November 27, 2019
Location: Paris
Event: French farming unions are currently staging a demonstration on major highways leading into Paris which will end near Avenue Foche in the 16th Arrondissement. Over 1000 tractors are reported to be blocking the roadways as they make their way into the city. French authorities have placed additional security forces on the streets and erected barriers at various locations near government buildings and monuments.
This demonstration is not directed at the U.S. Embassy; however, access to the streets surrounding the Embassy may be blocked by police or demonstrators.
U.S. Citizens with emergencies should call 01-43-12-22-22. From the United States dial (011) 33-1-43-12-22-22
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the areas of the demonstrations
- Be aware of your surroundings and keep a low profile
- Monitor local media
- Exercise caution and shelter in place if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests
- Notify friends and family of your safety
U.S. citizens may monitor English-language French media at the following:
- http://www.france24.com/en/
- http://en.rfi.fr/france/
- http://www.thelocal.fr/
- https://www.ratp.fr/travaux-manifestations/manifestations (for information on Metro closures)
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Paris, France
+33 (1) 43 12 22 22
CitizenInfo@state.gov - U.S. Consulate General Marseille, France
+33 (1) 43 12 22 22
CitizenInfoMarseille@state.gov - State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - France Country Specific Information
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United States Embassy
American Citizen Services Unit
4, avenue Gabriel
75382 Paris Cedex 08
France
Telephone in France: 01 43 12 22 22
Telephone from U.S.: (011 33) 1 43 12 22 22
Website: https://fr.usembassy.gov
American Citizen Services: e-mail – citizeninfo@state.gov
