexico, to be aware of recent violent attacks in that state targeting state and federal police officials. Several Mexican officials have been killed at various locations throughout the state. The U.S. Consulate General in Guadalajara is not aware of any attempts to target U.S. citizens with this violence, but until it recedes, citizens are advised to defer any unnecessary travel to or around the state, and to avoid large crowds and demonstrations.

Actions to Take if Caught in the Middle of a Gunfight/Gunfire


The U.S. Consulate General in Guadalajara takes this opportunity to remind U.S. citizens of guidance sent on October 22, 2008, recommending the following courses of action to take if you find yourself in a situation in or near gunfire:

- Always be aware of your surroundings.

- Whenever possible, carry a cell-phone with up to date contact information for emergencies.

- When gunfire/explosions are heard, immediately move to a safe area with good cover. For example, look for something substantial to hide behind, seek cover in a room made of solid construction (e.g. concrete, steel, etc.), stay away from doors and windows, and do not venture out to try and observe the conflict.

- Immediately convey the sense of danger/threat to those around you.

- Do not attempt to move to a vehicle if you are in a safe area. Remain there until local security tells you that it is safe to move.

- Always carry information about your personal medical needs.


For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, Travel Warnings and Public Announcements can be found. Up to date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department's travel registration website at https://travelregistration.state.gov. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy or Consulate to contact them in case of emergency.

For any emergencies involving American citizens, please contact the American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit of the U.S. Consulate General Guadalajara’s American Citizens Service Offices, located at: 175 Progreso Street; Col. Americana, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, telephone number:011 52 33 3268 2100, after hours emergency telephone: 011 52 33 3268 2145, email: acsgdl@state.gov, website:http://guadalajara.usconsulate.gov/

This warden message remains in effect until August 1, 2009.

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U.S. Consulate General Guadalajara

175 Progreso Street; Col. Americana

Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

011 52 33 3268 2100

http://guadalajara.usconsulate.gov/

The Consulate office hours are Monday through Friday

from 08:00 a.m. to 04:30 p.m. (except from Mexican and U.S. holidays).