The security situation remains fluid in Haiti, with protests entering the fourth day. Thousands of people rallied in Port-au-Prince on Sunday, demanding President Moise resigns over allegations of corruption and the ongoing economic stagnation. Two people were killed in Sunday’s protests – including a 14-year-old boy – and two more were killed on Thursday of last week. Several police officers have been injured.
Road have been blocked, and some protestors have thrown stones. If you are in Haiti, limit your movements and avoid crowds. Follow the American Citizen Services Unit in Port-au-Prince for updates on Twitter.
Protests have been announced in the city of Port-de-Paix for 10 am today reporter tells @RTVCHAITI. Another in Petit-Goave reports that the city is on lock; no schools, public transport functioning. People on foot. Barricades. #Haiti
— Jacqueline Charles (@Jacquiecharles) February 11, 2019
#Haiti Security Alert: The security situation remains very unstable. The potential for violent demonstrations is high & they are proving to be sporadic & unpredictable. If you hear gunfire or protest groups, seek shelter inside your house immediately & stay away from the windows. pic.twitter.com/GnDxMC3RUv
— Travel – State Dept (@TravelGov) February 10, 2019
Travel advice
In the past these protests have escalated rapidly.
If you are in the area, please consider the following –
- Avoid demonstrations and large crowds. Be aware violence could occur without warning.
- Review your travel risk management plan, so you know what to do in an emergency.
- Make sure you have the contact information of your travel insurance company and your local embassy stored in a secure offline location.
- Monitor local media. If you are using Twitter to search, add the term ‘filter:verified’ to the search bar to see results from verified accounts only.
- If possible, set aside some supplies of food and bottled water.
- Keep your devices charged.
- Check in with friends and family.
- If something does happen, contact the local embassy as soon as it is safe to do so.
Official travel advice
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (Feb 10, 2019)
Protest activity continues in Port-au-Prince and other areas of Haiti. Out of an abundance of caution, the Embassy has instructed its employees to shelter in place until further notice… https://t.co/pVEtX2aowZ
— ACS Port-au-Prince (@ACSPAP) February 10, 2019
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 10, 2019)
Locations:
• Gerald Bataille (Barricades and trash blocking to road)
• Caradeux near Aristide University (Roadblocks)
• Delmas 31 (Rock throwing in the area of St Patrick)…https://t.co/b6W9ekGGls— ACS Port-au-Prince (@ACSPAP) February 10, 2019
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti (February 10, 2019)
Locations:
• tire blockage on 15 Octobre near OAVCT. Not yet lit on fire
• burning tires outside the Tabarre Police Commisariate
• burning tires reported in Carrefour Fleuriot … https://t.co/rep5CVpOyg— ACS Port-au-Prince (@ACSPAP) February 10, 2019
#Haiti Security Alert: Sporadic gunfire was reported throughout Port-au-Prince. Due to the current security situation, all US embassy personnel are to abide by the following curfew, 5pm Feb 9 to 7am Feb 10. Be vigilant and avoid demonstrations and any large gatherings of people. pic.twitter.com/PfE0o58m8b
— Travel – State Dept (@TravelGov) February 10, 2019
Further news and information
Police clash with demonstrators demanding Haiti president’s resignation amid deadly protests https://t.co/5oMDHPhmXX pic.twitter.com/wtUy58vrm8
— Indy World (@IndyWorld) February 11, 2019
Thousands clash with police and throw rocks at President Moïse’s home on the 4th day of anti-government protests in Port-au-Prince, Haiti pic.twitter.com/Z7mOA2M6FW
— TicToc by Bloomberg (@tictoc) February 11, 2019
Demonstrations in Haiti entered their fourth day as thousands of protesters took over the streets of Haiti’s capital Port-au-Prince.
Read more: https://t.co/hm7L0mYgvR pic.twitter.com/GhZXt1vgjZ— The Quint (@TheQuint) February 11, 2019
“The police are working non-stop, and with all of the trouble taking place right now I don’t think they can guarantee the security of the population. So we canceled,” Port-au-Prince Mayor Ralph Youri(cq) Chevry said. https://t.co/guln4UiAtO #Haiti
— Jacqueline Charles (@Jacquiecharles) February 9, 2019
Haiti protesters call on President Jovenel Moise to quit https://t.co/3LBuMj3Rif
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) February 11, 2019
🇭🇹 Haiti protests demanding Moise exit enter fourth day #AFPhttps://t.co/0Fk2tXX2fB
Pictures by @hectorretamal pic.twitter.com/Qf45dpEaVT— AFP Photo (@AFPphoto) February 11, 2019
Hundreds of protesters turned out in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince Sunday for a fourth day of demonstrations demanding the resignation of President Jovenel Moise https://t.co/SenGBrdGrl
— AFP news agency (@AFP) February 11, 2019
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