Ecuador: Protests and clashes in Limonal, Sept. 8

Event

Protesting rice growers demanding higher prices for their product are blocking roads and clashing with police in Limonal, Guayas Region, Sept. 8. Police have deployed tear gas in an attempt to disperse the demonstrators.

Significant transport and business disruptions are likely throughout Limonal for the duration of the protests.

Advice

Avoid the protests as a precaution. Allow for additional travel time throughout the area. Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks; wait for the police to dismantle them instead.