22 Key Things to Know About the New U.S. Mexico Travel Warning
22. The Importance of "Situational Awareness": Your Best Defense
Why it's Crucial: This overarching truth underpins every advisory: your personal awareness is your primary defense. This means constantly observing your surroundings, identifying potential threats, trusting your instincts, and knowing emergency exits. It's about avoiding distractions (like excessive phone use), walking with purpose, and being aware of who is around you. This proactive, ever-present vigilance, rather than a reactive response to a perceived threat, is the most powerful tool for navigating any travel environment safely.
