2007 Warden Information
Consular Warden Message
U.S. Embassy Conakry
January 12, 2006
The U.S. Embassy in Conakry is issuing this Warden Message to inform Americans that due to the general strike the U.S. Embassy will continue to be operational but with reduced staffing. Because the strike has been calm thus far, Embassy personnel are permitted to visit private residences but are strongly discouraged from unnecessary movement in the city.
The Guinean labor confederation has called for this general strike throughout Guinea beginning January 10 and with no specified end date. There still is a potential for demonstrations during this period, which may include incidents of violence. Americans and American facilities are not targets of the strike, but could be affected by unrest or disruptions. Thus, please remain alert to your surroundings and avoid crowds.
Americans are highly encouraged to use all security precautions and try to maintain at least a half tank of gas in your vehicle. It is always prudent to ensure that you have food and water to last you at least three days.
We will closely monitor the situation as events develop, particularly with regard to security conditions, and will issue additional notices as information becomes available.
For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, Travel Warnings, and other Public Announcements can be found. Up to date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States and Canada, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
Americans living or traveling in Guinea are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy through the State Department’s travel registration website, https://travelregistration.state.gov, and to obtain updated information on travel and security within Guinea. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy in Conakry. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency. The U.S. Embassy located on the Transversale No. 2, Centre Administratif de Koloma opposite the New Radio Station in Ratoma, Conakry, Guinea; telephone +224-30-42-08-62 through 68 or fax +224-30-42-08-71; email consularconakr@state.gov. The U.S. embassy website is http://conakry.usembassy.gov/index.html.