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Aguas Blancas Halts Boat Crossing as Bermejo River Rises

Officials describe the stoppage as a preventive measure that will remain until navigation conditions improve.

Overview

  • The chalanas service at the Aguas Blancas port is suspended after unsafe river levels were reported on the Bermejo.
  • Authorities on the Bolivian side raised a red flag at the Bermejo port, signaling a total halt to river crossings.
  • The International Bridge is the only authorized crossing and is operating around the clock.
  • Roads linking Bermejo–Tarija and Argentina’s National Route 50 are passable with caution under reinforced checks by Gendarmería, Federal Police and Road Police.
  • Local outlets note increased cross-border travel tied to the Bolivian peso’s devaluation, and forecasters expect continued storms that could prolong the shutdown.