Security Alert – U.S. Mission Ecuador

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Quito, Ecuador – July 16, 2019

Location:

  • 6 de Diciembre and Granados Ave.
  • Shyris near Quicentro Mall.
  • El Ciclista circle.
  • The road to Cumbaya from Ave. Simón Bolivar.
  • Arbolito Park.
  • 10 de Agosto and Patria near El Ejido Park/ The Social Security Building.
  • Panamericana (north and south bound) roads.
  • Demonstrations are also projected to take place near the Presidential Palace.

Event:

Protests are expected Wednesday, July 17, 2019 in the city of Quito.  As a precautionary measure, avoid the protest areas.

Actions to Take:

  • Exercise caution if transiting through the areas.
  • Consider alternate routes.
  • Monitor local media for updates.

Assistance:

  • U.S. Embassy Quito, Ecuador

+(593)(2) 398-5000
+(593)(2) 398-5000 (after hours)
ACSQuito@state.gov

  • U.S. Consulate General Guayaquil, Ecuador

+(593)(4) 371-7000
+(593)(4) 371-7000 (after hours)
ACSGuayaquil@state.gov

  • State Department – Consular Affairs
    888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444