All articles tagged with #travel warning
Originally Published 11 days ago — by MassLive.com
The US has issued its highest-level 'Do Not Travel' warning for Russia due to security risks, ongoing conflict, and limited US government assistance, advising Americans to leave immediately and warning of dangers such as wrongful detention, terrorism, and treatment of dual citizens.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Yahoo
The US State Department has issued a Level 4 'do not travel' warning for Russia, urging Americans to leave immediately due to risks of detention, limited assistance, ongoing military conflict, and restrictions on dual citizens, with travel and financial services severely limited.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by Yahoo
The US has issued a travel warning for tourists in Japan due to a rise in bear encounters causing injuries and fatalities, linked to habitat loss and food shortages, with authorities taking measures to mitigate risks. The increase in human-wildlife conflicts is part of a broader global trend driven by habitat destruction and climate change, prompting preventative actions and environmental awareness.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Times of India
US health officials issued a Level 2 travel warning for China's Guangdong province due to a chikungunya outbreak, urging travelers to take enhanced precautions against mosquito bites, as containment measures are being implemented in Foshan city amid rising cases.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by yahoo.com
The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel warning for China due to a surge in chikungunya cases, a mosquito-borne illness causing joint pain and fever, with over 8,000 cases mainly in Guangdong. The outbreak highlights the impact of climate change on spreading vector-borne diseases, and prevention focuses on bite protection and mosquito control measures. The situation underscores the need for rapid outbreak responses and global efforts to reduce heat-trapping pollution to prevent further spread.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Syracuse.com
The U.S. CDC has issued a travel warning for five countries—Finland, Germany, Spain, the UK, and Kenya—due to circulating polio, advising travelers to practice enhanced precautions and ensure up-to-date vaccinations to prevent infection.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Washington Post
China reports over 8,000 cases of chikungunya, a mosquito-borne illness causing joint pain, prompting CDC travel warnings and precautions for travelers to affected regions including Bolivia, Kenya, and Sri Lanka.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Washington Post
The U.S. State Department has issued a worldwide travel warning for Americans due to increased risks and disruptions following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites amid the Israel-Iran conflict, advising increased caution and awareness of potential demonstrations and air travel delays in the Middle East.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Travel + Leisure
The U.S. issued a rare global travel warning urging increased caution for Americans abroad due to regional disruptions, potential demonstrations, and cyber threats, emphasizing the importance of reviewing country-specific advisories and staying vigilant while traveling.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Cleveland.com
The CDC has updated its travel advisory due to rising measles cases worldwide, urging all international travelers to be fully vaccinated against measles before traveling to prevent the spread of this highly contagious disease.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by MLive.com
The US State Department has issued Level 2 travel advisories for Italy and Belgium due to ongoing terrorism threats, urging travelers to stay alert, especially in tourist areas, and to enroll in the STEP program for safety updates.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports
The National Weather Service has extended the lake-effect snow warning in Buffalo until 7:00 p.m. ET Monday, with an additional two to four feet of snow expected. This could impact the Sunday night NFL game between the Buffalo Bills and the San Francisco 49ers, scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET. The severe weather conditions may lead to travel difficulties and could prompt a delay or rescheduling of the game, similar to a 2010 blizzard that postponed a game to Tuesday.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
Southern California is experiencing gusty winds prompting travel warnings in the Antelope Valley, with a significant warm-up expected midweek. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory and an excessive heat watch, with temperatures in some desert areas potentially reaching 106 degrees. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and check vehicles for children and pets.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Five Americans, including a Florida grandmother and a father of two, are facing potential 12-year mandatory prison sentences in Turks and Caicos after ammunition was found in their luggage. They claim they were unaware of the ammunition and are pleading for leniency, with growing pressure from U.S. governors and a congressional delegation. The possession of firearms or ammunition is illegal in Turks and Caicos, and a recent court order requires a mandatory prison sentence, even for tourists, in addition to paying a fine.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
Germany has urged its citizens to leave Iran due to the risk of a sudden escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel, as well as the potential for Germans to be arbitrarily arrested and given long prison sentences in the country. The German Foreign Office specifically highlighted the risk for dual citizens with Iranian and German nationality.