Colombia: Residents continue to protest in Uribia, La Guajira, as of Aug. 12

Event

Residents are continuing to stage a series of sporadic demonstrations in Uribia, La Guajira, as of Aug. 12 to denounce poor electrical power supply in the region. In recent days, protesters have caused transport disruptions by blocking roads and rail lines that transit the town to connect Cabo de la Vela and Puerto Bolivar. Additional protests targeting transportation infrastructure or electrical company facilities are likely over the coming days.

Authorities will likely monitor any such rallies and may move to disperse overly disruptive crowds. Further transport disruptions are possible along thoroughfares and railways that transit Uribia.

Advice

Avoid all demonstrations as a precaution. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for rail and truck shipping delays between Puerto Bolivar and points south of Uribia; consider alternative routes for critical freights.