Health Events Local 2026-02-14T07:12:27+00:00

Phase I Environmental Containment Remains in Mexico City

An anticyclone is causing ozone to accumulate in Mexico City's atmosphere. Authorities have urged residents to avoid outdoor activities and restrict car use on Valentine's Day.


Phase I Environmental Containment Remains in Mexico City

The Environmental Commission of the Megalopolis (CAMe) reported that for this Saturday, February 14, Valentine's Day, Phase I of the atmospheric environmental contingency for ozone remains in effect in the Mexico City Metropolitan Area. This is because the anticyclone system will continue to affect the central portion of the country this Saturday, causing moderate atmospheric stability, accompanied by a warm air mass and weak winds. Similarly, maximum temperatures of up to 29 Celsius are expected. With these conditions, the formation and accumulation of ozone in the Valley of Mexico will be favored. Air quality is expected to range from bad to very bad. Recommendations for the public Avoid civic, cultural, and recreational activities, as well as avoid exercising outdoors between 13:00 and 19:00. Suspend any outdoor activities, organized by public or private institutions, during the hours of 13:00 to 19:00. Postpone outdoor events, sports, cultural activities, or massive spectacles scheduled between 13:00 and 19:00. Do not smoke, especially in enclosed spaces. Facilitate and continue remote work and make purchases and procedures online to reduce trips. Avoid the use of air fresheners, aerosols, paints, waterproofers, or products containing solvents. Refuel after 18:00 and before 10:00; do not refuel after the safety latch on the nozzle is released. Check and repair leaks in home gas installations. Reduce the use of fuels at home, shortening shower time to a maximum of five minutes and when cooking, use covered containers. On Saturday, February 14, the following vehicles must suspend circulation from 5:00 to 22:00: Private vehicles with verification hologram 2. Private vehicles with verification hologram 1, whose last digit is 2, 4, 6, 8, and 0. Private vehicles with verification hologram 0 and 00, blue sticker, plate ending in 9 or 0.