Location: Baja California Sur
Event: Hurricane Flossie remains a category 3 hurricane located 505 km SSE of Cabo San Lucas. Large swells generated by Flossie will continue to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions along portions of the coast of southwestern Mexico and the Baja California peninsula during the next few days. On July 1, the Los Cabos Port was closed to smaller vessels until further notice.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid entering the ocean or walking on beaches during hazardous conditions.
- Heed all warnings from hotel staff and local authorities.
- Stay out of areas marked with black flags, which indicate deadly surf conditions.
- Be aware if you have planned travel to Pacific coastal areas of Mexico.
- 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.
- Visit the Department of State’s Crisis and Disaster Abroad: Be Ready page for more information.
Assistance:
Contact Form
U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico
From Mexico: (55) 8526-2561
From the United States: 1-844-528-6611
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
