Guatemala travel advice

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The features in this map do not constitute an authoritative source of geographical information. This map is solely intended to assist Canadians by illustrating the risk levels contained in the Travel Advice and Advisories for this destination. The features in this map do not necessarily represent the views of the Canadian government on international boundaries, nomenclature or political status. The text under the Risk levels section takes precedence over this map.

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Guatemala travel advice

Disclaimer

The features in this map do not constitute an authoritative source of geographical information. This map is solely intended to assist Canadians by illustrating the risk levels contained in the Travel Advice and Advisories for this destination. The features in this map do not necessarily represent the views of the Canadian government on international boundaries, nomenclature or political status. The text under the Risk levels section takes precedence over this map.

Safety and security

Border areas

Border areas often see higher levels of criminal activity and violence. Crime rates are high near all border crossings in Guatemala but are worse near unofficial ones.

Drug-related armed attacks occur in all departments close to borders. The southwestern department of San Marcos at the Guatemala-Mexico border and the area near the border with Belize are especially affected.

There is a heightened security presence at the official Guatemala-Mexico border crossings due to increased migration flows. Military and police forces conduct random vehicle searches along all borders. Wait times can be long.

Many border crossings close for lunch and at dusk.

If you cross a land border:

• cross only at official borders crossings
• account for possible delays
• avoid travelling after dark
• always remain vigilant

Crime

Violent crime

Violent crime occurs frequently throughout Guatemala. Incidents include:

• murders
• armed robberies
• kidnappings
• assaults, including sexual and physical assaults
• carjackings

While most crimes are drug- and gang-related, travellers have been attacked, sometimes at tourist sites. Criminals perceive foreigners as wealthy, making them targets of violent crime.

Some criminals also pose as police officers. They may tell you they are drug enforcement officers and then take you to a side road where they steal everything from you. Victims who have resisted have been injured or killed.

Due to a lack of resources within the police force, arrest and detention rates are quite low. There have been incidents involving police officers who commit petty crimes, while other officers have been linked to human trafficking and drugs.

During your stay:

• always be aware of your surroundings
• avoid walking in isolated areas after dark
• travel in groups
• avoid using your cell phone in public

Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching, occurs frequently, especially:

• in urban areas
• at markets
• at national parks
• around volcanoes
• close to airports

Petty crime tends to increase before, during and after celebrations.

Criminals are increasingly using distraction tactics and operating in groups, often on motorcycles. A common method involves two individuals on a motorcycle approaching pedestrians or drivers stopped in traffic to demand cash and valuables. These individuals may be armed with pistols or knives. If victims resist, there is a serious risk of injury, including being shot or stabbed.

During your trip:

• keep your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, in a secure place
• keep a digital copy of your identification and travel documents
• do not show signs of affluence or wear expensive jewellery, especially upon arrival at the airport, where travellers have been followed and robbed or carjacked en route to Guatemala City and Antigua
• do not carry large sums of cash or valuables unnecessarily
• do not resist an attack
• stay in accommodations with adequate security measures

Express kidnappings

Express kidnappings occur occasionally.  

Criminals kidnap the victim from the street or a taxi and force the person to withdraw funds from an ATM. The victim is sometimes held overnight so that a second withdrawal can be made the next day.

These kidnappings occur throughout the country and are often committed by organized criminals. They are sometimes committed by taxi drivers.

• Only use reputable taxi companies or ride-sharing applications
• Avoid hailing taxis on the street
• If you're threatened by armed criminals, stay calm and do not resist
• Do not accept rides from new acquaintances or strangers

2SLGBTQI+ persons

Acts of violence have been committed against 2SLGBTQI+ persons.

Avoid public displays of affection.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Fraud

Credit and debit card as well as ATM fraud occurs.

When using your debit or credit card:

• pay careful attention when others are handling your cards
• use ATMs located inside a bank or business
• avoid using card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
• cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
• check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements
• do not withdraw large sums of cash

Overseas fraud

Demonstrations

Demonstrations occur frequently.

Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.

If you participate in demonstrations as a foreigner, you may face detention, deportation and the denial of future entry into Guatemala.

• Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
• Follow the instructions of local authorities
• Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Vigilante justice

Vigilante justice has increased in rural areas, resulting in lynchings of suspected child abductors, extortionists and other criminals.

Photography

Many people in Guatemala fear that children are being kidnapped for illegal adoption or sexual abuse. Photographing children and women, especially in areas with Indigenous presence, may result in exacerbating this fear. There have been violent incidents involving foreigners taking photos.

Avoid approaching or photographing children and women, especially in Indigenous communities.

Women’s safety

Women travelling alone may be subject to some forms of harassment or verbal abuse.

Sexual assaults have also occurred, including on buses. Some tourist service providers, including individuals posing as tour guides, build trusting relationships with female tourists and then sexually assault them.

• Avoid travelling alone, with informal guides or with strangers, even if they appear friendly and helpful
• Use only reputable tour guides or buses
• Ensure the tour guide has a name tag with the name of the tour company

Advice for women travellers

Spiked food, drinks and other items

Drink spiking is a problem in tourist areas, especially in Antigua. Never leave your food or drinks unattended or in the care of strangers. Be wary of accepting snacks, beverages, gum or cigarettes from new acquaintances as these items may contain drugs that could put you at risk of sexual assault and robbery.

Adventure travel

Outdoor activities, such as hiking, climbing volcanoes, zip-lining, diving and whitewater rafting, can be dangerous.

Tour operators may not meet Canadian safety standards.

Some volcanoes are at high altitude, with sub-zero temperatures at night. Warm and waterproof attire is essential. Local tour companies might underestimate the risk of hypothermia.

There is no mountain rescue service in Guatemala.

If you intend to participate in adventure travel activities:

• stay on marked trails and consider hiring an experienced guide from a reputable company
• buy travel insurance that covers these types of recreational activities
• ensure that you have proper equipment and bring sufficient water
• stay informed about weather and other conditions that may pose a hazard
• ensure that your physical condition is good enough to tackle the challenges of your activity
• be aware of the symptoms of altitude sickness, dehydration, and heatstroke, which can be fatal
• avoid challenging rivers, such as the Cahabón, Los Esclavos, Nahualate and Naranjo rivers, if you don’t have previous rafting experience

Adventure travel health and safety

Water activities

Coastal waters can be dangerous. Riptides are common.

Beaches are generally unsupervised, and most don’t have warning flags to alert swimmers of unsafe conditions.

• Respect the areas reserved for swimming
• Consult residents and tour operators for information on possible hazards, the presence of dangerous species and safe swimming areas
• Avoid beaches and coastal areas if the weather forecast is poor
• Follow the instructions of local authorities

Roads

Road conditions

Road conditions vary throughout the country. While most roads in urban areas are in fair condition, travel on secondary and rural roads can be hazardous due to:

• insufficient lighting
• lack of traffic signs
• unmarked speed bumps
• poorly maintained vehicles
• pedestrians and animals on the road
• narrow, winding and mountainous roads
• heavy traffic, especially on the Pan-American Highway (CA-1)
• the road from Guatemala City to the Atlantic Ocean (CA-9)
• poorly maintained roads

Driving conditions may be hazardous during the rainy season due to flooding, mudslides and rockslides, which can also affect main highways in mountainous regions.

Road safety and driving habits

Drivers don’t always respect traffic laws. They can be aggressive and reckless. Drinking and driving is common.

Police presence is scarce on:

• the isolated dirt roads near Lake Atitlan
• the road from Godínez to Panajachel

Seek advice from a registered travel agency if you plan off-road travel in the remote highlands of Petén to ensure you’re prepared and properly equipped.

Roadblocks

Roadblocks erected because of roadwork are common, particularly in the following northern and western departments:

• Alta Verapaz
• Escuintla
• Huehuetenango
• Petén
• Quiché
• San Marcos

These roadblocks may cause substantial delays.

Illegal roadblocks are also frequent, including on the main roads leading to Guatemala City’s La Aurora International Airport.

If you choose to drive in Guatemala:

• always drive defensively
• avoid travelling after dark
• always keep doors and windows closed and locked
• be prepared to change your travel plans in case of roadblocks
• do not go through a roadblock without stopping, even if it appears unattended

PROVIAL, the government roadside assistance agency, patrols most of the major highways and provides updates on roads conditions.

PROVIAL – Directorate General of Road Safety and Protection (Spanish only)

Public transportation

Buses

Avoid using local public buses, known as “chicken buses.”. Most of the time, they are recycled school buses that are mechanically unreliable and unsafe. They are often overcrowded. Unlicensed drivers often drive at excessive speeds. They are frequently involved in major road accidents, and incidents of armed robbery occur regularly on board. Buses are targeted by gangs, who may hurl grenades or fire shots as a way of ensuring compliance with their demands or to settle accounts. Criminals have attacked drivers, fare collectors and passengers.

Public bus lines such as Transmetro and Transurbano in Guatemala City are safer, but passengers have been attacked at stations. If you travel by bus:

• travel only during daylight hours
• make sure the transportation provider is reputable and reliable before booking
• confirm your drop-off location, because Guatemala City Council no longer allows some intercity buses to enter the city centre

Taxis

Hotel-associated taxis and yellow cabs (taxis amarillos), which operate in Guatemala City, are considered safe. White taxis are operated independently and are considered dangerous. Their drivers have been involved in cases of extortion, petty theft and other crimes.

• Avoid boarding taxis at taxi stands or flagging taxis in the street
• Ask for your taxi at the front desk if you’re using hotel services
• Arrange your pickup with your hotel before arrival when travelling by air or use authorized cabs at the airport
• Note the driver's name on their identification card and licence number
• Never share a taxi with stranger
• Negotiate the fare in advance
• Have small bills available for payment

Ride-sharing services

Several ride-sharing services are available.

Ride-sharing service drivers are sometimes targets of taxi drivers who oppose these services. As a result, some may ask you to sit in the front seat to hide the fact that they are providing a ride-share service.

If you use a ride-sharing application:

• confirm the driver’s identity and licence plate before getting in the car
• use the security features in the application

Tuk-tuks / rickshaw taxis / moto taxis

Avoid riding in these two- or three-wheeled motorcycles with passenger cabins, which are unsafe. While they operate with taxi licences, they are not regulated and are frequently involved in accidents.

Boating

Illegal drug traders may operate vessels in Guatemalan waters. Boaters in the Rio Dulce area of Izabal have been victims of violent armed attacks.

If you are planning to go boating:

• avoid boating at night
• enter Guatemala only through official ports of entry staffed by Guatemalan immigration officers
• moor your boat only at a designated area

Air travel

We don't make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Entry and exit requirements

The authorities of a country or territory decide who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Guatemalan authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.

Passport

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you're travelling with.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Guatemala.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

You should also be aware that current systems used by some countries and travel companies may not recognize the “X” gender identifier. You may still be asked to provide your sex/gender information as either male or female when travelling.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

• Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
• Foreign Representatives in Canada
• Canadian passports and other travel documents

Visas

Tourist visa: not required for stays of up to 90 days
Business visa: not required for stays of up to 90 days
Student visa: required

You may request an extension equal to the number of days you were initially authorized to stay at the Guatemalan Migration Institute. If you wish to conduct business or stay in Guatemala for a period exceeding 6 months, you require a visa.

Guatemalan Migration Institute – Government of Guatemala (Spanish only)

Entry stamp

When entering Guatemala, you must obtain an entry stamp in your passport.

If you fail to present your entry stamp when departing Guatemala, you may be fined and experience delays.

If you enter Guatemala with a vehicle, you must comply with the deadline for leaving the country, which is indicated on the temporary importation form provided by Guatemalan customs at the port of entry. If you fail to leave Guatemala with your vehicle by the expiry date, you will be subject to a fine for the extra days.

Electronic declaration form

You must complete an electronic declaration form before arriving in Guatemala and before leaving. You will then receive a QR code. Keep a printed or electronic copy of your QR code to present to authorities upon your arrival or departure.

Electronic declaration form – Government of Guatemala

Central America-4 Border Control Agreement (CA-4)

Under the terms of the Central America-4 Border Control Agreement (CA-4), Canadian tourists may travel freely within any of the following CA-4 countries:

• El Salvador
• Guatemala
• Honduras
• Nicaragua

You can travel between these countries for up to 90 days without having to undergo entry and exit formalities at border immigration checkpoints. However, 90 days are not automatically granted. The immigration officer at your first entry point into the CA-4 region will determine the exact length of your authorized stay.

You must still check in at immigration counters when you enter or exit these checkpoints.

Make sure you receive an entry or exit stamp in your passport each time you cross a checkpoint to avoid fines and problems with immigration authorities.

You may request an extension equal to the number of days you were initially authorized to stay. However, you must request this extension and pay the required fee at the Guatemalan Migration Institute before your first authorized stay expires. Immigration authorities will determine the exact length of the extension.

You are authorized to stay in Guatemala for a maximum of 180 days. However, if you receive an extension in another CA-4 country that leads to a total authorized stay of less than 180 days, you cannot request another extension in Guatemala. Likewise, if you receive an extension in another CA-4 country that leads to a total authorized stay of more than 180 days, Guatemala will only recognize the first 180 days.

Once your total authorized stay expires, you must either:

• change your migratory status
• leave the CA-4 region
• travel to El Salvador, where you may be granted a stay of up to 180 days

If you fail to do so, you will be fined and given 5 days to leave.

Once you leave the CA-4 region, you may attempt to return and restart the process, as long as 72 hours have passed since your exit. However, the immigration officer could deny your re-entry.

If you get a new Canadian passport in Guatemala, you must obtain a new entry stamp from immigration authorities before exiting the country and travelling within the CA-4 region.

Each CA-4 country interprets and enforces the agreement differently. Ensure you carefully read the Travel Advice and Advisories for each destination you plan on visiting before travelling.

Guatemalan Migration Institute (Spanish only)

Children and travel

Children travelling with only one parent or with a third party must travel with a notarized letter of consent from the other parent, both parents or their guardian.

Useful links

• Immigration exit requirements – Government of Guatemala (Spanish only)
• Recommended consent letter for children travelling abroad
• Children and travel

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Health

Routine vaccines

Make sure your routine vaccinations are up-to-date before you travel, no matter where you’re going.

These may include vaccines for measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), polio, varicella (chickenpox), meningococcal disease, seasonal flu, and others.

Provincial and Territorial Immunization Information

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

When travelling in this destination, you might be at risk for diseases that can be prevented with vaccines or medications. Talk to a travel health care provider about which ones are right for you based on your travel plans.

The highlights below will also tell you if your destination may require that vaccine for entering or exiting.

Safe food and water precautions

Eating or drinking unsafe food or water, or swimming in contaminated water can make you sick while travelling. Take precautions by following these tips:

• Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it (only eat food that is prepared safely)
• Avoid, if possible, getting water in your eyes, mouth, or nose when swimming in freshwater (like streams, lakes, or canals), especially after heavy rain or flooding - the water might look clean but can still be contaminated 
• Don’t swallow water when bathing, showering, swimming in pools, or using hot tubs 

Eat and drink safely abroad

Tick and insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by bites from infected ticks and insects like mosquitoes, fleas, or flies. Before you travel, find out what types of ticks or insects are in the area, when they’re most active, and what diseases they can spread.

To protect yourself from bites:

• use an approved bug spray (insect repellent) on exposed skin
• wear light-coloured, loose clothing made of tightly woven materials like nylon or polyester
• wear socks and closed-toe shoes
• sleep under mosquito netting if you’re outdoors or staying in places that aren’t fully enclosed
• do a full body tick check on yourself, your children, your gear, and any pets you’re travelling with when you return from outdoor activities

Insect bite and pest prevention
Personal insect repellents

Animal precautions

Some infections can spread directly from animals to people, like rabies or bird flu (avian influenza). Others don’t spread directly from animals but can infect people who visit areas animals have contaminated with their droppings or body fluids.

Certain activities can increase your chances of coming into contact with animals, their droppings, or their body fluids, like:

• travelling in rural or forested areas
• camping, hiking, or visiting caves
• visiting places where live animals are sold or killed for food, like wet markets

To reduce your risk of getting sick:

• avoid contact with animals like stray dogs, livestock (such as pigs and cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats.
• stay away from places where animal waste can build up, such as caves
• avoid eating undercooked meat

Make sure to closely watch children; they are more likely to try to touch animals.

Person-to-person infections

When travelling, you can reduce your risk of getting or spreading respiratory infections, like the flu or COVID-19, by:

• staying at your accommodation and limiting contact with others if you’re sick
• wearing a well-fitting mask, especially: 
  
  • if you’re sick and need to be around others 
  • when you’re at large indoor events or in crowded settings, like sporting events, concerts, and airports
• cleaning your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or using hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol
• covering your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow, not your hands

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)
Clean your hands to help reduce the spread of infectious diseases
Respiratory infectious diseases: How to reduce the spread with personal protective measures

To lower your risk of getting sexually transmissible infections (STIs), HIV, and mpox, you can:

• get vaccinated against mpox if you’re eligible
• practise safer sex methods
  • use barrier protection during sexual activity, like condoms and dental dams.

Mpox vaccines
Sexual health and travel
HIV and AIDS: Travel health advice

Medical services and facilities

Good health care is available in private hospitals and clinics in urban areas. Quality of care varies greatly throughout public or rural facilities.

Public facilities are often understaffed and experience shortages of basic supplies and medication.

Physicians and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for medical care, though most private hospitals also accept credit cards.

Medical evacuation can be very expensive and you may need it in case of serious illness or injury.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Health and safety outside Canada

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a travel health kit, especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

Laws and culture

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.

Drugs

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect lengthy prison sentences.

• Pack your own luggage and monitor it closely at all times
• Never transport other people’s packages, bags or suitcases

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in Guatemala.

If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Guatemala, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements.

Dual citizens

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Guatemala.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Guatemala by an abducting parent:

• act as quickly as you can
• consult a lawyer in Canada and in Guatemala to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
• report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.

Useful links

• International Child Abductions: A guide for affected parents
• Children and travel
• Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
• Request emergency assistance

2SLGBTQI+ persons

Guatemalan law doesn’t criminalize sexual acts or relationships between individuals of the same sex.

However, 2SLGBTQI+ persons could be discriminated against based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or sex characteristics.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Investments

If you plan on buying property or making other investments in Guatemala, seek legal advice in Canada and in Guatemala. Do so before making commitments. Related disputes could take time and be costly to resolve.

Dress and behaviour

Guatemala has many different and firmly held local beliefs and customs.

To avoid offending local sensitivities:

• dress conservatively
• behave discreetly
• respect religious and social traditions

Imports and exports

Customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning the import or export of items such as antiquities and artefacts.

Photography

It is illegal to photograph:

• government buildings
• military installations and establishments
• the Presidential Palace
• airports

Don’t photograph children and women, especially in areas with Indigenous presence.

Driving

You can drive in Guatemala with your valid Canadian driver’s licence. You should carry an International Driving Permit.

If you are involved in a driving accident that results in injury or death, you may be taken into custody until responsibility for the accident is determined.

International Driving Permit

Money

The currency of Guatemala is the Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ).

You cannot exchange Canadian dollars in Guatemala. Some ATMs will accept Canadian debit cards with a four-digit PIN. Canadian debit cards with a five-digit PIN are not accepted.

U.S. dollars may be exchanged for local currency at most major banks.

Natural disasters and climate

Climate change

Climate change is affecting Guatemala. Extreme and unusual weather events are becoming more frequent and may affect your travel plans. Monitor local news to stay informed on the current situation. 

Forest fires

Forest fires occur between November and June. They can happen throughout the country, but the Petén area is usually the most affected.

Heavy smoke may deteriorate the air quality in areas near active fires.

In case of a major fire:

• stay away from the affected areas, particularly if you suffer from respiratory ailments
• monitor local media for the latest information
• follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders

Hurricane season

Hurricanes usually occur from mid-May to the end of November. During this period, even small tropical storms can quickly develop into major hurricanes.

These severe storms can put you at risk and hamper the provision of essential services. You could face serious safety risks during a hurricane.

If you decide to travel to a coastal area during the hurricane season despite the risks:

• be prepared to change your travel plans on short notice, including cutting short or cancelling your trip
• stay informed of the latest regional weather forecasts
• carry emergency contact information for your airline or tour operator
• follow the advice and instructions of local authorities

Useful links

• Severe storms outside Canada
• Large-scale emergencies outside Canada
• Active storm tracking and hurricane watches and warnings – U.S. National Hurricane Center

Rainy season

The rainy season extends from mid-May to mid-November. Flash floods and landslides are common.

Seasonal flooding can hamper overland travel and reduce the provision of essential services. Roads may become impassable due to mudslides and landslides. Bridges, buildings and infrastructure may be damaged.

• Monitor local media for the latest information, including on road conditions
• Stay away from flooded areas
• Monitor weather reports
• Follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders

Weather bulletins – National Institute of Volcanology and Meteorology (Spanish only)

Seismic activity

Earthquakes and tsunamis

Guatemala is located in an active seismic zone. Earthquakes and tsunamis can occur.

A tsunami can occur within minutes of a nearby earthquake. However, the risk of tsunami can remain for several hours following the first tremor. If you’re staying on the coast, familiarize yourself with the region’s evacuation plans in the event of a tsunami warning.

Volcanoes

There are four active volcanoes in Guatemala.

Eruptions may occur at any time. Series of tremors sometimes lead to evacuations of surrounding areas. Falling ash may disrupt flights at La Aurora International Airport.

In the event of an earthquake or volcanic eruption:

• monitor local media to stay informed of the evolving situation
• follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders 

Useful links

• CONRED – National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (Spanish only)
• Tsunami warning system – U.S. National Weather Service
• Latest earthquakes – U.S. Geological Survey