Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 11, 2019)

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 11, 2019)

 

Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert
 
Location: Bern, Geneva, Zurich, Davos, and possibly other cities in Switzerland
 
Event: Planned and unplanned demonstrations are expected to take place in a variety of locations in the lead up to the 2019 World Economic Forum which will take place January 21 – 25, 2019 in Davos, Switzerland.
Actions to take: – Avoid the areas of the demonstrations
– Monitor local media for information about specific demonstrations
– Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests
– Keep a low profile
– Follow the instructions of local authorities at all times
Assistance: U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland
031 357 70 11 (dialing within Switzerland)
+41 31 357 70 11 (dialing from overseas)
BernACS@state.gov


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