Bolivia Road Blockades: Tourists Stranded, Travel to Copacabana Halted

La Paz-Copacabana Road Blockades Continue, Stranding Travelers La Paz, Bolivia – For the second consecutive day, travelers are stranded as road blockades near La Paz continue to disrupt transportation to Copacabana. The blockades, located in the towns of Chirapaca and Cruce Peñas, have caused the complete suspension of bus services to the popular tourist destination. "We are from France and we were hoping to visit Copacabana," said one frustrated tourist interviewed by Bolivia TV. "There are no buses this morning, and it's very cold. We have two children with us, and we are waiting to see if buses will run later today." Local residents also expressed their concerns. One resident stated, "The situation is critical. It's not just about the inconvenience; it's about the risk to the lives of passengers and drivers. The blockades are causing a shortage of fuel and affecting the availability of basic goods. I would like to have a debate with Hector Arce, the deputy, about how this is destroying the country." Authorities have yet to issue a statement regarding the ongoing blockades. The situation continues to impact both residents and tourists, highlighting the need for a swift resolution to restore normal transportation services.