Traffic Safety Operation on the Route of Faith to Santa Catarina Juquila

The State Traffic Police deployed an operation to accompany pilgrims on the Route of Faith to Santa Catarina Juquila for the feast of the Virgin of Juquila, according to information published on November 10, 2026. The operation involved 16 officers, two motorcycle patrol units and seven patrol vehicles.

Route and traffic management

Coverage included highways 135, 190 and 131, along a route through Oaxaca de Juárez, the Y griega junction, Zimatlán de Álvarez, Villa Sola de Vega, San Pedro Juchatengo and Cerro del Vidrio, ending in Santa Catarina Juquila. In the latter town, measures included managing traffic and directing bus drivers to three available parking lots, as well as a traffic operation starting at El Pedimento.

Recommendations issued for walking and driving

• Walk along the edge of the road and travel in close-knit groups.
• Wear reflective clothing and use lights at night.
• Obey traffic signs and speed limits; avoid entering the oncoming lane.
• Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or when tired.