Health Alert – U.S. Embassy  Tegucigalpa, Honduras

HEALTH ALERT – U.S. Embassy  Tegucigalpa, Honduras (January 17, 2021)

LOCATION: Honduras

EVENT: National Curfew In Effect

The Government of Honduras announced a national curfew from January 17, 2021 to January 24, 2021 from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. During the week, shopping and essential activities will be allowed daily from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. without regard to identification number. Bars, night clubs, and convention centers are prohibited from operation.

Businesses are only allowed to have 50% capacity and should establish a special schedule for elderly, pregnant women, and people with disabilities.

Minors are allowed in commercial establishments as long as they use face masks the entire time and follow all biosecurity measures.

All U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to respect the curfew and minimize trips out of their home. It is mandatory to use face masks, sanitary gel, and social distancing in public.

For additional information on COVID-19 please:

Consult the  CDC  website for the most up-to-date information.
For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce  your  risk of contracting COVID-19 please see the  CDC’s latest recommendations.
Visit the  COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov  for the latest information.
Visit the  Department of Homeland Security’s  website  on the latest travel restrictions to the United States and check with  your  airline regarding any updated information about  your  travel  plans.
Visit the Internal Revenue Service’s website for information on the Economic Impact Payment.
Monitor local news for updates.