Presidential and Congressional elections will take place on 24 November. You should avoid associating with any activity that could be construed as political, and avoid all demonstrations and rallies. From UK Gov website: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/honduras
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica — Seismologists say a magnitude-6.0 earthquake has struck off the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, but there are no reports of damage or injury. The U.S. Geological Survey says the quake hit at 6:29 a.m. local time and it was centred 50 kilometres west of Sardinal, some 18 kilometres below the […]
The tropical disturbance that grew into a tropical depression Monday in the western Caribbean maintained its status Monday night as it moved across the southern part of the Yucatan Peninsula. The system will unleash torrential rainfall and the potential for flooding and mudslides in the region. Although unlikely, there is a chance the system becomes […]
HONDURAS – Exercise a high degree of caution There is no nationwide advisory in effect for Honduras. However, you should exercise a high degree of caution due to violent crime. Regional Advisory for parts of Valle, Choluteca and Olancho Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to San Francisco de Coray and […]
Regional Advisory for the region beyond Yaviza Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel beyond the town of Yaviza in Darién Province. The area begins at the end of the Pan-American Highway (past Yaviza, about 230 kilometres southeast of Panama City) and ends at the Colombian border. This area includes parts of […]
On November 7, 2012, an earthquake measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale struck near Champerico, causing deaths and damage to infrastructure. According to initial reports, the department of San Marcos is the worst-affected area. Roads and telecommunications systems have been affected. Canadians should monitor local media and follow the advice of local authorities. Canadians requiring […]