04 Jul 2022 | 10:25 AM UTC
Chile: Activists plan several demonstrations in central Santiago July 4
Activists plan several demonstrations in central Santiago, Chile, July 4; traffic diversions will be in place.
Event
Activists have planned several protests and marches in central Santiago July 4, coinciding with a Constitutional Convention ceremony at the former National Congress Headquarters. Authorities will implement several traffic diversions, including along portions of Morande, San Antonio, Monjitas, Merced, Manuel Rodriguez, and Huerfanos. Additionally, Compania Street will be completely closed to traffic. Heightened security will be implemented around key infrastructure, especially government buildings.
Some of the planned demonstrations include:
From 07:30: Ancestral ceremony in central Santiago, exact location remains unconfirmed.
From 09:00: March from Cerro Santa Lucia to the former National Congress Headquarters
From 12:00: Student groups will protest at the intersection of Avenida Ricardo Cumming Street and Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins (also known as La Alameda).
Other gatherings throughout the capital are likely throughout July 4. Common protest locations include Plaza Baquedano (also known as Plaza Italia) and Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins. Clashes are possible, especially if security forces attempt to disperse demonstrators. Significant disruptions are likely to persist in central Santiago throughout July 4. Further demonstrations are also likely in the coming days.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a precaution. Allow additional time for travel in Santiago. Reconfirm business appointments. Confirm route status if planning to travel in central Santiago, including on Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins.
