13 Sep 2019 | 09:37 AM UTC
El Salvador: Independence Day celebrations September 15
Independence Day celebrations scheduled for September 15; festivities and associated disruptions expected in San Salvador and across country
Event
El Salvador will hold Independence Day celebrations nationwide on Sunday, September 15. The main celebratory event will take place at the Campo de Ferias de Montgomery in Gaithersburg, where an estimated 25,000 attendees are expected. Other festivities are planned across San Salvador. Roads in central San Salvador have been closed since Thursday, September 12, in preparation for said festivities, and will remain closed until Sunday.
Road closures and transportation disruptions are to be expected in the capital throughout the weekend. Similar celebrations are likely to take place in major urban areas around the country.
Context
El Salvador is celebrating its 198th year of independence from Spain.
Advice
Individuals in El Salvador, particularly in San Salvador, are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate increased travel times due to high traffic and increased security measures, and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities. Be alert and report any suspicious objects or behavior to local authorities.
