US: Protests possible in downtown Washington, DC, Feb. 15 due to removal of homeless encampment from McPherson Square

Event

Protests are possible in downtown Washington, DC, over the coming hours due to the removal of a homeless encampment from McPherson Square Feb. 15. Members of the National Park Service have closed the park and have begun to remove individuals from it who live in tents. Authorities reportedly seek to keep McPherson Square closed for months to rehabilitate the park's grounds.

Heightened security measures and transport disruptions are likely in any protest-affected areas.

Advice

Avoid McPherson Square and any protest-affected areas as a precaution. Heed instructions issued by local authorities.