Ecuador: Emergency Decree Extended in Quito

By Larry Habegger | Permalink | No Comments | October 20th, 2010 | Trackback

The U.S. Embassy in Quito reported that the Ecuadorian government’s “state of exception” imposed on Sept. 30 following police protests has been extended to 60 days in Quito but lifted throughout the rest of the country. The emergency decree gives the military law enforcement authority in Quito. The Embassy’s announcement noted that Quito is listed as “critical” for crime, the highest level a post can be rated, and encourages tourists to be cautious, remain aware of their surroundings at all times and to avoid unnecessary travel, especially at night.

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