01 April 1999
TEXT: TRAVEL WARNING ISSUED FOR GUERRERO STATE IN MEXICO
(Acapulco, Ixtapa included in warning by U.S.) (290) WASHINGTON -- The State Department has issued a travel warning for the state of Guerrero in Mexico, due to the potential for violence in the region. The U.S. embassy in Mexico reports that the political opposition vowed to block the April 1 inauguration of the state's governor-elect, Rene Juarez, in the state's capital city, Chilpancingo. Guerrero is best known abroad for its beach resorts Acapulco and Ixtapa. The State Department, in a March 31 public announcement, said travelers to Acapulco and other coastal destinations in Guerrero should be aware that the major highway from Mexico City to the coast passes through Chilpancingo. Following is the text of the State Department announcement: (Begin text) Public Announcement U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesman Mexico March 31 The U.S. embassy in Mexico City reports that the political opposition of the state of Guerrero has vowed to block the inauguration of the governor-elect on April 1. Political demonstrations and protests may take place in the capital city, Chilpancingo, and other major cities in the state of Guerrero. Rural and more isolated areas of the state may see small-scale, but possibly violent, action by guerrilla groups. Travelers to Acapulco and other coastal destinations in Guerrero should be aware that the major highway from Mexico City to the coast passes through Chilpancingo. U.S. citizens should defer unnecessary travel to the area. For further information about travel to Mexico, please consult the latest Consular Information Sheet for Mexico. This Public Announcement expires April 15, 1999. (End text)
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