Panama: Protesters disrupt traffic on Carretera Transistmica in Rio Rita, Colon Province, June 14

Event

Protesters are causing significant disruptions to traffic along Carretera Transistmica, also known as Carretera Boyd-Roosevelt, in the town of Rio Rita, Colon Province, June 14. Demonstrators are blocking the highway to protest water shortages affecting the area. Rio Rita is located around 20 km (12 miles) southeast of the city of Colon.

Significant transport disruptions are likely in the area over the coming hours, delays for traffic in and out of the city of Colon are also possible. Heightened security and business disruptions are possible in the area.

Advice

Avoid the affected area. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the protest location June 14. Heed the instructions of local authorities.