Mexico: Protesting truckers blocking Federal Highway 85D near Ojo de Agua toll booth, Mexico State, March 31

Event

Protesting truckers are blocking traffic on Federal Highway 85D (Autopista Mexico-Pachuca) near the Ojo de Agua toll booth in Mexico State March 31. The purpose of the action remains unclear.

Transport disruptions will almost certainly continue in the area over the coming hours. Authorities will likely deploy a heightened security presence to the protest site. Clashes are possible if security forces try to forcibly disperse the demonstrators.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations if operating in the area and seek alternative routes to circumvent transport disruptions.