Security Alert: Belgium, Level 2 Advisory to Exercise Increased Caution Due to Terrorism Continues

Security Alert:  Exercise Increased Caution Due to Terrorism

Location:  Countrywide

Event:  U.S. citizens are reminded that the U.S. Department of State continues to assess Belgium with a Level 2 Travel Advisory, which states:  

Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Belgium.  Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting, music, and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas. 

Actions to Take:

• Avoid crowds.
• Keep a low profile.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Monitor local media for updates.
• Refer to our website for the latest Alerts and Messages for U.S. citizens.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy in Belgium, located at 27 Boulevard du Regent/Regentlaan, 1000 Brussels.  Tel. +32-2-811-4000, 08:00 am - 05:00 pm Monday through Friday, except U.S. and Belgian holidays.  After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +32-2-811-4000; USCitizenBrussels@state.gov.
• 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries.
• Belgium Country Information.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages.
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