NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade
Heavy snowfall in Bolivia forces cancellation of over 60 flights and road closures
Heavy snowfall in the Bolivian altiplano on Monday led to the cancellation of more than 60 flights at the La Paz airport and the suspension of numerous road trips to western cities. Authorities confirmed the disruptions due to severe weather conditions.
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Travelers in western Bolivia face significant delays and service interruptions due to weather-related closures of air and ground transportation infrastructure.
Key Facts
- More than 60 flights were cancelled at the La Paz airport.
- Road travel to cities in western Bolivia was suspended.
- The disruptions were caused by heavy snowfall in the altiplano region.
- The events occurred on Monday.
Who's Mentioned
otherEl Niño“Meteorological phenomenon cited as a factor in current weather patterns.”other60“Number of flights cancelled.”locationLa Paz“City where airport operations and bus terminal departures were suspended.”organizationServicio Nacional de Meteorología e Hidrología“National weather service that issued the alert.”locationBolivia“Country where the weather event occurred.”locationSalar de Uyuni“Tourist site in Potosí where tourists were recently trapped.”locationEl Alto“Neighboring city experiencing heavy snowfall and rain.”