El Salvador declares state of emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Pilar
Congress approves measure to grant government additional powers to respond to storm
Red alert issued as heavy rains and flooding expected
The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador has approved a state of emergency in response to the impending arrival of Tropical Storm Pilar. The measure, which was passed on Sunday, grants the government additional powers to respond to the storm and its aftermath.
The Salvadoran government has issued a red alert, the highest level of warning, as heavy rains and flooding are expected to impact the country. The storm is expected to make landfall on Monday, and the government is urging residents to take precautions and stay informed about the latest weather updates.
The state of emergency will allow the government to suspend certain constitutional rights, including the right to assembly and the right to freedom of movement. The government has also ordered the closure of schools and businesses, and has suspended public transportation.
The government is urging residents to remain calm and to follow the instructions of local authorities. The government has also set up emergency shelters throughout the country for residents who need to evacuate their homes.
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