Welcome to the forum. I agree with many here that living in any large population area when times get tough is a dangerous thing. Everyone has to consider their own situation though. Finances, family or friends to care for, the political environment, etc. just the fact that you are thinking about what you can do during an emergency is a good thing. That already increases your odds of getting through tough times. I’m curious about your ability to move freely in Mexico. I’ve been a couple times as a tourist but really don’t know about laws or restrictions there. Are you free to move anywhere? And if you try would you be considered an outsider in the new place you move to? (As in the wealthy people there, landowners, not wanting anyone competing for their status).