Americans planning to hike in the area should be alert to any warnings or signs posted on the slopes of the volcano. The U.S. Embassy encourages Americans planning to hike in the area to contact the U.S. Embassy for the latest information about seismic activity. Health facilities in Mexico City are excellent. Care in more remote areas is limited. In some instances, supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage and medical evacuation coverage has proven useful.
Mexican insurance is required.
All vehicular traffic is restricted in Mexico City in order to reduce air pollution. The restriction is based on the last digit of the vehicle license plate. No driving if license plate ends with 5 or 6. No driving if license plate ends with 7 or 8. No driving if license plate ends with 1 or 2.