Possible Demonstrations in Kuwait – December 10, 2012
According to media reports, there will be demonstrations on December 10, 2012, in multiple locations, including Taima, Ahmadi, Sulaibiya, al-Hasawi, Sabah Al-Nasser, and Al-Sabahiya. An increased police and security presence is expected.
Spontaneous and planned demonstrations take place in Kuwait from time to time in response to world events or local developments. At times, even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. Please avoid areas where demonstrations occur or are planned and exercise caution if within the vicinity of any large gatherings. Please stay current with media coverage of local events, be aware of your surroundings, and practice personal security awareness at all times.
******I have been getting a lot of these messages lately.******
Are you prepared in the event that something might "POP OFF"? I am sure that my DEAR SWEET Kuwaiti Family downstairs will take us in! BUT in the event that we have to get up and get out... We are ready. Never get too complacent.
Everything is in place.
Here is a short list of things that you need to have:
- Passports
- Shot Records
- Clothes
- Medicine
- Important Documents, phone numbers (Make copies)
- Get Away Credit Card or Moo-La
- Small personal bag (Tooth brush, tooth paste, soap, deorderant, ETC)
If you would like to enroll and get notifications, SEE Information BELOW:
U.S. citizens traveling and residing abroad should enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at the following website: https://step.state.gov. U.S. citizens without internet access may enroll directly at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate at their destination. By enrolling, U.S. citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.
Updated information on travel and security may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, 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). For further information, please consult the Bureau of Consular Affairs Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the Worldwide Caution and Country Specific Information can be found. In addition, the Embassy encourages U.S. citizens to review "A Safe Trip Abroad," which includes valuable security information for those traveling or living in foreign countries. You can also follow the Bureau of Consular Affairs on Twitter and on Facebook.
The U.S. Embassy is located at Al-Masjid Al-Aqsa Street, Block 6, Plot 14, Bayan, Kuwait. If you are a U.S. citizen in need of emergency assistance in Kuwait, you may reach the U.S. Embassy by calling +965-2259-1001 and requesting the duty officer.
