Chile
Central regions: Exercise caution, follow official directives amid wildfires
Exercise caution and follow official directives over the coming hours amid wildfires in Araucania, Biobio, Maule, Santiago Metropolitan and Valparaiso regions. The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (SENAPRED) maintain red alerts (highest on a three-tier scale) for wildfires in Linares and Vichuquen communes (both Maule). The authorities have also issued new evacuation orders for Quebrada Culenmapu in Vichuquen. Short-notice road closures, traffic diversions and further evacuation orders are possible in affected areas as emergency services continue response efforts.
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Santiago: Avoid area, expect disruption along Nicasio Retamales street amid reports of fire
Avoid the area near a residential building located on Nicasio Retamales street in the capital Santiago over the coming hours and expect disruption amid reports of a fire. According to local media, fire-fighting units are at the scene to control a blaze that broke out earlier on 15 February. Reportedly, the fire originated inside an apartment. No injuries have been reported thus far.
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Colombia
Northern, western departments: Exercise caution, expect further weather-related disruption
Exercise caution and expect further weather-related disruption in northern and western departments over the coming days. The Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (IDEAM) issued red alerts (second highest on a four-tier scale) for rising water levels following heavy rainfall in several departments. Antioquia, Cauca, Choco, Cordoba, Cundinamarca, Narino, Santander and Tolima are among the most affected departments. Adverse weather has caused flooding and landslides in affected areas since early February, with further such conditions likely to impact travel and essential services. Plan for related disruption.
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Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo Este: Avoid anti-immigration demonstration on 15 February as precaution
Avoid a planned demonstration in Santo Domingo Este (Santo Domingo province) on 15 February as a precaution. The event is being held by the Ancient Dominican Order group to denounce the immigration situation in the country. Participants will gather from 13.00 (local time) at Ercilia Pepin metro station. The security forces are liable to use tear gas and other forcible measures to disperse the gathering, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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El Salvador
San Salvador: Avoid anti-government protest march on 15 February
Avoid a planned anti-government protest march on 15 February in the capital San Salvador as a precaution. Participants will denounce mass criminal trials and the alleged wrongful prosecution of detainees under an ongoing ‘state of exception’, which suspends some constitutional rights. They will gather from 08.00 (local time) at the Jose Marti roundabout. There is potential for scuffles between protesters and the police, posing incidental risks to bystanders. Expect a heightened police presence along the route and follow official directives if travelling nearby.
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Puerto Rico (US)
Exercise caution, expect disruption over coming hours linked to adverse weather
Exercise caution and expect disruption in Puerto Rico (US) over the coming hours due to adverse weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) has forecast heavy rainfall and associated flood risks. Adverse weather conditions are predicted to affect northern parts of Puerto Rico in the morning, and southern regions later in the day. So far, there have been no reports of significant disruption at San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Adverse weather is liable to cause short-notice disruption to transport and essential services in affected areas.
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United States
New York City: Expect localised disruption on 15 February during demonstration in support of former Pakistani prime minister
Expect localised disruption in New York City (New York state) on 15 February during a scheduled demonstration and plan journeys accordingly. Participants will gather from 16.00 (local time) in Times Square to express support for imprisoned former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan (in office 2018-22). While the event should pass off peacefully, it is likely to be accompanied by a heightened police presence and may disrupt nearby traffic.
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Fairfield city (Ohio state): Avoid area around Commerce Center Drive due to ongoing fire
Avoid the area around Commerce Center Drive in Fairfield city (Ohio state) due to an ongoing fire and follow all associated official directives. The blaze at a meat processing facility involves hazardous materials. As such, the authorities have asked people living nearby to remain indoors, close doors and windows, and switch off air conditioners. It is unclear what caused the fire, and there have been no reports of casualties thus far. Plan necessary travel accounting for ongoing firefighting efforts and allow additional time for journeys.
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