US Government Limits Travel to Nogales, Sonora Due to Security Concerns

Travel restrictions have been placed on US government employees in the Mexican border city of Nogales, Sonora, according to officials. The US Embassy and Consulates in Mexico issued a warning on Saturday restricting government activity due to an unspecified threat in Nogales, Sonora. The US Consulate General in Nogales stated, "Due to threat information, US government activities in, and travel to, Nogales have been restricted to essential movement during daylight hours only." The statement continued, "We are alerting US citizens of this threat and change in posture." Sonora’s State Security Board contacted US consular officials after the alert was issued but did not provide information identifying a specific threat. State authorities indicated they had no information establishing a concrete risk to the public, though they would continue preventive security operations in Nogales. The alert also reminded Americans that the US Travel Advisory designates Sonora as a Level 3 "Reconsider Travel" area. Individuals in the area are urged to exercise increased caution, be aware of their surroundings, seek shelter in the event of an incident, notify friends and family of their safety, follow instructions from Mexican law enforcement, and monitor local media for updates. US lawmakers encouraged individuals in the area to heed the warnings issued by the US government. Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., stated on X, "For Americans in or near Nogales – or who may have family members or friends there: please heed the guidance and warnings from the US government." He added, "We are praying for the safety of US citizens and personnel who may be in harm’s way." The specific threat in Nogales that triggered the security warning remains unclear.