Location: Nationwide, Ecuador
Event:
According to press and social media reports, public demonstrations and gatherings are developing in various parts of Ecuador. We are currently tracking demonstrations in the following locations: in Quito, La Floresta and Parque La Carolina; in Guayaquil, Malecón 2000, and in Salinas, the Malecón. These demonstrations are dynamic and may be convened with little or no advance notice. Disruptions to traffic, public transportation, and access to services are possible.
Actions to Take:
- Plan for unexpected protests and road blockages, and reconsider interprovincial travel.
- Avoid large gatherings and demonstrations, which can escalate quickly and become violent.
- Monitor ECU911 for information on road closures and emergency announcements.
- Track official communications from the Government of Ecuador for updates, including the Secretaría General de Comunicación and the Ministerio de Turismo .
- Follow credible local media sources for accurate information on current conditions.
- Review the Travel Advisory and safety and security information for Ecuador at Travel.State.Gov .
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
- Follow the U.S. Mission to Ecuador on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Quito, Ecuador
+(593)(2) 398-5000
ACSQuito@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Guayaquil, Ecuador
+(593)(4) 371-7000
ACSGuayaquil@state.gov
