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06 February 1998

TEXT: U.S. ISSUES TRAVEL ALERT FOR U.S. CITIZENS IN KUWAIT

(Americans advised to maintain readiness in case of emergency) (430)
Washington -- The Department of State on February 5 released a warden
message from the American Embassy in Kuwait advising American citizens
in Kuwait to "maintain readiness in case of an emergency."
"We are monitoring the situation with Iraq closely. Although we see no
direct threat to the safety of American citizens in Kuwait at this
time, we believe it would be prudent now for all citizens to heed the
standing preparedness advice for American citizens living abroad," the
announcement stated.
Following is the text of the Travel Warden:
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Office of the Spokesman
KUWAIT
February 5, 1998
On February 5, 1998, the American Embassy in Kuwait was authorized to
issue the following warden message:
"We are monitoring the situation with Iraq closely. Although we see no
direct threat to the safety of American citizens in Kuwait at this
time, we believe it would be prudent now for all citizens to heed the
standing preparedness advice for American citizens living abroad.
Specifically, you should:
-- assemble all vital documents such as passports, birth and marriage
records, vaccination, insurance and bank records in one readily
accessible location;
-- check to be sure that your passport and any necessary visas are
valid and that you are registered at the Embassy with your current
address and phone number. If you need to obtain a new passport or to
update your registration, please do so at the Embassy as soon as
possible, any working day from 8:30 to 11:30 am or 1:00 to 3:00 pm;
-- make or update as necessary a complete inventory of your household
effects, in duplicate;
-- maintain an adequate supply of food and water in your home. Make
sure your car is in good working order. Keep the gas tank full and
check oil, coolant, tires and battery.
We do not want American citizens in Kuwait to become unduly alarmed.
These are precautionary measures only. We are not advising Americans
to leave. However, given the potential seriousness of the current
situation we believe it is important for all citizens to maintain
readiness in case of an emergency. We will promptly inform you of any
significant developments and advise you accordingly."
For further information on travel to Kuwait, please consult the latest
Consular Information Sheet for Kuwait or contact the U.S. Embassy in
Kuwait. This Public Announcement expires May 6, 1998.
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