Tsumani Hits Southern Asia
(December 27, 2004)

The Department of State and other government officials are issueing warnings and providing information about the devastating earthquake that hit Southern Asia. Cargo operations will be disrupted, however, communications between port operators, and shipping/ocean companies have been disrupted, and the labor force has been affected.

The Department of State encourages all American citizens living or traveling in any part of these countries, even if not directly affected by this crisis, to call or e-mail family members to let them know their welfare. Americans traveling in these countries who require assistance should contact the closest Embassy or Consulate. U.S. citizens may also obtain up-to-date information by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada, and 317-472-2328 from overseas.

Further Department of State travel information, including the complete text of the Consular Information Sheets for the affected countries, is available at the Department of State's website: http://travel.state.gov.

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