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Official Twitter for U.S. Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs. Currently on Duty: Kaitlin & Alyssa

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  1. US citizens in - cell networks are spotty. we urge you to contact concerned family/friends via social media or email if possible.

  2. police action in is ongoing. We urge US citizens to avoid any police activity & follow local authority instructions.

  3. US officials in Brussels request that U.S. government personnel defer non-essential travel to Brussels until Tuesday, March 29, 2016.

  4. airport remains closed for outgoing flights and all flights to Brussels were diverted

  5. Our website updated to reflect current security info for : US cits in Belgium continue monitor local media.

  6. update - anti-terrorism police activity ongoing in Schaerbeek neighborhood. US citizens urged to avoid this area.

  7. In France? You may be requested to present a travel ticket and/or photo identification to enter public areas at airports and train stations

  8. In France? French authorities say expect increased security presence at borders, airports, train stations, & in the public transport system

  9. U.S. citizens in - continue to shelter in place, avoid public transportation, monitor local media.

  10. US Embassy Belgium reminds US citizens that Belgium is at a threat rating of Level 4: “serious & imminent attack.”

  11. US Citizens in US Embassy security message has not changed. Shelter in place, avoid public transportation

  12. It's always a good idea for US citizens to know the US Embassy's number in the country where you'll be traveling. In Belgium it's 028114000

  13. If you're in please check in on social media or call your family/friends if you're safe!

  14. US citizens in , take the appropriate steps to bolster your personal security. Monitor local media

  15. US citizens injured by attacks in should call Belgian crisis center at 1771 or US Embassy at 028114000

  16. If you're in be sure to check in on social media or call family if you're safe.

  17. In Brussels? Cont' to monitor local news for further developments re Zaventem Airport & Maelbeek metro bombings

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