Colombia: Demonstrators block roads in southern Bogota early Aug. 23

Event

Residents of the Ciudad Bolivar area of southern Bogota are protesting to denounce water shortages early Aug. 23. Protesters have gathered along main roads, including Calle 70 and Carrera 26, and are causing disruptions to traffic.

Further demonstrations are likely in the coming days to denounce the recurring water shortages in the area. Protests are particularly likely in most-affected neighborhoods in the south of the capital, including Verbenal del Sur, Ciudadela Paraiso, Austria, Santa Marta, Entre Nubes, Bella Flor, and Bella Flor La Torre.

Police will likely deploy to monitor the protest. Isolated skirmishes are possible if security forces attempt to disperse the gathering to clear roads in the area. Localized traffic disruptions are likely.

Advice

Avoid the protest. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Allow additional time to reach nearby destinations in southern Bogota as the demonstration is taking place. Check the status of routes in the area in the coming days as protests may continue.