A fire at a recycling facility forced the closure of the Mexicali-San Felipe highway on Wednesday. Authorities shut the route while crews worked to contain the blaze. The cause of the fire had not been confirmed as of publication.
The highway is the main road connecting Mexicali to San Felipe, a popular coastal destination for expats and tourists. Anyone planning to drive the route should confirm the road is open before departing. No alternate paved route exists between the two cities.
San Felipe draws heavy weekend traffic from Mexicali residents and cross-border visitors. A prolonged closure would affect not only travelers but also the supply chains that keep the coastal town stocked. Local businesses in San Felipe depend heavily on that single corridor for goods and visitors alike.
No injuries were reported in early accounts of the incident. Firefighting crews responded to the scene, and the closure remained in effect while the fire was addressed. Officials had not released an estimated reopening time.
If you are planning travel to or from San Felipe, monitor local civil protection updates before heading out. BDN will update this brief as reopening information becomes available.