Chile: Protesters cause transport disruptions around Plaza de Maipu metro station in Santiago Aug. 8

Event

Protesting street vendors are causing significant traffic disruptions around the Plaza de Maipu metro station in the Santiago Metropolitan Region early Aug. 8. The protest follows the police eviction of street vendors working without permits on Avenida 5 de Abril and Avenida Los Pajaritos. Traffic disruptions are likely to persist in the area in the coming hours.

Heightened security is likely to remain in place around the metro station in the coming hours. Clashes remain possible, especially if security forces attempt to disperse demonstrators.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Allow additional time for travel in the area. Reconfirm business appointments. Confirm route status if planning to travel via the affected routes.