09 Jun 2019 | 01:06 PM UTC
Germany: Climate change demonstration in Aachen June 21
Environmental groups to stage a demonstration in Aachen June 21; transportation disruptions expected
Event
Supporters of the "FridaysforFuture" organization are slated to stage a demonstration in Aachen on Friday, June 21. The rally to demand action on climate issues will reportedly begin at 12:00 (local time). Protesters will gather in multiple locations throughout the city and march towards the Tivoli stadium.
Associated transportation disruptions are expected in the vicinity of the demonstration. Further such protests are likely to take place on Fridays throughout Germany.
Context
The rally is organized as part of the "Fridays for future" movement, an international student movement initiated by Thunberg, a teenage Swedish climate activist, demanding more effective government action on climate change issues.
Advice
Individuals in Aachen are advised to avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate localized transportation disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.