In the decades I've lived in Arizona, I've seen big changes. Living near the border, we see things no one else in the country understands.

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Between the border policies that change with each presidential administration to the growth of the Mexican cartels, it's hard to deny things have become increasingly dangerous. Based on the latest travel advisories and reports, I won't be traveling to Mexico anytime soon.

The US State Department's Mexico Travel Advisory

The U.S. Department of State issued a Mexico Travel Advisory last summer. The advisory shines a spotlight on the widespread violence on the border. Increasingly, homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robberies have become widespread and common across Mexico.

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The US Government May Not Be Able to Help Tourists in Mexico

The State Department's travel advisory notes that the U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in many areas of Mexico. Members of the US Military who do not have family in Mexico are not allowed to travel across the border.

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The Army website addresses soldiers, especially those stationed on Fort Huachuca, not to travel within 50 miles of the border, "because of the increasing rate of violent, widespread crime in Mexico, most Soldiers are not allowed to travel to the borders of Mexico." That includes travel to the Arizona border towns of Agua Prieta, Naco and Nogales.

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In light of these advisories, it is crucial for travelers to stay informed and weigh the risks before deciding to travel to Mexico from Sierra Vista. It is always recommended to check the latest travel advisories and health notices before planning any international travel.

[US State Department | KTLA.com | Army.mil | Military.com]

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