Security Alert – Update: Ongoing Security Operations - U.S. Mission Mexico (February 22, 2026)
Locations: Widespread, including Jalisco State (including Puerto Vallarta, Chapala, and Guadalajara), Baja California State (including Tijuana, Tecate, and Ensenada), Quintana Roo State (including Cancun, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum), and areas of Guanajuato, Guerrero, Michoacan, Oaxaca, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas States
Event: Due to ongoing security operations and related road blockages and criminal activity, U.S. citizens in the named locations should shelter in place until further notice.
All U.S. government staff at Consulate General Tijuana and all U.S. government staff in Guerrero, Michoacan, and Quintana Roo states have been directed to shelter in place. All U.S. government staff at Consulate General Monterrey have been directed to remain in the Monterrey metropolitan area.
While no airports have been closed, roadblocks have impacted airline operations, with some domestic and international flights cancelled in both Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta. All taxis and ride shares are suspended in Puerto Vallarta. Some businesses have suspended operations.
Actions to Take:
Seek shelter and minimize unnecessary movements. Remain in your residences or hotels.
Avoid areas around law enforcement activity.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Monitor local media for updates.
Follow the directions of local authorities and in case of emergency, call 911.
Avoid crowds.
Keep family and friends advised of your location and well-being via phone, text, and social media.
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⚠️ 48 HOUR WARNING ⚠️
A major earthquake is likely in the San Francisco Bay Area, most likely within 75 miles of Santa Cruz, CA.
📅 April 17–19 (most likely on 04/18)
🚨 You could save lives by warning everyone you know in the San Francisco Bay Area. Don’t stay silent—share the warning now. #Earthquake #BayArea #SantaCruz #StaySafe
Let’s Raleigh behind Cal 🗳️
Cast your ballot for Cal to win @SeattleSC’s 2024 Men’s Sports Star of the Year Award! #TridentsUp
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Teabags release billions of microplastics into our tea beverages.
A recent study found that commercially available teabags made from nylon, polypropylene, and cellulose release billions of micro- and nano-plastics into a single cup of tea.
• Polypropylene teabags released 1.20 billion particles/mL
• Cellulose teabags released ~135 million particles/mL
• Nylon teabags released 8 million particles/mL
In lab experiments, researchers exposed human intestinal cells to microplastic particles and found that different types of plastic interacted with different cell types. Polypropylene particles were absorbed by mucus-producing cells, while cellulose particles were absorbed by two types of mucus-producing cells. Nylon particles, however, were taken up by cells that help maintain the gut's protective barrier but don’t produce mucus.
These findings suggest that different types of plastics interact uniquely with gut cells, potentially affecting gut health in distinct ways. While the long-term effects of micro- and nanoplastic exposure remain unclear, it’s evident that these particles are entering our bodies through multiple sources.
You might consider switching to loose-leaf tea to reduce exposure if you're a tea drinker.
Study:
PMID: 39542373
In an interview with WSJ, Bill Gates said he and President-elect Donald Trump had a three-hour dinner and spoke about global health issues.
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California Fire Imagery. Sharing this Altadena fire map for friends and family. It’s imagery from NOAA satellites that can zoom into individual homes. It’s the first map I’ve seen that provides clear imagery and streets to locate homes. https://t.co/n37sWa5IIZ
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Mt. Wilson Update
Mt. Wilson, known for its stellar views of the night sky and scenic backcountry trails, has landed a spot in many of the surrounding communities’ hearts. Fire personnel continue to keep their focus on protecting and defending this historic area.
On January 10,2025 the Eaton Fire reached Mount Wilson and the adjacent communications towers. Due to previous fuel treatment work done by the Angeles National Forest and the heroic efforts of firefighting personnel, no impacts were sustained to the values are risk in the area. Crews were able to extinguish the fire defending this historic site. Forces will remain in the area to monitor for any potential hotspots.
Dangerous fire weather conditions for southern California as Critical to Extremely Critical fire-weather conditions will continue across parts of southern California today (Tuesday, Jan 14) through Wednesday (Jan 15).
Resources & Information of Fire-Impacted Community Members
In the wake of the current fire incident, we know how crucial it is to have the right resources at hand for both immediate action and long-term recovery. Our Fire Incident Resource Trifold is here to assist you in ensuring both safety and support for the community you serve.
This trifold includes essential contacts, recovery tips, and mental health resources, along with guidance on how to navigate the post-incident process for affected individuals and families.
Key highlights include:
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Evacuation order updates for fire scenes
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Emergency Assistance Contacts for evacuation and shelter
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Post-Fire Recovery Tips for affected families and businesses
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Mental Health Resources for survivors
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Local Community Support Networks available for ongoing assistance
We encourage you to keep this trifold handy to ensure you’re well-equipped with the information needed to manage fire-related incidents efficiently and compassionately.
If you were displaced by the #EatonFire and aren't sure about the status of your property, there's now an interactive map available that's searchable by address and includes photos: https://t.co/A5nxcvBcUl