Argentina, Chile: Authorities close Los Libertadores border crossing due to adverse weather July 31

Authorities have closed Los Libertadores border crossing (the Cristo Redentor tunnel), which connects the Argentinean province of Mendoza with the Chilean region of Valparaiso, due to adverse weather as of July 31. Officials have not indicated when the crossing is likely to reopen.

Weather-related disruptions to cross-border transport and local traffic may continue in the area over the coming days. Officials may also close other border crossings due to weather-related disruptions in the coming days.