Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka (March 18, 2020)
Location: Puttalam, Chilaw and Negombo-Kochichikade, Sri Lanka.
Event: The Sri Lankan government has declared local curfews beginning at 4:30 p.m. on March 18, 2020 in Puttalam, Kochchikade, Negombo, and Chilaw. Additional curfews and checkpoints are possible with little notice in the immediate future.
Actions to Take:
- Follow the instructions of local authorities.
- Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
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- U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Assistance:
• U.S. Embassy – Colombo Sri Lanka
210 Galle Road, Colombo 03
- +94 11-249-9500 phone
- +94 77-725-6307 phone (after hours emergencies)
- colomboacs@state.gov
• State Department - Consular Affairs
- 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
• Sri Lanka Country Information
• Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts.
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The Sri Lankan government has declared local curfews beginning at 4:30 p.m. on March 18, 2020 in Puttalam, Kochchikade, Negombo, and Chilaw. Additional curfews and checkpoints are possible with little notice. US Embassy, March 18, 2020@4.p.m.
