Current Travel Alerts and Notifications

The following is are the current, up-to-date travel-related alert links from the CDC, TSA, WHO, and U.S. Department of State.

Current U.S. Department of State Travel Alerts

Bahrain Travel Alert January 23, 2012
Tunisia Travel Alert January 13, 2012
Philippines Travel Alert December 22, 2011
South Pacific Cyclone Season December 12, 2011
Senegal Travel Alert December 12, 2011
Egypt Travel Alert November 7, 2011
Japan Travel Alert October 7, 2011

Current U.S. Department of State Travel Warnings

Pakistan Travel Warning February 2, 2012
Iraq Travel Warning January 19, 2012
Nigeria Travel Warning January 12, 2012
Congo, Democratic Republic of the January 12, 2012
Sudan Travel Warning January 11, 2012
Syria Travel Warning January 11, 2012
Philippines Travel Warning January 5, 2012
The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of terrorist activity in the Philippines. While most of the recent incidents of terror have occurred on the island of Mindanao and in the Sulu Archipelago, U.S. citizens are reminded that terrorist attacks could be indiscriminate and could occur in any area of the country, including Manila. Public gathering places may be targeted, including (but not limited to) airports, shopping malls, conference centers and other public venues. This Travel Warning replaces the Travel Warning dated June 14, 2011, and reflects continuing threats due to terrorist and insurgent activities.U.S. citizens should exercise extreme caution if traveling to Mindanao or the Sulu Archipelago. Regional terrorist groups have carried out bombings resulting in injuries and death. Sporadic clashes have occurred between criminal groups and the Philippine Armed Forces throughout Mindanao, particularly in rural areas. U.S. government employees must receive authorization from the Embassy to travel to Mindanao or the Sulu Archipelago.Kidnap-for-ransom gangs continue to be active throughout the Philippines and have targeted foreigners, including U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens should exercise caution when traveling in the vicinity of demonstrations, since they can turn confrontational and possibly escalate to violence.A state of emergency is in effect for the Maguindanao and Sultan Kudarat provinces, as well as for Cotabato City in Mindanao. Travelers should expect heightened police activity and a significant military presence in these areas as well as restrictions that Philippine government officials may impose on travel in those areas.The Department of State remains concerned about the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. The Worldwide Caution reminds U.S. citizens that terrorism can occur anywhere.We encourage all U.S. citizens in the Philippines to enroll with the Department of State's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program or at the U.S. Embassy in Manila. By enrolling, you can receive the Embassy's most recent security and safety updates during your trip. Enrolling also ensures that we can reach you, or your designated emergency points of contact, during an emergency. The U.S. Embassy is located at: 1201 Roxas Boulevard, Manila, Philippines, tel. 63-2-301-2000. The American Citizens Services (ACS) section's fax number is 63-2-301-2017, and you may reach the ACS Section by email at ACSinfoManila@state.gov. The ACS Section's website includes consular information and the most recent messages to the U.S. citizen community in the Philippines.U.S. citizens should also review the Department of State's Country Specific Information for the Philippines and stay up to date by bookmarking the Bureau of Consular Affairs website, which contains the current Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts as well as the Worldwide Caution. Follow us on Twitter and become a fan of the Bureau of Consular Affairs page on Facebook as well. You can also download our free Smart Traveler iPhone App to have travel information at your fingertips. If you don't have internet access, current information on safety and security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States, or for callers from other countries, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
Central African Republic Travel Warning January 4, 2012
Republic of South Sudan Travel Warning December 22, 2011
Cote D'Ivoire Travel Warning December 16, 2011

Current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Travel Warnings

Current World Health Organization (WHO) Travel Warnings

Yellow fever in Cameroon February 3, 2012
In December 2011, the Ministry of Health of Cameroon notified WHO of a yellow fever outbreak in the North Region of the country.
Yellow fever in Ghana February 3, 2012
On 20 December 2011, the Ministry of Health of Ghana notified WHO of a yellow fever (YF) outbreak occurring in 3 districts; Builsa and Kassena-Nankana-West in the Upper East Region and Kitampo-South in the Brong Ahafo Region located in the mid-western part of the country.
Avian influenza - situation in China - update January 24, 2012
The Ministry of Health of China has notified WHO of a human case of avian influenza A (H5N1) virus infection.‬‪
Avian influenza – situation in Viet Nam January 20, 2012
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has announced a confirmed case of human infection with avian influenza A (H5N1) virus.
Avian influenza – situation in Indonesia - update January 19, 2012
The Ministry of Health of Indonesia has announced one new confirmed case of human infection with avian influenza A(H5N1) virus.

Thousands of South Sudan people suffer from kala azar epidemic as cases rise October 28, 2011
Juba, 28 October 2011, (WHO South Sudan) – Kala azar epidemic continues to threaten thousands of lives of people in the new Republic of South Sudan as cases continue to rise.
WHO scales up humanitarian support in Sindh October 7, 2011
7 October 2011 ¦ KARACHI -- “In view of the current flood crisis, World Health Organization (WHO) will be scaling up its humanitarian response in all the affected areas in Sindh to address the health issues faced by the population displaced by the floods. WHO is already working side by side with the Sindh provincial and district health authorities and health implementing partners to comprehensively address health problems, but more funds are urgently needed in order to save precious human lives.” This was stated by Dr. Guido Sabatinelli, the WHO Representative in Pakistan, while speaking to the provincial Secretary Health and other senior officers of the Health Department during his visit to Sindh that concluded yesterday.
Pakistan Floods Donor Alert September 29, 2011
The recent heavy flooding caused by the monsoon in Pakistan, most devastating in Sindh, has af-fected the lives of over five million people. Flood waters continue to drain, leaving behind massive damage and large areas of standing water in Sindh.
New psychological first aid guide to strengthen humanitarian relief August 16, 2011
16 August 2011 -- Humanitarian emergencies - like earthquakes, extreme drought, or war - not only affect people’s physical health but also their psychological and social health and well-being. A new guide makes sure that best practices are consistently applied in humanitarian settings to improve the mental health of disaster affected populations.
Drought and food crisis in the Horn of Africa July 8, 2011
8 July 2011 -- The Horn of Africa is facing what has been described as the worst drought in over half a century. Around ten million people in Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia and Uganda are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance. In Somalia, where the drought is compounded by the escalating conflict, tens of thousands of people have fled to the neighbouring countries of Ethiopia and Kenya, where many of them are living in overcrowded camps without adequate health care, clean water or proper sanitation. Malnutrition rates are soaring, and the low vaccination coverage of children is leading to concerns over possible communicable disease outbreaks.