Incident Details
From September 9, Mexican authorities will maintain heightened security posture in Culiacan and nearby areas of Sinaloa through September. Gang-violence has been prominent in the region with two dead and six injured as of September 11.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all unnecessary travel to Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico and expect a heightened security presence. . Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.
