****************************Travel Alerts******************************* D = Disaster W = Warning C = Caution I = Info GLOBAL EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, NORTH AFRICA, SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA - Homeland Security directs TSA to implement enhanced security measures at certain overseas airports with direct flights to the United States. Security officers may ask the traveler to power up their electronic devises, including cell phones, during the security examination. Mobile phones made by Apple and Samsung will undergo extra checks.Powerless devices will not be permitted onboard the aircraft. Travelers can expect delays during security checks and should allow extra time, for additional screening. EARTHQUAKES - Indonesia, Mexico/Guatemala Border, Taiwan TROPICAL STORMS, HURRICANES & CYCLONES - Super Typhoon Neoguri - Japan (Okinawa), Taiwan (Eluanbi), Afghanistan Country Risk Level - Extreme C 7 Jul Herat Province - 3 army soldiers wounded following an explosion at Pul-e-Karwan locality near the citys airport in Herat. Several gunshots followed the blast as 2 other suicide bombers flee the scene after army personnel open gun fire. C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that there have been a number of demonstrations in Kabul and other cities recently related to the ongoing election process. It is possible there will be more demonstrations in the coming weeks. Argentina Country Risk Level - Medium C 8 Jul Countrywide - The Bankers Association calls for a nation-wide strike to paralyze private and public banks for 24 hours on July 8. Bulgaria Country Risk Level - Medium C 7 Jul Sofia - Two protests against the visit of Russias Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will be held today in Sofia. Canada Country Risk Level - Low C 7 Jul Nova Scotia - 39,000 people without power in areas of Nova Scotia, after post Tropical Storm Arthur passed the province. France Country Risk Level - Low C 7 Jul France/UK - Hundreds of passengers evacuated from broken-down Eurotunnel train French-bound service, after a power problem. Eurostar cancelled also four services today and warned of major delays. Guatemala Country Risk Level - Medium W 7 Jul Guatemala/Mexico Border - 7.1 earthquake shakes southern-Mexico. Power failures in the western part of Guatemala. W 7 Jul San Marcos - Earthquake Update - 30 homes damaged. Reports of landslides and collapsed utility poles causing power outages. C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that a strong earthquake struck Guatemala, principally affecting the Departments of San Marcos, Quetzaltenango, Huehuetenango, Totonicapan and El Quiché. Aftershocks have also been felt. Travel disruption is likely in the most affected areas. Please monitor the situation and follow the advice of local authorities. Hungary Country Risk Level - Low C 7 Jul Tiszafured - Hungarian authorities have identified an infection of the deadly disease anthrax in beef, with five people being monitored for symptoms. India Country Risk Level - High C 9 Jul Rajasthan State - Protests planned by the opposition Indian National Congress party on July 9th in the Rajasthan state at all district administration headquarters denouncing increase in food, rail fares and fuel prices. Rail transport disruptions also possible. Indonesia Country Risk Level - High C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised the fee for a visa on arrival has increased to $US35. Also, there has been an increase in reports of violent crime in Bali. Be aware of your surroundings and conscious of the potential risks of crime. C 7 Jul 5.0 earthquake. 126km WNW of Tual. C 7 Jul - 8 Jul 5.0 Earthquake 181km WNW of Saumlaki Israel The West Bank Country Risk Level - High C 7 Jul - 8 Jul Gaza - Israeli war jets destroyed the homes of two Palestinian militants early on Tuesday in the southern towns of Rafah and Khan Younsi. C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that over 70 rockets were fired into southern Israel from Gaza. Exercise caution if travelling in the vicinity of Gaza, and to check and follow local security advice. C 7 Jul Israel & Gaza Strip - Palestinian militants continue to fire rockets from the Gaza Strip into southern Israel. C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that violent protests have broken out in a number of Arab towns in Israel (including Qalansawe, Taybeh, Tira, Baqa al-Garbiyye in the Triangle, Ar’ara in Wadi Ara, and Nazareth) following recent events. Exercise caution around protests and follow guidance from the local authorities. Italy Country Risk Level - Low C 12 Jul - 13 Jul Countrywide - Italian rail workers from Trenord, FSI Group and NTV, plan a 24 hour strike, beginning 9 pm on July 12 until 9 pm July 13. The strike is expected to cause rail disruption. W 7 Jul Countrywide - Air traffic controller workers from Technosky to strike from 1 pm to 3 pm today. Italian law requires a minimum level of transportation services to be maintained during a strike, flight disruption may occur. Japan Country Risk Level - High C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that Typhoon Neoguri is forecast to bring hazardous sea and weather conditions to southern parts of Japan today. C 7 Jul U.S. SECURITY MESSAGE - The U.S. Embassy alerts U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Japan that the Japan Meteorological Agency and the Kadena Weather Authority at Kadena Air Base are tracking Typhoon Neoguri in the Western Pacific. Kenya Country Risk Level - High C 7 Jul Nairobi - Police have fired tear gas in central Nairobi to disperse a crowd of a few hundred anti-government demonstrators in the streets, as others gathered peacefully for a mass rally called by the opposition at a nearby park. C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that in June and July 2014, attacks in Lamu and Tana River counties on the Kenyan coast have killed at least 85 people. Al-Shabaab has claimed responsibility for the attacks. Kuwait Country Risk Level - High C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that recent protests have taken place in Kuwait City and the Sabah Al-Nasser area. Avoid large crowds and demonstrations. Macedonia Country Risk Level - Medium C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that protests are announced to take place daily during the afternoon throughout July, in the centre of Skopje and other towns in Macedonia (mainly in the north-west. Avoid any demonstrations or large gatherings. Mexico Country Risk Level - High W 7 Jul Mexico/Guatemala Border - 7.1 earthquake. 8km NE of Puerto Madero, off Mexicos southern coast near the border with Guatemala. In Mexico City, buildings and light posts swayed and local s media reported the quake was felt strongly in the Mexican states of Chiapas and Tabasco. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Papua Guinea Country Risk Level - Medium C 7 Jul AUSTRALIA DFAT TRAVEL ADVICE: - Australians advised to reconsider their need to travel to Tabubil in Western Province following local landslides which disrupted transportation and other services. Serbia Country Risk Level - Medium C 7 Jul - 11 Jul Obrenovac & Belgrade - Residents of Belgrades Obrenovac municipality, one of the hardest-hit areas in Serbia during the May floods, have announced protests this week. People plan to gather every day in front of the Obrenovac municipal administration building, and then move their protest to in front of the government building in Belgrade. Somalia Country Risk Level - Extreme C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that you can get a visa on arrival. If you arrive at Mogadishu International Airport, you can get a single entry visa, valid for one month, for US$50 in cash. C 7 Jul Countrywide - The UN Food and Agriculture Organization warns of worsening food security situation in Somalia in the next several months as the drought looms. South Sudan Country Risk Level - Extreme C 7 Jul Juba - Curfew in place from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Anyone found to be in violation of the curfew times will be shot by police. Spain Country Risk Level - Low C 7 Jul - 14 Jul Pamplona - Spanish festival of San Fermin begins. Protesters took to the streets daubed in fake blood and carrying signs against the bull fights. Taiwan Country Risk Level - Low C 7 Jul - 8 Jul 5.0 Eathquake 105km SE of Hualian Turkey Country Risk Level - High W 7 Jul - 8 Jul Countrywide - In guidance for foreign passport-holders entering Turkey, passports must be valid for at least 60 days from the date of expiry of a traveller’s visa, visa exemption period or residency permit to be able to enter the country before December 31st 2014. Ukraine Country Risk Level - Extreme C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: Kyiv - UK citizens advised that shots were fired on Independence Square Kyiv today. C 7 Jul Donetsk - Three bridges have been destroyed on roads leading into the city of Donetsk ahead of an expected offensive from government forces. United Kingdom Country Risk Level - Medium C 10 Jul London - Strike by staff at Transport for London are to stage a 24-hour strike on July 10, over pay and pensions, to coincide with a nationwide walkout by over a million public sector workers. C 7 Jul - 8 Jul London - Heathrow & Manchester Airports - Heathrow Airport has told passengers to ensure all electronic devices carried as hand baggage are charged before travel if they are flying to the US. British Airways has said that its customers face being made to rebook if they are found in possession of an uncharged device. C 7 Jul London - London City Airport and London Luton Airport are facing disruption today as the Tour de France coming to London leads to significant road closures in East London. C 7 Jul UK/France - Hundreds of passengers heading to France were stuck deep in the Channel Tunnel today after the Eurostar train broke down around eight miles from the UK coast. United States Country Risk Level - Medium C 7 Jul - 8 Jul Direct flights from Europe, Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa - Homeland Security directs TSA to implement enhanced security measures at certain overseas airports with direct flights to the United States. Security officers may ask the traveler to power up their electronic devises, including cell phones, during the security examination. Mobile phones made by Apple and Samsung will undergo extra checks.Powerless devices will not be permitted onboard the aircraft. Travelers can expect delays during security checks and should allow extra time, for additional screening. I 7 Jul Los Angeles, CA - Indefinite strike by truckers in a long-running dispute with three companies at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The strike could have broader impacts on trade through the twin ports, the main gateway for goods going to and from Asia. Yemen Republic Country Risk Level - Extreme C 7 Jul UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: - UK citizens advised that on June 26, AQAP attacked Sayun Airport, including bombing its air traffic control tower. Government of Yemen forces have control of the airport, but it remains closed until further notice.
Posted on: Tue, 08 Jul 2014 05:53:14 +0000
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