Security Alert: Exercise Increased Caution Due to Terrorism
Location: Countrywide
Event: U.S. citizens are reminded that the U.S. Department of State continues to assess Belgium with a Level 2 Travel Advisory, which states:
Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Belgium. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting, music, and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid crowds.
- Keep a low profile.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Refer to our website for the latest Alerts and Messages for U.S. citizens.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy in Belgium, located at 27 Boulevard du Regent/Regentlaan, 1000 Brussels. Tel. +32-2-811-4000, 08:00 am – 05:00 pm Monday through Friday, except U.S. and Belgian holidays. After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is +32-2-811-4000; USCitizenBrussels@state.gov.
- 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries.
- Belgium Country Information.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages.
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