Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (June 23, 2019)

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (June 23, 2019)

Location: Metro Port au Prince area

Events:  There is still ongoing protest activity within the Metro Port au Prince area. The demonstrators are currently in the Delmas 32 area burning barricades and smashing windows.

Also, burning tires in the area of Sans Fil , and ongoing demonstration at Carrefour de l’Aéroport.

Actions to take:

  • Avoid the area;
  • Avoid demonstrations and any large gatheringsof people;
  • Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks;and
  • If you encounter a roadblock, turn aroundand get to a safe area.

Assistance:

  • U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Tabarre 41, Route de Tabarre

Emergencies: +509-2229-8000

Non-emergency inquiries: acspap@state.gov

Website: https://ht.usembassy.gov/

  • Contact the State Department’s Bureau ofConsular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 toll-free from the United States and Canada

1-202-501-4444from other countries