Security Alert: Kyiv (Ukraine), Significant Air Attack May Occur Over the Next Several Days, May 9

Event: The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has received information concerning a potentially significant air attack that may occur at any time over the next several days.  The Embassy, as always, recommends U.S. citizens be prepared to immediately shelter in the event an air alert is announced.

Actions to Take:

• Identify shelter locations in advance of any air alert. 
• Download a reliable air alert app to your mobile phone, such as Air Raid Siren or Alarm Map.
• Immediately take shelter if an air alert is announced.  
• Monitor local media for updates. 
• Keep reserves of water, food, and medication. 
• Follow the directions of Ukrainian officials and first responders in the event of an emergency. 
• Review what the Department of State Can and Cannot Do in a Crisis.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Kyiv
  +380 44 521 50 00 
  kyivacs@state.gov 
  https://ua.usembassy.gov/ 
• State Department – Consular Affairs
  +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 
• Ukraine Country Information 
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts.
• Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.