El Salvador: Authorities responding to structure fire near Plaza Centro in central San Salvador as of late May 23

Event

Authorities are responding to a commercial structure fire near 9th Avenue and 4th Street at Plaza Centro in central San Salvador as of late May 23. The cause of the fire is currently unclear. Unconfirmed reports suggest that there are several casualties.

A heightened security presence is almost certain over the coming hours as firefighters battle the blaze and investigate the incident. Localized transit and business disruptions are likely into May 24. Poor air quality is likely in the vicinity.

Advice

Avoid the area. Allow additional travel time in the area, and circumvent the incident site. Follow all instructions from security personnel, including evacuation orders. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.