WARNING - PROTEST to the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica - Wednesday March 5, 2014 - Approximately 5pm

The U.S. Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica, wishes to alert U.S. citizens to the following information.  The Government of Costa Rica has informed the Embassy that a protest will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, March 5, 2014, in front of the U.S. Embassy at approximately 5:00 p.m.  The Organización de Círculo Bolivariano is organizing the protest, but other groups are expected to participate. 
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(I think this is something about Venezuela??)

The protesters will depart from TV Channel 7, across from the National Stadium, and proceed down Pavas Boulevard to the U.S. Embassy. 

The majority of protests in Costa Rica are non-violent in nature.  However, even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence.  You should avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.

We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Costa Rica enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at www.Travel.State.Gov.  STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy or nearest U.S. consulate to contact you in an emergency.  If you don’t have Internet access, enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Regularly monitor the State Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution.  Read the Country Specific Information for Costa Rica.  For additional information, refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” on the State Department’s website.

Contact the U.S. embassy or consulate for up-to-date information on travel restrictions.  You can also call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries.  These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).  Follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and download our free Smart Traveler iPhone App to have travel information at your fingertips.

The U.S. Embassy/Consulate in San Jose is located at Av. O Calle 120, Rohrmoser. If you are a U.S. citizen in need of urgent assistance, the emergency number for the U.S. Embassy is 2519-2000.

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Share this with anyone you know that may be in that area around then.

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