Ongoing conflict in the Middle East and severe shipping route disruptions continue to send shockwaves through global energy markets and crude oil prices. Down in Baja, however, this planetary catastrophe is being met with the collective shrug of a thousand gringos living off-grid in palapas with two solar panels and a prayer. 'Look, if the Strait of Hormuz closes, my propane tank might cost an extra 200 pesos to refill, which is basically the price of a craft IPA in San Diego,' said retired defense contractor Gary. 'I'd care more, but my water pump is making a funny clicking noise and the Pacific is firing right now.'