14 Mar 2018 | 02:54 AM UTC
Nicaragua: Earthquake drills nationwide on March 14
Authorities to hold first National Exercise for Life Protection in Multi-threat Situations (ENPVSM) of 2018 on March 14; transportation disruptions possible
Event
Nicaraguan authorities are set to hold the first National Exercise for Life Protection in Multi-threat Situations (ENPVSM) of 2018 on Wednesday, March 14. The exercises will engage military, police, and emergency responders as well as civilians across the country to participate in earthquake drills. Localized transportation disruptions may occur in areas where drills are being conducted.
Context
Nicaraguan authorities have held the drill four times annually since 2014.
Advice
Individuals present in Nicaragua are advised to obey all instructions as issued by authorities and to anticipate possible localized transportation disruptions in the vicinity of drills.
