Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Havana (30 August 2022) Location: Cuba Event: A surge of dengue fever has been confirmed in Cuba. Dengue is spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito, specifically the Aedes species (Ae. aegypti or Ae. albopictus). Actions to Take: Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents with one of the active ingredients: DEET, Picaridin (known as KBR 3023 and Picaridin outside the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 30 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Cuba, Dengue, Dengue Fever, Health Alert, U.S. Citizens
Hurricane season in Cuba normally runs from June to November. It includes heavy rains, and possible flash floods and landslides. Hurricanes may result in disruption of power, communications, water supplies, and potentially flights to and from Cuba. If you plan to travel to Cuba during hurricane season you should consider the following preparations: Sign up …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 August, 2022 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Hurricane, Hurricane Season, Weather
U.S. Embassy Havana October 6, 2017 Over the past several months, numerous employees at the U.S. Embassy in Havana have been targeted in specific attacks. Affected individuals have exhibited a range of physical symptoms including ear complaints and hearing loss, dizziness, headache, fatigue, cognitive issues, and difficulty sleeping. Attacks have occurred in U.S. diplomatic residences, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 October, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Security & Emergency Messages
The Department of State warns U.S. citizens not to travel to Cuba. Over the past several months, numerous U.S. Embassy Havana employees have been targeted in specific attacks. These employees have suffered significant injuries as a consequence of these attacks. Affected individuals have exhibited a range of physical symptoms including ear complaints and hearing …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: Alert, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
EMERGENCY MESSAGE The area around the U.S. Embassy in Havana suffered flood damage. Do not attempt to come to the Embassy seeking assistance at this time. U.S. citizens in Cuba in need of assistance should contact the Embassy by telephone at (+53) 5280-5791. Individuals worried about U.S. citizens in Cuba should call the State Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 September, 2017 | Topics: Alert, News, Security & Emergency Messages
This message is to inform U.S. citizens residing and traveling in Cuba of the approach of Category 5 Hurricane Irma. Current projections from the National Hurricane Center indicate that Hurricane Irma could begin affecting the eastern provinces of Cuba by Friday morning, September 8 and the remainder of Cuba throughout the weekend of September 9-10. On Tuesday, September …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Visitors should be aware that driving in Cuba carries many risks. Many roads and vehicles are poorly maintained and drivers found responsible for accidents may be barred from leaving the country during investigations. Drivers found responsible for accidents resulting in serious injury or death could be sentenced to prison terms of up to ten years. Cuban …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 August, 2016 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
American citizens who are planning to be in Cuba during hurricane season should consider the potential dangers and inconveniences associated with hurricanes and should devise an emergency plan before a storm’s arrival. Even inland areas far from coastlines can experience destructive winds and flooding. Hurricane damage is typically caused by storm surge, high winds, heavy rain, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 May, 2016 | Topics: Exclude, Security & Emergency Messages
