Date: Fri, 28 May 2010 02:16:45 -0400
From: USDoSWardenMessage@STATE.GOV
Subject: Embassy Guatemala City - Warden Message - 05/28/2010
To: ACS_GUATEMALA@CALIST.STATE.GOV
May 28, 2010
Embassy of the United States of America
Guatemala City, Guatemala
Dear American Citizen Warden:
The following Warden Message informs U.S. citizens about an incident which occurred recently on Pacaya volcano. Please share the following information with the U.S. citizens on your warden list, and any other Americans you know, as soon as possible. Please contact the American Citizen Services Unit via e-mail (amcitsguatemala@state.gov), fax (2331-3804), or telephone (2326-4501) if you have any questions. Thank you very much for your support and assistance.
Estimado guardián para Ciudadanos Americanos:
El siguiente es un mensaje en relación a información sobre un incidente ocurrido en el Volcán de Pacaya. Por favor comparta esta información con los Ciudadanos Americanos incluidos en su lista y con cualquier otro Ciudadano Americano que conozca, tan pronto le sea posible. Por favor comuníquese con la Unidad de Servicios a Ciudadanos Americanos vía correo electrónico a (amcitsguatemala@state.gov) fax (2331-3804) ó número telefónico (2326-4501) si tiene alguna pregunta o si necesita mayor información en español. Muchas gracias por su colaboración y ayuda.
The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala City alerts U.S. citizens traveling to and residing in Guatemala that a volcanic eruption of Pacaya Volcano, 20 miles from Guatemala City, occurred in the evening hours of May 27. Volcanic ash continues to fall, covering much of the surrounding area including, in Guatemala City. La Aurora International airport has ceased all operations due to falling and debris on the runway. International flights are being diverted to San Salvador and domestic flights to Santa Elena Peten. ConRed has issued a code red alert for all residents of the Departments of Guatemala and Escuintla and residents are advised to remain in their homes. Affected travelers are being advised to monitor the news on television or radio for the latest information and updates.
The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala will be closed on Friday, May 28 due to the eruption. The Embassy will also be closed on Monday, May 31 for an American Holiday. We encourage U.S. citizens living or traveling abroad to register with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate through the State Department's travel registration website in order to obtain updated information on travel and security. Registering makes it easier for the Embassy or Consulate to contact you in case of emergency. The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala strongly encourages U.S. citizens in Guatemala to register with the Consular Section through the travel registration website.
Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the U.S. Embassy’s website and the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs’ website, www.travel.state.gov, where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and Country Specific Information can be found. The U.S. Embassy also encourages U.S. citizens to review "A Safe Trip Abroad," found at http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1747.html, which includes valuable security information for those both living and traveling abroad. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. and Canada, or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.
The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala is located at Avenida Reforma 7-01, Zone 10, Guatemala City. Please contact the American Citizen Services Unit by email to amcitsguatemala@state.gov or by phone at 011-(502)2326-4501, by fax at (502)2331-3804. The after-hours emergency number is 011-502-2331-2354 or (502)2331-2354.
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