Hurricane Erick threatens vacationers: Foreign Office warns of travel!

Hurricane Erick threatens vacationers: Foreign Office warns of travel!

Puerto Escondido, Mexiko - The Federal Foreign Office on June 19, 2025 expressed a comprehensive warning for travelers with regard to the upcoming extreme weather conditions on the Mexico Pacific coast. The hurricane "Erick", a storm of category 4, is expected to meet land between Puerto Escondido (Oaxaca) and Punta Maldonado (Guerrero) and brings dangerous conditions. Particularly endangered states are Chiapas, Oaxaca and Guerrero. Travelers are urgently advised to avoid non-necessary trips to these regions, such as Mercury

The dangers not only include heavy wind and heavy rain, but also floods and possible power outages. The hurricane could have a significant impact on travel because high-end waves and heavy rains can affect flight and road traffic. Travelers are encouraged to find out more from airlines and local authorities and to stay vigilant at any time by complying with the news tracking of the weather reports and instructions of local authorities.

urgent travel instructions

The Federal Foreign Office has published specific recommendations for travelers in affected areas:

• Regular persecution of weather reports and instructions from the local authorities.
• Registration in the crisis list of the Federal Foreign Office.
• Knowledge of protective measures and evacuation plans.
• Follow instructions from the local authorities.

In addition, it is recommended to avoid endangered coastal regions and prepare for possible challenges.

further safety precautions

In addition to the acute weather warnings, there are specific travel instructions that are important for security considerations in Mexico. There are still numerous travel destinations for which travel is advised, including:

• Colima (except Manzanillo by ship/flight)
• Guerrero (except Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo by flight)
• Michoacán (west of Morelia)
• sinaloa (except Los Mochis by flight)
• Tamaulipas (north of Ciudad Victoria)
• zacatecas (border region to the USA)

The security situation in Mexico is shaped by a high crime rate, especially through organized crime. Travelers should exercise special care in overland journeys and the use of ATMs.

In addition to crime, there are also nature and climate risks to consider. The hurricane season extends from June to November, and earthquakes in seismic zones are also a risk. Travelers are asked to find out about the specific risks and be prepared.

Overall, it is recommended to travel well prepared and informed to ensure security during a stay in Mexico. The Federal Foreign Office provides comprehensive information on this, as can be found on the website of Foreign Office.