Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General Frankfurt, Germany (April 7, 2018)

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Location: Downtown Muenster, North Rhein-Westphalia

Event: Media report multiple casualties resulting from a van attack in downtown Muenster. Local authorities are asking everyone to avoid the area.

Actions to Take:

• Avoid the area.

• Monitor local media for updates.

• Be aware of your surroundings.

Assistance:

U.S. Consulate General-Frankfurt, Germany
+49 69 7537 0 (after hours)

GermanyACS@state.gov

https://de.usembassy.gov/

State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444

Germany Country Information https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Germany.htm

Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (#STEP) to receive security updates: https://step.state.gov/

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By U.S. Mission Germany | 7 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: duesseldorf

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