Brazil: Protesters block the Newton Navarro Bridge in Natal Sept. 9

Event

Protesting street vendors blocked the Newton Navarro Bridge in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte State, on Sept. 9. The purpose of the demonstration is to protest against government actions to limit street vending in certain areas of Redinha Beach. Though it will likely remain peaceful, the protest is likely to cause significant transport disruptions, and police have been deployed to monitor the gathering.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Do not attempt to drive through the roadblock; wait for police to clear it instead. Allow for additional transport time. Seek alternative routes that avoid the Newton Navarro Bridge and roads leading to it. Heed the instructions of security personnel.