Central America on alert as Tropical Storm Cristina approaches

DAVID ROSE Observer business writerJournalist at Jamaica Observer

June 9, 2026

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Central America on alert as Tropical Storm Cristina approaches

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SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AFP)—Four Central American countries hunkered down Tuesday as Tropical Storm Cristina approached with potential for heavy rain and storm surges.

El Salvador’s education ministry closed schools and universities on Tuesday and Wednesday due to the risk of landslides, flooding, and other hazards.

Fishermen in La Libertad, 35 kilometers (20 miles) south of the capital San Salvador, were ordered to remain in port, which was lashed by strong waves.

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