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
- Ecuador Country Information
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