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It is no coincidence that this message is sent at a time of extremely high tensions with N. Korea which, just this past Monday, launched a Hwasong-12 intermediate range ballistic missile (IRBM) that flew over Japan before crashing in the Pacific. This was the same type of missile used earlier in the month to threaten Guam. N. Korea is also promising more of the same.
In fact, the U.S. State Department website clearly states the following:
"The assistance we provide depends upon the nature of the crisis. Regularly scheduled commercial flights or transportation are always the best option when local communications and transportation infrastructure are intact and operating normally, even if we have advised all U.S. citizens to leave. Our efforts are devoted to keeping the local U.S. citizen community informed of developments and travel options."
"Expectations of rescue by helicopters, the U.S. military, and USGOV-provided transportation with armed escorts reflect a Hollywood script more than reality. It is almost impossible for the U.S. government to provide in-country transportation service to individuals or specific groups during a foreign crisis. You should therefore heed State Department travel and safety information for the country you are traveling to or residing in, monitor local conditions, and have a plan of action in case of emergency."
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