Securely Travel Brief - 17 April 2018

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Travel Brief – April 17, 2018

Today’s travel brief is culled from the travel warnings and travel alerts found via news media, government and social networks.

Nigeria - Kaduna government conducting state wide viral disease prevention searches

The state government of Kaduna is conducting house-to-house searches to protect and prevent residents against the outbreak of infectious diseases. The Nigerian daily, the Nation, tells us that Commissioner for health in Kaduna, Dr. Paul Dogo, declared, “We have made preparedness for outbreak of infectious diseases such as measles, cholera, meningitis, Lassa fever and other viral hemorrhagic diseases.”

Source: The Nation 16 April 2018

Armenia - Protests continue in Yerevan

#Armenia Protests in Yerevan continue. Many roads in the centre of Yerevan are now blocked; one metro station is closed and public transport is severely disrupted. You should avoid demonstrations, monitor local media & follow advice of local authorities. https://t.co/1NWeH94zpF pic.twitter.com/9UmKgY6Cce

— FCO travel advice (@FCOtravel) April 16, 2018

Source: UK FCO 16 April 2018

Thailand - Dengue Fever reported in Phuket, Samutsakorn and Pangnga

Through Apr. 9, 2018, Thailand health officials have reported 6,565 total dengue cases from 75 of the 76 provinces. Included in this number is nine dengue related fatalities. Aedes albopictus/FotoshopTofs Aedes albopictus/FotoshopTofs The 6,565 total cases can be broken down by dengue fever cases (3,878), dengue hemorrhagic fever (2,610 cases and 2 deaths) and dengue shock syndrome (77 cases and 7 deaths). To date, Phuket has been hit the hardest with total morbidity, followed by Samutsakorn and Pangnga. Dengue is a viral infection transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito.

Source: Outbreak News Today - 15 April 2018

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United States - Hawaii - Flash floods on Kauai

Local media is reporting severe flooding on the Island of Kauai and more moderate flooding on the Island of Oahu in the United States’ state of Hawaii. Residents are asked to conserve water on Kauai. Travelers to Kauai will encountered reduced services. The State and US Coast Guard personnel are working to reach stranded persons.

Flash Flood Warning continues for Lihu’e HI, Kalaheo HI, Hanama’ulu HI until 7:45 PM HST pic.twitter.com/Y9egoecruO

— NWSHonolulu (@NWSHonolulu) April 16, 2018

Kauai #hitraffic update: This is new video of Hanalei Bridge. The water level has reached 14.6 feet. Kuhio Hwy remains closed in the both directions. Avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/DlbY9ABWnS

— Hawaii DOT (@DOTHawaii) April 16, 2018

Colombia - Increased threat of kidnapping and violence

The Canadian government has issued a warning for the Ecuador/Colombia border area.

Regional advisory - Avoid all travel Avoid all travel to the following areas due to the risk of kidnapping and violent crime posed by the presence of illegal armed groups and other criminal organizations: the area within 20 km of the border with Venezuela; the area within 20 km of the border with Panama; and, the ports of Buenaventura and Tumaco.

Source: Government of Canada

Brazil - Travlers should avoid Favela Tours

Favelas (aka shanty towns): We recommend that you avoid these areas in all cities, including ‘favela tours’ marketed to tourists and any accommodation, restaurants or bars advertised as being within a favela

Source: UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Haiti - Increased of armed robberies at Toussaint Louverture International Airport

#Haiti Security Message: Rising number of armed robberies against U.S. citizens after departing the Toussaint Louverture Intl Airport in #PortauPrince. U.S. citizens should arrange to have host or organization meet at airport upon arrival, or pre-arrange airport-hotel transfers. pic.twitter.com/h03cJ6fQQ2

— Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) April 16, 2018

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