U.S. urges Americans to avoid traveling to Oaxaca

The U.S. Embassy and consulates in Mexico, issued an emergency message to urge its citizens to avoid traveling to Oaxaca due to mass demonstrations.

According to the message, mass demonstrations are currently taking place in Oaxaca, Mexico.  According to press reports, on June 3 protestors entered the Oaxaca airport, and incoming and outgoing flights have been suspended.

In addition, protestors have reportedly taken control of a gasoline distribution center and gas stations in Oaxaca, which is currently causing a fuel shortage for private vehicles.

Public transportation has reportedly been suspended due to the fuel shortage.