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Latest advice on travel to Mexico following devastating floods

People walk past a street covered in mud and debris caused by heavy rains in the Las Granjas neighborhood in Poza Rica, Veracruz state, Mexico — People walk past a street covered in mud and debris caused by heavy rains in the Las Granjas neighborhood in Poza Rica, Veracruz state, Mexico (AFP via Getty Images)

Torrential rain, landslides, and flooding in Mexico have caused at least 64 deaths and left dozens missing, with over 300 communities cut off.
The severe weather, which culminated over the weekend, was caused by the convergence of Tropical Storm Priscilla and Tropical Storm Raymond, leading to widespread devastation and power cuts.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has activated a National Emergency Committee, deploying 10,000 troops and resources to reopen roads, deliver food and water, and fumigate affected areas.
The states of Veracruz, Hidalgo (most severely affected with around 100,000 homes damaged), and Puebla have borne the brunt of the devastation.
While there have been no significant flight disruptions, the UK and US governments have issued travel advice, urging travellers to monitor conditions and follow local authority guidance.

Is it safe to travel to Mexico? Your rights after tropical storms bring devastating floods — In full