Mexico: Farmers protesting at Culiacan International Airport as of the evening of June 13

Event

Unionized farmers are protesting at Culiacan International Airport (CUL) as of the evening of June 13 to demand guaranteed prices for their produce. Airport officials have closed CUL since 15:30 as activists have blocked access to the building. It remains unclear when regular flights would resume at CUL.

Flight disruptions are likely to continue until activists depart the airport. Lingering disruptions may occur as officials work to clear any potential backlogs. Officials will almost certainly maintain an increased security presence in the impacted area and may disperse overly disruptive crowds. Isolated clashes between demonstrators and police are possible.

Advice

Confirm flight reservations through at least late June 13. Avoid CUL as a standard precaution. Heed all official transport and security advisories.