Security & Emergency Messages Archives | U.S. Embassy in Austria

Message for U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution

This latest update to the Department of State’s Worldwide Caution provides U.S. citizens with general information regarding terrorist activities, political violence and criminal activity that transpire abroad, as well as specific recommendations on how to prepare for possible contingencies, receive information on breaking security events and ensure that travelers can be contacted in an emergency. ...

By U.S. Embassy Austria | 16 January, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Vienna (December 3rd, 2018)

Location: Austria, countrywide Event: During the holiday season security measures in Austria remain heightened due to ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology throughout Europe. Extremists continue to focus on tourist locations, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, and other soft targets frequented by Westerners. Actions ...

By U.S. Embassy Austria | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Personal Security Reminder

The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Vienna reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. Review ...

By U.S. Embassy Austria | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages

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