AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMeasles Update: Guatemala reported 26 measles deaths and 27,145 confirmed cases as of July 5, keeping the epidemiological alert active while pushing vaccination as the main containment tool, with 1.5 million doses already given by June 29. Climate & Food Security: El Niño threatens extreme drought, with Insivumeh warning an 88% chance of impact across 18 departments and rainfall deficits that could hit the Dry Corridor’s corn and bean crops. Flood Response: Heavy rains in Alta Verapaz forced evacuations, with water entering homes in multiple municipalities and emergency teams still deployed as forecasts call for more rain. Volcano Monitoring: A VAAC advisory flagged minor volcanic ash activity near Santa María, with forecasts indicating no further ash expected beyond the next several hours. Immigration Shock in the U.S.: DHS acknowledged a Houston ICE shooting victim, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was not the intended target, intensifying calls for accountability after conflicting accounts. Regional Travel Policy: Germany published its 2026 visa-free list of 62 countries, including Guatemala, for short stays up to 90 days.
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