02/23/2026
We currently have clients vacationing in Cancun and the Rivera Maya who are reporting that all is calm and normal.
See below for the latest update by the Governor of the State of Quintana Roo, Mara Lezama
🔔 Latest update – Quintana Roo
More than 10,000 members of the federal, state, and municipal forces have been deployed throughout Quintana Roo.
Governor Mara Lezama has confirmed that the situation is under control and that the authorities are working in full coordination with the Army, the National Guard, the Navy, and federal and state agencies.
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✈️ Airports and tourism are operating normally
• The state's four international airports are operating normally.
• No flights have been canceled.
• Any delays are due to weather conditions in the United States, not security issues.
• ADO bus terminals and the Maya Train are operating normally.
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🎓 Schools remain open
Educational activities are continuing as normal at all levels—both public and private institutions.
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⚠️ False information circulating on social media
The governor has categorically denied rumors concerning:
• The closure of the Cancún hotel zone
• Fires in hospitals, schools, banks, or businesses
• A plane on fire (image confirmed as generated by artificial intelligence)
🔎 Confirmed incidents
Authorities have confirmed:
• 3 vehicles set on fire on the highway to Cancún
• 7 in Playa del Carmen
• 5 in Tulum
• 1 business set on fire in Tulum
• Damage to an Oxxo store in Cozumel
Nine suspects have been arrested.
No civilian injuries have been reported.
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✅ Official recommendations
Residents and visitors are advised to:
• Remain calm
• Follow official government channels
• Avoid spreading unverified information
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More than 10,000 officers are reinforcing security in Quintana Roo and ensuring the continuity of economic and tourist activities: Mara Lezama
The governor emphasized ongoing coordination with the Army, the National Guard, and judicial authorities to maintain public order.
She asked citizens to stay informed through official channels and to avoid spreading false news.
She also clarified that educational activities are continuing as normal.
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Background
Following the violent events that took place in the country during a federal operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco, Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa announced the deployment of a joint operation mobilizing more than 10,000 federal, state, and municipal forces in the state, ensuring that the situation remains under control.
She explained that due to the circulation of false information on social media, the authorities are maintaining constant coordination with:
• The Army
• The National Guard
• The Navy
• The Attorney General's Office
• The State Attorney's Office
• The Judiciary
• The National Institute of Migration
• The Secretariat of Citizen Security
• Regional working groups with municipal presidents
Regarding the recommendations of the U.S. Consulate, it was clarified that these are preventive measures intended for U.S. citizens, such as avoiding non-essential travel and staying informed through official sources.
The governor reiterated that no civilians had been injured and urged the population not to spread false information that could cause uncertainty or panic, but to remain attentive to official communications.
