US: Environmental activists to stage protest march in parts of Manhattan, New York, starting at 14:00 Aug. 25

Environmental activists will stage a protest march in central New York City during the afternoon of Aug. 25. The purpose of the action is to demand that fossil banks end their involvement in activities that contribute to climate change. Activists will gather at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Memorial on Washington Place at 14:00 before beginning their march; organizers have released no information concerning the march route or end point. It remains unclear how many participants the event may draw.

Authorities will probably monitor the gathering as a precaution. Isolated minor scuffles between activists and police or between members of opposing groups cannot be ruled out. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely.