Event: The U.S. Embassy in Tunis reminds U.S. citizens to maintain a high level of vigilance and practice good situational awareness, especially if there are political demonstrations.
U.S. citizens in Tunisia are encouraged to review the Department of State travel advisory for Tunisia, which recommends that U.S. citizens around the world avoid demonstrations and crowds, monitor local media for breaking events, and be prepared to adjust travel plans.
While we are not aware of specific, credible threats against U.S. citizens in Tunisia at this time, travelers to and in Tunisia are urged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and to make it easier to locate them in an emergency.
Actions to take:
- Exercise vigilance in areas where protests occur
- Monitor local media for updates
- Be aware of your surroundings
· Keep a low profile
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists/Westerners
· Review your personal security plans
· Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
· Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter
