A Message for U.S. Citizens: Acapulco – Hurricane Otis
By U.S. Mission Mexico
October 26, 2023
Location: Acapulco, Guerrero
Event: The Acapulco International Airport remains closed. A list of shelters in the affected area can be found at the following link:
LIST OF AVAILABLE SHELTERS – ACAPULCO MX
In the event of a medical emergency, call 911 for assistance from local authorities. For U.S. citizen assistance, see the contact information below.
Actions to Take:
· 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) for updates on storm activity and emergency response.
· Both during and after the storm, keep loved ones advised of your location and well-being via phone, text, and social media.
· Visit the Department of State’s Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Cyclones page for more information.
Assistance:
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
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
Department of State on Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter)
U.S. Embassy in Mexico on Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter)