INFORMATION FOR TRAVELERS

Warden Messages

The U.S. Embassy in Beirut continues to assess security conditions in the wake of the tragic events of February 14. In light of the unsettled conditions, the Embassy will continue to restrict the personal travel of its American staff.

We remain deeply concerned about the continued threat of terrorist attacks against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. Terrorists do not distinguish between official and civilian targets. U.S. citizens are encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness.

U.S. citizens in Lebanon are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy in Beirut, where they may also obtain updated information on travel and security in Lebanon. The U.S. Embassy is located in Awkar, near Antelias, Beirut, Lebanon. American citizens who require emergency services may contact the Embassy by telephone at any time. The U.S. Embassy's telephone numbers are (961-4) 542-600, 543-600, and fax 544-209. In addition, U.S. citizens should consult the Department of State's Travel Warning for Lebanon, the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, Middle East and North Africa Public Announcement and other information, available on the Consular Affairs Internet website at http://travel.state.gov. Up-to-date information on security conditions can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 in the U.S. and for callers outside the U.S. and Canada a regular toll line at 1-317-472-2328.

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