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High Security Set for Inauguration

News on January 20, 2010 by Administrator| Comments Off

Extreme security measures will be in place on the day that the presidential inauguration takes place.

In and around the National Stadium, more than 5,000 uniformed members of the Armed Forces and National Police will stand guard. Additionally, there will be 200 undercover police and military inside.

Each gate will have patrols, police vehicles and military trucks to be used in case of an emergency. A few meters from the entrances to the National Stadium, a third ring of security ensures a presence in strategic locations. Security will be active at the entrances to the city. These posts will be manned by 200 police officers, and an equal number of military officers.

Snipers are to be stationed at strategic points, and bomb squads will make a thorough search of the stadium and at all locations that special events are planned for the inauguration. Security cameras have been installed as well.

Rigorous standards will be in place in order to enter the National Stadium. Outside the sports facility, and at each of the 12 entries, combined platoons will make a thorough search of all persons entering the stands. In addition to the banning of guns and knives, any objects, sharp or otherwise, that may endanger individuals will not be allowed. Flags may be brought in, but only without sticks, pipes or other objects that could be used as a weapon.

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USA Cancels More Visas

News on January 20, 2010 by Administrator| 1 Comment

Five current government officials have had their visas to travel to the United States canceled.

Luis Ortez, Secretary of Youth; Myrna Castro, Minister of Culture, Gabriela Nunez, Head of Finance, Javier Valladares, Presidential Administrator, and Soptravi Minister, Rosario Bonano all had their visas revoked.

The government officials received the official documents from the U.S. Consulate.

“I received it with a bit of surprise because I thought I had no visa,” said Ortez, who was notified of the cancellation of his visa on January 15th.

Ortez read the note which stated that the U.S. was “encouraged by the honest participation and good faith during the San Jose talks, which led to the Guaymuras dialogue, and resulted in the signing of the Tegucigalpa/San Jose Agreement; however, the State Department now regrets that the ‘de facto’ government does not want to get involved in the reconciliation process, and thereby take concrete steps for Honduras to return to the international community. ”

The note asked for their passports so they could proceed to stamp the visas canceled.

“I received it peacefully. If I am responsible for having accompanied President Micheletti in the defense of democracy, peace and freedom in this country, and it cost a visa, I will gladly not visit the country to the north,” said Ortez.

He said he had traveled to America to spend money, so now he can take the opportunity to do more domestic tourism, or visit other nations.

Castro confirmed the cancellation of his visa. “If it is to comply with the Constitution, I am honored that they cancel the visa,” he said.

It is surprising, he added, that after the general election, they are applying this kind of pressure. “There is a direct interference in our democracy and sovereignty. It hurts me they continue with these pressures” he said.

The officials are unusual targets, considering they have been the leading government officials with the overwhelming tasks to rescue the public finances, promote culture, and support our youth.

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Green Alert Extended – Airports Okay

News on December 22, 2009 by Administrator| Comments Off

The rainy conditions for over 30 consecutive hours have affected Honduras and forced the Permanent Contingency Commission (COPECO) to extend the green alert for 24 more hours. The extension of the alert began at 5:00 pm yesterday, and affects the Departments of Atlantida, Cortes, Colon, the Bay Islands, Gracias a Dios, and North Yoro.

The northern area of Honduras is one that has been most affected by the presence of rain and a mass of clouds that the entire country is experiencing in this fourth cold front of the season. The low temperatures, after the cessation of the rains, will continue through the Christmas season.

“It is important to emphasize that rain will continue in the mountain areas for today, besides the seasonal cold,” said Dimas Alonso, of Copeco.

The waves in the Caribbean Sea will continue to range from 6 to 9 feet, while in the Pacific they are expected to reach 3 to 6 feet. Small vessels should avoid activities during the day because the winds will reach well over 40 kilometers per hour.

Copeco commissioner, Julio Cesar Cruz, said that unfortunately, the rains in Tegucigalpa not be significant to mitigate the drought problem afflicting the city.

Civil Aviation Authorities and the Permanent Contingency Commission (COPECO) reported today, that although there is the alert, it is expected that flights will not suffer any setbacks at any of the airports.

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