A Nationwide Trucker Strike is Expected Across Italy on March 19 to Protest the Increase in Fuel Prices.

Incident Details

On March 19, there is expected to be a nationwide trucker strike in Italy. The National Union of Freight Transport Associations has called for the strike to protest increases in the price of fuel. Protests are designed to slow traffic and create blockades on major roads across the country. 

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to plan accordingly, find less traveled alternate routes if possible and avoid the protests. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.

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