### Primary Article: Tijuana Authorities Shut Down 128 Underground Parties During Montserrat Caballero’s Administration
The Inspection and Verification Directorate of Tijuana, overseen by Alfonso García Dworak, reported a major crackdown on underground parties, shutting down 128 such events over the course of Montserrat Caballero Ramírez’s administration. These operations successfully rescued 16,750 minors. This information was disclosed during a presentation by the General Secretariat of Government.
The successful identification and shutdown of these events were largely due to continuous monitoring by cyber inspectors on social media platforms, primarily Facebook. This surveillance uncovered that young people were coordinating these gatherings where alcohol was served indiscriminately to minors, with entry fees ranging from 300 to 500 pesos.
In response to this concerning trend, the directorate organized visits to over 150 schools to educate students about the risks associated with excessive alcohol consumption, reaching 15,950 youths.
The presentation also highlighted a historic revenue collection from the informal trade sector, amounting to 36,505,073 pesos from permit renewals and 86,791,005.48 pesos from temporary permits.
Additionally, the Civil Protection Directorate, led by Miguel Ángel Ceballos Ramírez, announced the acquisition of a Mobile Operations Center, costing 7,780,999 pesos. The center supports emergency responses with drone surveillance, systematic consultations with business electronic platforms, and daily monitoring of city landslides utilizing 4G cameras.
In 2024, Tijuana experienced nine significant landslide incidents, affecting three urban developments and leaving 18 active landslides, putting 210 homes at risk. Affected homes were marked with yellow or red stickers based on the level of danger.
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### Secondary Article: Rising Concerns Over Underage Alcohol Consumption in Tijuana
Recent incidents in Tijuana have brought to light the increasing issue of underage drinking at clandestine parties. Authorities are troubled by the pattern of minors gaining access to events where alcohol is served without restraint. The shutdown of 128 such parties marks only the beginning of what appears to be a broader social issue.
In a similar trend, other regions are also facing challenges related to illegal gatherings and underage drinking. For instance, cities like Mexicali and Ensenada have reported similar crackdowns, aiming to curb the problem and protect the youth from the dangers associated with alcohol abuse.
Local authorities emphasize the importance of community awareness and parental guidance in preventing such gatherings. They also propose stricter monitoring of online activities where these events are often coordinated.
Moving forward, it’s clear that a combined effort from law enforcement, educational institutions, and families is essential to tackle this growing concern. It remains a priority to ensure the safety and well-being of the youth throughout Baja California.