Location: Lahore Township Area, Lahore, Pakistan
Event: An explosion was reported at approximately 8:45 PM on Saturday, December 7, 2019. An investigation of the incident is ongoing. Exercise caution if you are in the vicinity of the explosion.
U.S. government personnel are prohibited from traveling off the Consulate compound at present.
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
· U.S. Consulate Peshawar
+(92) (91) 526 8800
State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
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