Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Security Alert: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the  Congo.
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From the U.S. Embassy  in Kinshasa
Location: North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) January  23, 2025
Event:  Armed conflict is  escalating near Sake, North Kivu. Due to the security situation  in the region, the U.S. Embassy is limited in  its ability to  provide consular assistance, and travel  by U.S. Embassy personnel to North Kivu is  restricted.
The Embassy advises U.S. citizens in North Kivu to review  their personal security plans  if they must leave their homes  without notice. Make sure  you and your family's travel documents are in  order and  that essential items are packed in bags that you can easily  carry.
If you  require urgent assistance, please contact the Consular Section at the phone numbers  below. Action to Take:
Review your personal  emergency plans and  make sure your family has enough food and water  if you  must stay home for  a few days. Pack essential items (clothing,  medication, travel documents) in a bag you can  carry. Have a personal emergency action plan that does not rely on U.S. government  assistance. Take advantage of commercial transportation  options if you  need to  leave the  area. Avoid crowds and  demonstrations. Be aware of your  surroundings. Monitor local media for  updates. Stay sober.
Support:
U.S. Embassy  in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 310 Avenue des Aviateurs, Kinshasa/Gombe, +243 81-556-0151/0152 or +243-972-616-193 (after hours and  weekends) - weekends). The Embassy maintains a list of local  emergency resources on our  website. Contact us at:  ACSKinshasa@state.gov
https://cd.usembassy.gov/
Department of State - Consular Affairs +1 888-407-4747 or +1  202-501-4444Country Information Democratic Republic of  the Congo
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