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Update: Weather Alert Volcano Popocatepetl
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May 22, 2023

Location: Puebla, Mexico City, Mexico State, Tlaxcala, and Morelos, Mexico

Event: On May 21, the Mexican government upgraded the Volcano Popocatepetl alert to Yellow:  Phase Three as a preventative measure.  This increase does not signal an evacuation of the population surrounding the volcano.  The government of Puebla released a press statement  on May 21 announcing the suspension of in-person classes in 40 municipalities until further notice and the closure of Puebla state parks.

Actions To Take:   

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:  +1-888-407-4747or +1-202-501-4444

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