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What Do You Do If You're Caught In A Reveloution? |
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From Administrator
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Friday, October 12, 2007 |
Power to the people & all that... but if there's a revolution goin' on & it's not yours, you might just want to step away from the crowds & be smart by doing some simple things...
- Stay on top of the situation via the tv, radio or internet. If you can't get to any of these, ask friends, hotel staff, or anyone trustworthy to share with you any relevant information they learn. If it is safe to do so, contact your local embassy. In case of an emergency, advisories may be made to the general public through the media.
- Make sure that you are registered with your closest embassy or consulate. They actually could be of help & have been known to cordinate emergency air evacuations.
- When in large cities and other popular tourist destinations, avoid places frequented by westerners: bars, discos, & fast food restaurants associated with the US, branches of US banks, churches, westerm businesses & offices, US Consulates or Embassies.
- Keep away from areas known to have large concentrations of residents aligned with interests unfriendly to the US & its allies. You know what I'm trying to say...
- Blend in... be as inconspicuous in dress & demeanor as possible. Wear dull colors & conservative clothing. Avoid American logos & obvious labels on your belongings & clothing.
- Avoid large, loud groups. Better to avoid groups altogether.
- Keep away from political demonstrations, particularly those directed toward the United Sates. If you see a situation developing, resist the temptation to satisfy your curiosity and investigate what is happening. Just walk away.
- Do not agree to newspaper or other media interviews regarding political conflicts. It is important to remain as inconspicuous as possible.
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