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The Week Ahead: March 11, 2024

The Week Ahead / By / March 11, 2024

• Malaga, Spain: Travel Advisory | On March 13, farmers will use tractors to protest in front of the Government Sub-delegation in Malaga along the highway. Expect major disruptions along the highway due to the blockage and plan alternate travel routes.
• Nationwide, Peru: Weather Advisory | In the coming weeks, expect heavy rainfall across Peru. The National Meteorology and Hydrology Service has issued alerts for heavy rainfall throughout the country, with orange warnings indicating the second-highest level of severity and red warnings representing the highest level on a three-tier scale. The risk of flooding and landslides is elevated across the country, especially in low-lying and mountainous regions.
• Jakarta, Indonesia: Protest Advisory | Throughout this week, expect protests linked to the Indonesian general election results being announced on March 20. Protestors may gather to denounce electoral irregularities and the presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto. SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protests. Plan routes that bypass affected locations and allow for additional travel time. 
• Nationwide, Zambia: Disaster Advisory | Beginning March 11, the Zambian government will impose nationwide daily power cuts. The government implemented this electricity rationing due to a severe drought that has negatively impacted hydropower generation. Travelers should ensure accommodation is equipped with power generators and prioritize access to safe drinking water. 

Situation Report: Internal Conflict in Ecuador

Situation Reports / By / September 1, 2024

On January 8, Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa declared a state of emergency following the escape of the country’s most dangerous drug lord from prison and an increase in associated unrest nationwide, including amongst penitentiaries. The state of emergency will last for 60 days. The military will be deployed to combat criminal groups responsible for spreading violence, a curfew has been established, and the right to assembly has been paused. Law enforcement officials from the United States have been sent to Ecuador to collaborate with the government to prevent the growth of transnational criminal organizations in light of José Adolfo Macías Villamar’s escape.

From February 16 to 18 in Munich, Germany, expect heightened security following the Munich Security Conference, prompting major road closures and travel congestion.

Advisories / By / February 16, 2024

From February 16 to 18, the Munich Security Conference is being held at the Hotel Bayerischer Hof. Various heads of state and government officials are attending the event, thus expect heightened security at train stations, road closures, and restricted parking and airspace. Additionally, protests are expected to take place surrounding the event location.

The Week Ahead: January 29, 2024

The Week Ahead / By / January 28, 2024

• Tallinn, Estonia: Protest Advisory | On January 29, teachers will demonstrate in front of Parliament, demanding an increase to the minimum wage. Events are likely to be peaceful, but a large turnout will likely lead to the presence of police and potential traffic disruptions.  
• Nationwide, Mexico: Weather Advisory | Through January 29, expect poor weather in the form of rainstorms and strong winds followed by cold weather, snow, and sleet. Heavy rainfall could lead to flooding in lowlands, and the following cold weather could lead to icy conditions. Monitor local weather reports and remain indoors.
• New Delhi, India: Protest Advisory | On January 29, rail workers will gather at 9:00 AM at the Jantar Mantar monument to demand better recruitment efforts to fill vacancies. Avoid protests.
• Cape Town, South Africa: Disaster Advisory | Over the coming days, emergency services will continue to respond to a wildfire in Table Mountain National Park. Evacuation notices have been issued for parts of the park, and more evacuations may take place. Monitor local news media and air quality alerts.

The Week Ahead: January 22, 2024

The Week Ahead / By / January 21, 2024

• Nationwide, Ireland and UK: Weather Advisory | Through at least January 22, Storm Isha is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain across Ireland and the United Kingdom. Flooding is possible in lowlands, and power outages may occur. Plan for travel disruptions and monitor local news media.
• Vancouver, Canada: Protest Advisory | Beginning at 3:00 AM on January 22, Coast Mountain Bus Company and SeaBus workers plan to stage a 48-hour work stoppage. Plan to utilize other bus companies for the duration of the stoppage. 
• Kolkata, India: Protest Advisory | On January 22, activists from various religions will conduct the “Rally for Harmony,” marching from Hazra Crossing to Park Circus Maidan and stopping at places of worship along the route. Plan for travel disruptions and avoid demonstrations.
• Monrovia, Liberia: Security Advisory | Through January 22, heightened security measures will be in place in accordance with the presidential inauguration. Travelers will be required to show their passports for road access; several roads will be closed on January 22, and motorcycles and heavy trucks are banned from Tubman Boulevard and Roberts International Airport Road until January 23. Carry all personal documents and monitor local media for road closures. Comply with all security forces. 

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to use a high degree of caution using dating apps when in Colombia due to a State Department report highlighting a string of recent suspicious deaths related to their use.

Advisories / By / September 1, 2024

The U.S. Embassy in Bogota, Colombia, has alerted citizens in the country to avoid using dating apps due to a string of eight suspicious deaths of Americans between the months of November and December. This comes amid a 200% spike of reports of theft against foreign visitors, and a 29% increase in violent crime in the late stages of 2023. These deaths have either been presented as homicides or drug overdoses.

The Week Ahead: January 15, 2024

The Week Ahead / By / January 15, 2024

• Paris and Lyon, France: Protest Advisory | On January 14 at 3:00 PM, protesters will gather at Place de la Republique in Paris and at 2:00 PM in Place Bellecour in Lyon to protest against the “Darmanin Law,” which reforms immigration laws. Protests have the chance of escalating into violent clashes with law enforcement. Plan journeys to avoid protests. 
• Toay, Argentina: Protest Advisory | On January 14, an unknown number of protesters opposing President Javier Milei’s Decree of Necessity and Urgency will gather at 7:30pm at Plaza San Martin. Violent dispersal is possible, so it is recommended to avoid all protests and plan routes around the location.
• Nationwide, India: Protest Advisory | Through at least mid January, large protests are expected to continue across India in the wake of announced changes to the Motor Vehicles Act, which increase punishments for drivers convicted of hit-and-runs. Transportation disruptions should be expected due to roadblocks and work stoppages. Plan routes and confirm travel with drivers before departure. 
•Tunis, Tunisia: Protest Advisory | On January 14, opposition protesters demanding the release of political prisoners plan to gather at 10am at Republic Square and march to Avenue Habib Bourguiba. Demonstrations are expected to remain peaceful, but traffic disruptions are possible. Plan and confirm routes around the protest in advance.

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