Bolivia: Advisory on the Expansion of Smoke Damage from Forest Fires (Part 2)

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  • As of September 10, the air quality in Santa Cruz, Beni, and Pando departments continues to reach serious levels detrimental to health, while in La Paz department, it has reached levels harmful to health.
  • On September 10, various airports, including Santa Cruz’s Viru Viru International Airport, are experiencing temporary closures of departing flights due to poor visibility.
  • The Bolivian government has expanded virtual classes to include La Paz and Chuquisaca departments, in addition to Santa Cruz, Beni, and Pando departments, making a total of five departments. Santa Cruz has decided to extend virtual classes until September 13 (Friday).
  • Please continue to stay informed and take health precautions, particularly in areas with severe air pollution. Keep doors and windows closed indoors, avoid non-essential outings, and wear masks if you must go outside.
  1. As of September 10, the impact of smoke damage from forest fires remains severe in Santa Cruz, Beni, and Pando departments, with air quality reaching levels seriously detrimental to health. La Paz department is also experiencing levels harmful to health. Additionally, the closures of various airports are significantly affecting daily life.
  2. On the morning of September 10, Santa Cruz’s Viru Viru International Airport and Cobija Airport temporarily suspended arrivals and departures due to poor visibility. This situation may recur, so travelers are advised to check with airport authorities and airlines.
  3. On September 9, the Bolivian government (Ministry of Education) expanded virtual classes to include La Paz and Chuquisaca departments, making a total of five departments along with Santa Cruz, Beni, and Pando. Santa Cruz has extended virtual classes until September 13 (Friday).
  4. Given the rapidly changing situation of air pollution and related measures, please stay updated with information and take health precautions, particularly in severely affected areas. Keep doors and windows closed indoors, avoid unnecessary outings, and wear masks if you must go outside.

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