Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Monrovia, Liberia (September 23, 2022)
Location: Monrovia, Liberia and the West Africa Region
Event: A strike of air traffic controllers at Felix Houphouët-Boigny Airport, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire is expected to take place today, September 23, 2022. The strike is anticipated to last for 48 hours but may be shorter or longer. Planes landing in Abidjan may be diverted, and flights departing Abidjan may be cancelled and may result in other air traffic disruptions in the West Africa region.
Actions to Take:
- Review your travel plan.
- Make contingency travel plans.
- Monitor local media, airline and travel agency websites.
- Prepare for delays in travel and have funds to cover these delays.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Monrovia
502 Benson Street
+231 77-677-7000
ACSMonrovia@state.gov
https://lr.usembassy.gov
State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - Liberia Country Information
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