Location: Honduras, countrywide

Event: The Honduran Presidential Inauguration will take place at the National Stadium on Thursday, January 27^th, 2022.  There will also be state sponsored events through the city.  These events will result in significant road closures around Tegucigalpa starting at 0600 the morning of January 27^th.  This will SEVERLY impede movement in and around Tegucigalpa and vehicles will be denied access to main arteries without the proper credentials. U.S. citizens should expect traffic delays and an increased security presence.  U.S. citizens in Honduras are reminded to maintain awareness of their surroundings as the situation may change quickly.  Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence.  U.S. citizens should avoid demonstrations and crowds as well as take proper precautions against the spread of COVID-19.

Actions to Take:

• Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings.
• Keep a low profile.
• Have travel documents and identification up to date and easily accessible.
• Carry proper identification at all times.
• Monitor local media and U.S. Embassy Facebook and Twitter pages for updates. Be prepared to adjust your plans.
• Notify friends and family of your safety.
• Stock up on food items and necessities.
• Review your personal security plans.
• U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa
  https://hn.usembassy.gov/
  Tel. (504) 2238-5114
  USAHonduras@state.gov
• State Department – Consular Affairs
  888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
• Honduras Country Information
• Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive security updates.
• Follow us on  Facebook and Twitter.

By U.S. Embassy Tegucigalpa | 26 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert