Location: Mexican States of Sinaloa and Sonora
Event: Tropical Storm Narda is predicted to move up the Sinaloan and Sonoran coast over the next few days. Sinaloan Protección Civil has closed schools and recommended that work activities cease in the following municipalities: Elota, San Ignacio, Cosala, Mazatlan, Concordia, Rosario, and Escuinapa. The Port of Mazatlan is closed, as is the Mazatlan International Airport. Heavy rains and strong winds are expected along the coasts of Sinaloa and Sonora, which are likely to cause life-threatening flash floods and landslides.
The Mazatlan Consular Agency remains available for emergency inquiries via telephone. U.S. citizens may contact the U.S. Consular Agency at the numbers and email below for emergency assistance.
Actions to Take:
- Monitor the S. National Hurricane Center, the Mexican National Meteorological Service(Servicio Meteorológico Nacional), and your local Mexican Civil Protection Agency (“Protección Civil”) for updates on storm activity and emergency response.
- Monitor the local news for updates, follow directions from local officials, and in case of emergency call 911.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety messages and other travel information.
- Visit the Department of State’s Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Cyclones pagefor more information.
Assistance:
U.S. Consular Agency Mazatlán
From Mexico: 01-662-690-3262
From the U.S.: 1-844-528-6611
E-mail: ConAgencyMazatlan@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Hermosillo, Mexico
+52 662-289-3500
HermoACS@state.gov
https://mx.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/
State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
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