Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire (21 August 2020)
Location: Cote d’Ivoire
Event: Demonstrations and police activities – some of which could turn violent – are reportedly planned for Saturday, August 22 throughout the city of Abidjan and across the country. U.S. Embassy staff have been instructed to stay home and avoid non-essential travel between the hours of 8:00AM and 2:00PM.
Actions to Take:
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Maintain a low profile.
- Avoid demonstrations.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Review your personal security plans.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Abidjan
BP 730 Abidjan Cidex 03
Republic of Cote d’Ivoire
U.S. Citizens with emergencies: (+225) 2249 4000
Outside of Embassy Hours: (+225) 2249 4450
- AbjAmcit@state.gov
- https://ci.usembassy.gov/
- State Department – Bureau of Consular Affairs: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444
- Cote d’Ivoire Country Information
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