Violence has erupted in central Mexico, with cartel drones dropping bombs on rural communities. The affected area, known as Guajes de Ayala, had previously warned law enforcement about mounting threats from the La Nueva Familia Michoacana cartel. The attacks began on Wednesday morning, with drone explosions and gunfire exchanged between the cartel and a local vigilante group.

Some residents, including women, children, and the elderly, have taken shelter in an abandoned medical clinic, hoping for the violence to end. Further details about the situation are available from CBS Texas, which has been following the developments in Mexico. The violence has occurred amidst World Cup celebrations in major Mexican cities.