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travel-news2 hours ago•15 min saved

Embassy Warns of Local Chikungunya Outbreak at Playa Langosta, Costa Rica

The U.S. Embassy has issued a health alert for Playa Langosta in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, due to local chikungunya transmission; travelers should watch for fever, joint pain, headaches, and nausea, and take bite-prevention steps since there is no vaccine. Use EPA-registered repellents (DEET, picaridin, IR3535), wear long sleeves and pants, and eliminate standing water around accommodations. Costa Rica remains broadly safe for tourists with a Level 2 State Department advisory, so review current safety advisories before traveling.

via Travel Off Path|

#chikungunya #costa-rica #mosquito-borne

health-and-wellness24 days ago•12 min saved

Israel probes suspected Ebola case as traveler returns from DR Congo

Israel’s Health Ministry is monitoring a suspected Ebola case after a traveler who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo developed fever and headache. The potentially infected individual has been moved to Rambam Health Care Campus for isolation while initial tests are conducted (results expected within 24 hours, with a final result in about 48 hours) and contacts are being traced. The ministry stresses there are no confirmed cases yet and reiterates travel warnings and guidelines for travelers from active Ebola areas. Public action is only required if contacted by health authorities.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#ebola #health-and-wellness #health-ministry

world26 days ago•25 min saved

State Dept flags rising security risks for U.S. travel in the Middle East amid Iran talks

U.S. travelers in the Middle East are urged to stay vigilant as the State Department maintains Do Not Travel warnings (Level 4) for Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Gaza and Yemen and Level 3 advisories for Bahrain, Israel/West Bank, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, warning that airspace closures, protests, and U.S.-linked targets could disrupt trips with little notice. The advisories come as diplomacy regarding a draft Iran deal could affect the Strait of Hormuz and energy flows, though language is not public and the situation remains volatile. Americans abroad should monitor embassy alerts, enroll in STEP, confirm flights with airlines, and follow local authorities.

via New York Post|

#airspace-closures #middle-east #state-department

health1 month ago•185 min saved

Dulles to Screen Ebola-Exposed US-Bound Travelers

The CDC has ordered US-bound flights carrying passengers who recently visited Ebola-affected regions (the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan) to land at Washington Dulles International Airport for health screening. Entry restrictions under Title 42 apply to non-citizens who visited those areas in the prior 21 days, with the order in effect for at least 30 days, while American citizens and lawful permanent residents will be screened upon arrival. About 10 CDC staff are being sent to Dulles to conduct questionnaires, temperature checks, and follow-up with state health departments as part of a layered public-health approach intended to slow the virus’s spread and minimize disruption at the airport.

via CNN|

#cdc #dulles #ebola

health1 month ago•2 min saved

Six Americans Exposed to Ebola in Congo as Global Health Alert Is Issued

Six Americans in the Democratic Republic of Congo were exposed to Ebola, with three at high-risk contact and one symptomatic; it’s unclear if any were infected or remain in Congo. The WHO has declared the Congo‑Uganda outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, while the CDC says the risk to Americans remains low and is coordinating with partners and monitoring, as travel advisories and protective measures are issued.

via CBS News|

#cdc #congo #ebola

world2 months ago•15 min saved

US waives steep visa bonds for select World Cup ticket holders

The State Department says it will waive visa bond requirements of up to $15,000 for qualified World Cup fans who hold tickets and opt into the FIFA Pass system for expedited visa appointments, a relief limited to five countries involved in this year’s World Cup as ordinary fans without exemptions continue to face visa hurdles amid broader U.S. immigration crackdowns and travel concerns ahead of the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

via AP News|

#fifa-pass #immigration-policy #travel-advisory

world2 months ago•24 min saved

US cautions travelers away from Azerbaijan as security risks rise

The U.S. State Department updated its travel advisory for Azerbaijan to Level 3, urging Americans to reconsider trips due to ongoing safety and security risks—including Iranian drone and missile threats, terrorism, and unmarked landmines—especially near the Armenian-Azerbaijan border and along border regions with higher conflict risk.

via New York Post|

#azerbaijan #landmines #safety-risks

world2 months ago•5 min saved

U.S. Presses Reconsideration of Travel to Azerbaijan Amid Security Warnings

The State Department raised Azerbaijan to a Level 3 travel advisory, urging Americans to reconsider trips due to safety risks including potential armed conflict near the Iran border, terrorism threats, and widespread unmarked landmines and unexploded ordnance, with the southern border region deemed especially dangerous.

via Fox News|

#azerbaijan #landmines #state-department

health3 months ago•22 min saved

CDC warns travelers of dengue risk in 16 countries

The CDC updated a Level 1 travel advisory to warn travelers about dengue in 16 countries, urging precautions like long sleeves, insect repellent and sleeping in screened rooms; dengue can rapidly worsen and cause severe symptoms such as brain bleeding, and there is no vaccine for travelers; most US cases come from international travel, with outbreaks recurring every few years.

via New York Post|

#cdc #dengue #dengue-fever

health3 months ago•4 min saved

Mpox Clade Ib Triggers Travel Warnings Across Austria and Sweden

Health authorities report 13 mpox cases of the transmissible clade Ib in Austria (6) and Sweden (7) as of March 12, 2026, prompting travel precautions. The virus spreads through direct contact with lesions, with a 5–21 day incubation, allowing infection during travel. Guidance includes vaccination where available, thorough hand hygiene, avoiding contact with sick animals in certain regions, and for sexually active travelers to monitor symptoms, discuss with partners, and avoid new sexual contact if symptoms appear until cleared.

via Indian Defence Review|

#austria #clade-ib #health

world3 months ago•6 min saved

UK Warns of Longer US Airport Queues Amid TSA Pay Dispute

A Homeland Security shutdown leaves TSA officers unpaid, driving rising callouts and widespread U.S. airport delays (Houston Hobby hitting about 55% and 366 officers quitting), with four-to-six months needed to train replacements. The UK has issued travel guidance warning of longer queues at U.S. airports, and travelers are advised to check with airlines and airports for updates and refunds if flights are canceled or severely delayed.

via Fox News|

#airports #government-shutdown #travel-advisory

local4 months ago•2 min saved

Northwest Iowa Braces for Blizzard Conditions With Storm Lake Snow Emergency

Northwest Iowa is experiencing blizzard conditions with 30-50 mph winds and icy, snow-covered roads, and travel is not advised. Storm Lake has declared a Snow Emergency from March 15 at 10:00 p.m. to March 18 at 6:00 a.m., restricting overnight parking on certain streets to help plow crews clear streets.

via Northwest Iowa Now|

#blizzard #local #snow

weather4 months ago•9 min saved

Wisconsin Braces for Historic Blizzard as Power Outages and Closures Mount

A historic winter storm blankets Wisconsin with blizzard warnings through March 16, prompting a state of emergency and Milwaukee County snow emergency, widespread school closures, travel advisories, and ongoing power outages as officials warn of up to 30 more inches of snow and winds up to 50 mph.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#blizzard #power-outages #snow-emergency

weather4 months ago•1 min saved

Minnesota Wraps Up Weekend Snowstorm With Widespread Inches Across the State

A major weekend snowstorm is winding down across Minnesota with heavy accumulations concentrated in the southeast, including 20.5 inches in Wabasha and 14 inches in Rochester; the Twin Cities area logged substantial totals in suburbs like Prior Lake (about 13.7 inches), Maple Grove (10 inches) and Bloomington (9.5 inches). Winds are driving blizzard conditions, prompting MnDOT to issue a no-travel advisory for southern Minnesota while the National Guard stands by for potential rescue operations.

via CBS News|

#blizzard #minnesota #snowfall

local4 months ago•4 min saved

Winter Storm Grinds Minnesota Travel as Crashes and Cancellations Surge

A powerful winter storm dumps heavy snow across Minnesota, triggering dozens of crashes and hundreds of flight cancellations at MSP as blizzard conditions persist. From midnight to 1 p.m. Sunday, the Minnesota State Patrol logged 62 crashes and 295 vehicles off the roads, with eight jackknifed semis and 14 spinouts. MSP reported about 360 departures canceled and 332 arrivals; Rochester International Airport closed until at least 10 a.m. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect through 4 a.m. Monday, and officials urge people to stay home as 4–6 more inches of snow are expected, with possible whiteout conditions. Travel advisories are in place across several Minnesota counties and parts of Wisconsin.

via kare11.com|

#flight-cancellations #local #mn-weather