Argentina: Protesters disrupt transport in Ciudad Evita April 1

Event

Residents of Ciudad Evita in Buenos Aires Province are protesting along the Autopista Riccheri (National Route A002) April 1. The purpose of the action is to demand better access to electricity. Participants are blocking Autopista Riccheri at kilometer marker 19 near the intersection with the Camino de Cintura, prompting traffic disruptions in the area. Ciudad Evita is located 20 km (12 miles) southwest of downtown Buenos Aires.

While the action has remained largely peaceful, clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out, especially if security forces attempt to forcibly disperse crowds. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a precaution. If violence occurs, immediately leave the area and seek shelter in a non-government building. Consider alternate driving routes. Do not attempt to drive through protester roadblocks; wait for police to dismantle them instead before proceeding. Allow additional time to reach destinations near potential protest locations. Heed the instructions of security personnel.