Special Security Measures Announced for Day of the Dead

The mayor of Puebla, José Chedraui Budib, announced special safety measures with over 250 personnel for the Day of the Dead celebrations to ensure a safe environment for visitors.


Special Security Measures Announced for Day of the Dead

The municipal president, José Chedraui Budib, announced that special security measures will be implemented with the participation of more than 250 elements of Civil Protection and citizen security to ensure a clean and safe environment in the cemeteries during the celebration of the Day of the Dead.

In an interview, it was reported that a thorough cleaning has been carried out in all cemeteries, ensuring that visitors can honor their loved ones without capacity restrictions. Additionally, extended hours and the presence of security personnel in the cemeteries will be evaluated in coordination with Civil Protection and the Secretary of Citizen Security.

To address any eventuality, ambulances and paramedics from Civil Protection will be available. A call was made to interested street vendors offering products related to the holiday to operate in an orderly and respectful manner, without restrictions, but maintaining order.

The municipal administration seeks to ensure that these traditions are celebrated in an atmosphere of peace and security, allowing families to pay tribute to their deceased in a dignified and calm manner.

On the other hand, the Puebla Secretary of Public Security has launched a special operation with the participation of more than a thousand state police coordinated with other security forces, such as the Navy, National Defense, National Guard, and municipal police. From October 29 to November 2, aerial and ground patrols will be intensified in places with higher foot traffic such as cemeteries, banks, shopping malls, and roads.

On the occasion of the Day of the Dead, it was announced that the cemeteries in the capital of Puebla will close at midnight on November 1 and 2.