US Embassy Kenya issues security alert warning of enduring terror threat

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Subject: US Embassy Kenya issues security alert warning of enduring terror threat

SMS Alert Text:

US Embassy Kenya issues security alert warning locations frequented by foreigners in country continue to be attractive targets for terrorists. Vigilance urged.

Supplemental Info:

Subscribers are reminded the nation of Kenya has been the site of numerous terror attacks over the years, including the 2019 DusitD2 Hotel complex attack in the upscale Westlands area of Nairobi which left 22 civilians and five terrorists dead. One American died in the incident.

Security Alert for U.S. Citizens

February 9, 2023

Location: High traffic areas frequented by foreigners and tourists in Nairobi and elsewhere in Kenya

Event: Locations frequented by U.S. citizens and other foreigners and tourists in Nairobi and elsewhere in Kenya continue to be attractive targets to terrorists planning to conduct potentially imminent attacks. Terrorist groups could attack with little or no warning, targeting hotels, embassies, restaurants, malls and markets, schools, police stations, places of worship, and other places frequented by foreigners and tourists. The government of Kenya has increased counterterrorism patrols.

Actions to Take:

Exercise vigilance at locations frequented by tourists/foreigners.
Review your personal security plans.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Monitor local media for updates.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Nairobi, Kenya

United Nations Avenue, Gigiri

+254 (0) 20 363 6451

U.S. Citizen Services – U.S. Embassy in Kenya (usembassy.gov)

State Department – Consular Affairs

+1-888-407-4747 for calls from the United States or Canada

+1-202-501-4444 for calls from overseas (Kenya)

Kenya Country Information

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts

View the Original:

https://ke.usembassy.gov/security-alert-for-u-s-citizens-february-9-2023/

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From the U.S. & Canada - 1-888-407-4747

From Overseas - +1 202-501-4444

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