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SUMMARY:
- US - Western wildfires
- Mexico - Tropical Storm Bud
- Niger - Heighten Security Precautions
- Rwanda - Outbreak of Rift Valley Fever
- Nicaragua - National work stoppage
Securely Travel Brief – 14 June 2018
Today’s brief is culled from global travel warnings and alerts.
United States - Western Wildfires
The western United States is battling more than two dozen wildfires as the season for such roars in. In Colorado, lightning strikes have started multiple fires, adding to the already huge “416” fire which has burned well over 20,000 acres and forced the evacuation of thousands. We urge readers to have an evacuation plan in place, to safeguard valuables in event of need to evacuate at a moments notice. Read: What’s in your emergency plan. Remember, “One doesn’t plan emergencies, but one can plan on how to react to an emergency.” ~ Christopher Burgess
More than two dozen wildfires burning in the West, forcing over 3,000 residents to evacuate. @clayton_sandell reports. https://t.co/OTzJCNii2B pic.twitter.com/0Gyyfhci5f
— World News Tonight (@ABCWorldNews) June 13, 2018
Mexico - Tropical Storm Bud
Tropical Storm Bud (formerly Hurricane Bud) will make landfall today along the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula. Affected communities include Cabo San Lucas, the 25 kms of luxury resorts along the highway between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose Del Cabo. Heavy rains will also affect towns along the eastern coast of the peninsula, up to La Paz. Air and sea travel may be affected.
Niger - Heightened Security Posture
The US Department of State warns constituents to be especially alert during Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, as ongoing and persistent threats from extremists groups exist.
#Niger Security Alert: During Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, security measures remain heightened due to ongoing and persistent threats posed by extremist groups. Expect additional police/military checkpoints and increased security throughout the country. Be aware of your surroundings. pic.twitter.com/NXciuYhPmQ
— Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) June 13, 2018
Rwanda - Outbreak of Rift Valley Fever
The US Department of State is reporting an outbreak of bovine borne, Rift Valley Fever in the East Province of Ngoma, Kirehe, and Kyonza. Rift Valley Fever can infect humans. CDC information on the disease is available: Rift Valley Fever - CDC
#Rwanda Health Alert: Outbreak of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) in cattle confirmed in 3 districts of East Province: Ngoma, Kirehe, and Kyonza. RVF can infect humans. While most human cases are mild, some patients may develop a more severe form of the disease: https://t.co/VEo2uKrDOd pic.twitter.com/xQLJDTI7Hs
— Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) June 13, 2018
Nicaragua - National work stoppage
The US Embassy Managua reports that their operations will be interrupted and the mission closed on 14 June due to the civil unrest associated with the national work stoppage.
#Nicaragua Security Alert: Civil unrest continues to impact U.S. Embassy operations. @USEmbNicaragua will be closed to the public on June 14 due to anticipated transport disruptions throughout the country associated with the planned national work stoppage. https://t.co/oMvUweVMCP pic.twitter.com/odiezts7AD
— Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) June 13, 2018
