Location: Ghulam Nabi Colony area on Multan Road near Samanabad, Lahore, Pakistan
Event: An explosion was reported midday on Friday, November 29, 2019. An investigation of the incident is ongoing, but local media reports indicate the explosion may have been an improvised explosive device placed in an auto-rickshaw.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the area of the explosion.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Avoid crowds.
- Keep a low profile.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Carry proper identification, including a U.S. passport with a current Pakistani visa, or NICOP.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Islamabad, Pakistan
+(92)(51) 201-4000
ACSIslamabad@state.gov
https://pk.usembassy.gov - U.S. Consulate General Karachi
+(92)(21) 3527 5000
ACSKarachi@state.gov - U.S. Consulate General Lahore
+(92) (42) 3603 4000
ACSLahore@state.gov
