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IMPACT – MEDIUM
Flooding and mudslides have devastated entire communities in Freetown and other cities in Sierra Leone, leaving roads blocked and government services disrupted. The United States and United Kingdom have advised caution when traveling to or inside of the country.
Key points:
BAL Analysis: Those in need of immigration services should expect delays. While the Lungi International Airport, which serves Freetown, remains open, travel within Sierra Leone may be disrupted as many roads are blocked. Foreign nationals may wish to consider delaying nonessential travel to Sierra Leone.
Those in the country should exercise caution. Traveling at night may be particularly dangerous. Companies with personnel in Sierra Leone should account for their employees and identify their locations in case they need to be evacuated. U.S. citizens can enroll in the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, a free service that provides updated security information and allows Americans to register their trips abroad with the closest U.S. embassy or consulate.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Liberia. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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