[Michigan, September 27, 2024]
Alert– U.S. Embassy Beirut, Lebanon
By U.S. Embassy Beirut-September 24, 2024
The U.S. Embassy notes most airlines have suspended or cancelled flights, and many flights have sold out; however, limited commercial transportation options to leave Lebanon still remain available. Please see available flight options https://www.beirutairport.gov.lb/_flight.php .
We urge those who wish to depart Lebanon to book any ticket available to them, even if that flight does not depart immediately or does not follow their first-choice route. U.S. citizens who lack funds to return to the United States may contact the embassy for financial assistance to purchase tickets via repatriation loans.
We recommend that U.S. citizens who choose not to depart Lebanon prepare contingency plans for emergency situations and be prepared to shelter in place for an extended period of time. U.S. citizens in Lebanon needing emergency assistance should call the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Overseas Citizen Services 24/7 at +001-606-641-0131.
U.S. military-assisted evacuations of civilians from a foreign country are rare. U.S. Citizens should not rely on the U.S. government for assisted departure or evacuation in a crisis. In the case of an evacuation, you may not be able to leave with your extended family, cannot take pets, and will be expected to reimburse the U.S. government for your transportation to a safe location. You will be responsible for the costs of onward travel from that safe location to the United States.
Actions To Take:
Make plans to depart that do not rely on the U.S. government.
Ensure you and your family have your travel documents (passport) in order and are prepared to travel.
Review your personal security plans.
Keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency.
Exercise caution, monitor the news closely for breaking developments that could affect internal security, and factor updated information into your travel plans and activities.
If you are in Lebanon, be prepared to shelter in place should the situation deteriorate.
Have a contingency plan for emergencies and review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Assistance: U.S. Embassy in Beirut – Lebanon Awkar –Facing the Municipality Main Street Beirut, Lebanon 961-4-543 600 BeirutACS@state.gov State Department – Consular Affairs 1-833-890-9595 (toll free) and 606-641-0131 (local)
US Embassy Direct Advisory Link: https://lb.usembassy.gov/alert-u-s-embassy-beirut-lebanon-september-24-2024/
DETROIT News:
NEWSLINK: https://www.metrotimes.com/news/southeast-michigan-residents-are-trapped-in-lebanon-3752479
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AHRC “Spirit of Humanity” Awards and Dinner Gala Friday, October18, 2024:
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