Guatemala: Protesters block Puente Castillo Armas in Retalhuleu May 9

Event

Local residents have blocked the Castillo Armas Bridge in Retalhuleu early May 9 to protest recurring power outages. Castillo Armas Bridge is located between Santa Cruz Mulua and San Sebastian on Ruta CA-2. Similar protests are likely to continue in Retalhuleu in the coming days if the power outages persist.

Transport disruptions may continue along Ruta CA-2 and near the Castillo Armas Bridge for several hours. Authorities are likely to deploy increased security to monitor the event; clashes between protesters and police are possible.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Allow additional time to reach destinations in and around Retalhuleu May 9.