Event: The National Hurricane Center (NHC) downgraded Hurricane Lorena to a tropical storm and its trajectory has changed, but the center notes that heavy rainfall will have an impact on Sonora through Friday. State authorities have cancelled school and university classes Thursday and Friday, September 4 and 5, 2025.
Due to the expected heavy rainfall and potential for widespread flooding in and around the city of Hermosillo, the Consulate General Hermosillo will be closed for business on Friday, September 5, 2025. The office will not be open to receive emergency visitors who may contact the consulate through the channels listed below.
U.S. citizens in the impacted areas should monitor the progress of Tropical Storm Lorena. Travelers should avoid entering any standing or moving water and be careful crossing or driving in flooded roadways during dangerous conditions, heed warnings from authorities, and monitor official weather updates closely.
Actions To Take:
- Be aware if you have planned travel to Hermosillo, Sonora.
- Flights could be impacted. Check with your airline for updates.
- Roads could be impacted due to flooding and mudslides, especially in areas of steep terrain. Check road conditions prior to traveling.
- Be prepared to seek shelter.
- Monitor local media for updates, follow directions from local officials, and in case of emergency, call 911.
- Monitor the National Hurricane Center and the Mexican National Meteorological Service (Servicio Meteorológico Nacional) on storm activity and emergency response.
- Monitor the Sonora Civil Protection website for emergency response, road conditions, and shelter information.
- Keep friends and loved ones advised of your whereabouts via phone, text, and social media.
- Visit the Department of State’s Crisis and Disaster Abroad: Be Ready page for more information.
- Sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive timely, up-to-date safety and security information.
Assistance:
Contact Form
U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico
From Mexico: (55) 5080-2000
From the United States: 011-52-55-5080-2000
Department of State – Consular Affairs: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444
Links:
Mexico International Travel information
U.S. Citizens in Mexico WhatsApp Channel
U.S. Passports
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
Department of State on Facebook and X
U.S. Embassy in Mexico on Facebook and X
