The Phase I of the atmospheric environmental contingency Keep this active December 26, 2025 in it State of Mexicowhich activated it Double is not in circulation today in several areas of the Toluca Valley and Santiago Tianguistenco.
The decision was made after detecting high levels of PM10 and PM2.5 particles caused by holiday activities such as bonfires and burning fireworks, combined with adverse weather conditions.
“Tomorrow, December 26, today’s No Circulation Agreement in Phase I of the Atmospheric Environmental Contingency applies as follows: Toluca Valley Metrozone and Santiago Tianguistenco Metropolitan Area. More details and exceptions,” Atmospheric Pollution Control reported in its latest post at 9:30 p.m. in X.
State authorities have introduced strict measures to limit vehicle traffic and some industrial activities to reduce pollution in the region.
The vehicles and services restricted this Friday, December 26th are:
- All vehicles with verification hologram “2”.
- Vehicles with hologram “1” whose last license number is 1, 3, 4, 5, 7 or 9.
- Vehicles with hologram “0” and “00”, blue stickers and plates ending in 9 and 0.
- Units without verification hologramincluding old vehicles, demo vehicles, transfer vehicles, new vehicles, with tourist ID cards, foreign license plates or license plates consisting only of letters.
- 50% of LPG delivery units to stationary tanks without a dry shut-off valve, registration ends with a non-number.
- Freight transport vehicles with local and state license plates, restricted from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., except for those participating in the Environmental Self-Regulation Program.
- taxi: Traffic is only possible from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
In the industrial sector, combustion activities in artisanal brick, ceramic and foundry kilns as well as concrete production will be stopped without emission controls. Stationary sources in the manufacturing industry must reduce their particle emissions by 40%.
He Double is not in circulation today It applies this Friday in:
- Toluca Valley Metropolitan Area
- Santiago Tianguistenco Metropolitan Area
The measure complies with the provisions of Secretariat for Environment and Sustainable Development to combat air pollution detected in the region.
The restrictions do not apply to:
- Electric or hybrid vehicles with eco-label or special character hologram.
- taxi during permitted times.
- Vehicles for urban service dedicated to the areas of emergencies, health, public safety, drinking water, fire services, rescue and disaster control.
- School and staff transport with current evidence.
- Vehicles for funeral processions and funeral ceremonies with current holograms.
- Vehicles for people with permanent disabilities with Type D certificate.
- Transport of waste and hazardous substances with permission (except those transporting fuels).
- Freight transport registered in the state environmental self-regulation system for diesel freight vehicles.
- Transportation of stone materials with permission and covered materials.
- Public passenger and tourist vehicles (vans, minibuses and buses) with current proof.
- Cars included in the Héroes Paisano and Migrante Mexiquense programs.
- Vehicles that transport goods or perishable products in cooling systems and concrete mixers.
Authorities recommend avoiding outdoor activities, reducing car use, avoiding burns or campfires and reporting health problems to medical services.
In the Mexico CityHe Double is not in circulation today due to environmental risks It was not activated for this Friday.
In the capital, only the usual restrictions apply to Fridays in the regular program, which concern the following:
- Vehicles with hologram 1 and 2
- Blue rubberized
- Plate termination 9 and 0
- Blackout times: 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m
Excluded are cars with a 0 and 00 hologram, electric, hybrid and valid tourist cards, as well as vehicles for essential activities and other government exemptions.
The Environmental Commission of the Megalopolis (CAMe) and the Environment Minister They monitor air quality and provide updates at 3 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to inform about possible changes.
The fines for non-compliance Double is not in circulation today can achieve 22,628 pesos in the Mexico City. In Toluca Valley, the sanctions will apply from January 2026, as the socialization period of the new regulation ends in December.
The call for state and federal authorities is to stay informed through official channels and follow all recommendations to protect health and help reduce air pollutants.
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