The Texas Department of Public Safety has again warned students looking forward to spring break to avoid Mexico due to drug-related violence.
The Mexican government has made great strides battling drug cartels, DPS officials said, but the public safety agency urged travelers to avoid Mexico, based on the unpredictable nature of drug cartel violence.
DPS in past years has raised similar concerns about spring break travel south of the border.
Troopers are preparing for an increase of highway traffic as more students and families take time off for spring break, DPS Director Steven McCraw said.
McCraw urged all travelers to use care and especially slow down during bad weather, in construction areas and while driving in unfamiliar areas.
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