Impact Level: Notification
Locations Affected: Norte de Santander, Colombia
Tracking Id: RINTP5276293141
Description:
As per reports, several road axes in the Norte de Santander department are expected to witness blockades on Thursday (09 April) due to a nationwide strike.
• The mobilization, reportedly led by transport unions and agricultural producers, is projected to commence around 0615 hours local time (1115 hours UTC).
• Reports indicate that the protest is directed against the scheduled increase in fuel prices, specifically the alza of gasoline and ACPM.
• Reports suggest that key transit points connecting Cúcuta with El Zulia, Tibú, Ocaña, and the Catatumbo region may be prioritised for road closures.
• Authorities have reportedly activated a Unified Command Post (PMU) to monitor the situation and ensure the maintenance of humanitarian corridors for emergency vehicles.
• TransMilenio and other mass transit services in urban centres could also experience intermittent disruptions or route diversions if demonstrations escalate near metropolitan terminals.
Impact:
• Roadblocks on major highways may cause significant delays for logistics and supply chain operations connecting Cúcuta with the interior of the country.
• Personnel mobility is likely to be restricted, particularly for employees travelling via the primary routes between El Zulia and Tibú.
• Access to business districts and government offices in Cúcuta could be impeded by large congregations of demonstrators and spontaneous vehicle parades.
Recommendations:
Travellers are suggested to consult with the Highway Police (via the 767 line) before embarking on travel to verify the status of road closures.
Personnel are advised to avoid large crowds and demonstration sites, as situations involving roadblocks can become dynamic and spontaneous.
Sources:
• https://www.laopinion.co/region/atencion-se-esperan-bloqueos-viales-en-norte-de-santander-por-paro-nacional-contra-el
• https://caracol.com.co/2026/04/07/autoridades-monitorean-posibles-bloqueos-en-vias-de-santander-por-paro-convocado-el-9-de-abril/
