Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following locations in Montevideo, Uruguay:
- Obelisco a los Constituyentes de 1830 (Near Tres Cruces Shopping)
- Filtro Hospital (Pampillo y Novas Street, near Nuevocentro Shopping)
Event: A demonstration (Marcha del Filtro) is expected to take place on Saturday, August 24, 2024, beginning at 6:00 p.m. departing from the Obelisco a los Constituyentes de 1830, near Tres Cruces Shopping, and moving to the Filtro Hospital, near Nuevocentro Shopping. Historically, this event has drawn an average of 200 people, and there have been instances of violence. Out of an abundance of caution, U.S. government personnel and U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the areas of the march between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the areas where the demonstrations are taking place.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Keep a low profile.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay
Lauro Müller 1776, Montevideo, Uruguay
(+598 2) 1770-2000
After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens (+598 2) 1770-2000
https://qrco.de/MontevideoACS
https://uy.usembassy.gov/
State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
Uruguay Country Information
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