June 11, 2008
Evictions in Guatemala parks

Yaxha was the location of the most recent removals of illegal settlers in Guatemala's protected areas and archaeological sites.

Prensa Libre - Desalojan a invasores del parque natural Yaxhá

Forty other families were removed from the Sierra del Lacandon park on May 23. The largest community, Centro Campesino, is still in a legal battle. Other actions are expected.

Prensa Libre - Se han recuperado 657 hectáreas invadidas en Petén

Prensa Libre - Guatemaltecos se refugian en Tabasco

I just returned from the Porvenir station on the Usumacinta, where a contingent of 15 soldiers is in place to guard against reprisals on park guards and archaeologists.

Posted by Dave at June 11, 2008 09:41 AM