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AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

Congo (DRC)

Today through Friday, January 18, all inbound travel to Congo (DRC) should be deferred. In-country staff can conduct movement with caution today and tomorrow, but should minimize non-essential movement from Wednesday, January 9 through Friday, January 18 and remain prepared to stand fast if required. Heightened tensions linked to the December 30 elections persist following the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI)’s announcement that the publication of provisional results will be postponed until next week.

Cote d’Ivoire

Today, travelers in Abidjan should avoid the Abobo Doume and Locodjre areas of the city following clashes between police and protesters who have apparently blocked roads in the vicinity.’

Egypt

Today through Wednesday, January 9, travelers should anticipate disruption caused…

THE AMERICAS

Regional

Travelers transiting the US-Mexico border should continue to reconfirm the status of crossings before setting out due to the possibility for delays and disruption. On Tuesday, January 1, US security forces fired tear gas, pepper spray and smoke-dispersing canisters at dozens of migrants, who in turn threw rocks and attempted to forcibly cross into the United States. The San Ysidro crossing remained open throughout the incident. The US reinforced security on their side of the border beginning in October, including deploying soldiers to support border officials through January 31.

Brazil

Travelers in the Fortaleza metropolitan area, including Caucaia, Maracanau and Pacatuba, should exercise caution amid ongoing violence involving suspected gang members. More than 35 incidents, mostly arson attacks,…

THE AMERICAS

Regional

Travelers transiting the US-Mexico border should continue to reconfirm the status of crossings before setting out due to the possibility for delays and disruption. On Tuesday, January 1, US security forces fired tear gas, pepper spray and smoke-dispersing canisters at dozens of migrants, who in turn threw rocks and attempted to forcibly cross into the United States. The San Ysidro crossing remained open throughout the incident. The US reinforced security on their side of the border beginning in October, including deploying soldiers to support border officials through January 31.

Peru

Today, travelers in urban centers, including Lima, should avoid planned demonstrations to demand the removal of the country’s Attorney General Pedro Chavarry. The National Coordinator of Human Rights…

THE AMERICAS

Panama

On Wednesday, January 2, travelers in Panama City should plan journeys avoiding a demonstration organized by pensioners’ unions. Participants will gather outside the National Assembly in protest of the failure to match pensions to the rising cost of living. The event is likely to be peaceful but may result in local disruption.

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

Congo (DRC)

Today, travelers in Congo (DRC) should anticipate disruption to mobile internet services, as reports indicate that authorities have slowed or completely shut down connections. The development comes amid claims by both main contenders in yesterday’s Presidential Election, Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary of the ruling People’s Party for Reconstruction and Democracy (PPRD) and Martin Fayulu of the Lamuka opposition coalition, that…

THE AMERICAS

United States

Power has largely been restored at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in New York City following an outage across the facility last night. The blackout was caused by an electrical fire at a substation in Astoria. The airport was briefly evacuated, and the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) issued a temporary ground stop, which has since been lifted. The incident caused several flights to be diverted to nearby airports. Flight operations have now resumed with delays. Passengers transiting LaGuardia airport should expect residual disruption and reconfirm schedules before setting out.
Today and tomorrow, travelers in Midwest states, especially Nebraska, the Dakotas, western Kansas and northern parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan, should plan itineraries accounting for disruption caused…

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Brazil

A measles outbreak is ongoing in the states of Amazonas and Roraima. Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that spreads from person-to-person via infected droplets. Outbreaks occur frequently in under-vaccinated populations. Common symptoms include fever, cough, and a characteristic rash. The illness can result in serious complications, particularly when very young children, the elderly or pregnant women are infected. All travelers should ensure they are fully immunized against measles.

Chile

Today and tomorrow, travelers in urban centers, particularly Santiago and southern cities, should avoid further protests over the killing of an indigenous Mapuche man by police. While details of the gatherings are not known, they are likely to occur outside government buildings, in major public squares,…

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Chile

Tomorrow and Friday, December 28, travelers in urban centers, particularly Santiago and southern cities, should avoid further protests over the killing of an indigenous Mapuche man by police. While details of the gatherings are not known, these are likely to occur outside government buildings, in major public squares, and around university campuses. There is a potential for local unrest during such demonstrations, which would pose incidental risks to bystanders.

Venezuela

Travelers in Caracas should plan journeys avoiding demonstrations by nurses. Nurses plan to protest at Hospital Pérez Carreño today, before gathering at Plaza La Moneda in the city center on Friday, December 28. Participants will protest in solidarity with several colleagues that were dismissed in June for demanding…

THE AMERICAS

Regional

Travelers transiting the US-Mexico border should continue to reconfirm the status of crossings before setting out. Delays and disruption are possible following the arrival of a US-bound “migrant caravan” from Central America and enhanced security on the US side of the border. Passage through border crossings in San Diego, CA has been intermittently restricted and was shut down completely for several hours on November 25. Other crossings into the US have experienced longer wait times. Across the border, there is a heightened security presence as US troops assist with security; they are expected to stay in the area through January 31, 2019.

Venezuela

The political and economic crisis affecting Venezuela has adversely affected Venezuela’s heath infrastructure and has…

THE AMERICAS

Regional

Travelers transiting the US-Mexico border should continue to reconfirm the status of crossings before setting out. Delays and disruption are possible following the arrival of a US-bound “migrant caravan” from Central America and enhanced security on the US side of the border. Passage through border crossings in San Diego, CA has been intermittently restricted and was shut down completely for several hours on November 25. Other crossings into the US have experienced longer wait times. Across the border, there is a heightened security presence as US troops assist with security; they are expected to stay in the area through January 31, 2019.

United States

Due to inclement weather, there are traffic management programs in effect for flights arriving…

THE AMERICAS

Regional

Travelers transiting the US-Mexico border should continue to reconfirm the status of crossings before setting out. Delays and disruption are possible following the arrival of a US-bound “migrant caravan” from Central America and enhanced security on the US side of the border. Passage through border crossings in San Diego, CA has been intermittently restricted and was shut down completely for several hours on November 25. Other crossings into the US have experienced longer wait times. Across the border, there is a heightened security presence as US troops assist with security; they are expected to stay in the area through January 31, 2019.

Chile

Travelers should avoid all demonstrations related to an ongoing port workers’ strike due to the…