This information is current as of today, Wed Sep 15 14:20:16 2004.

CAYMAN ISLANDS

September 14, 2004

This Travel Warning is being issued to urge U.S. citizens to avoid travel to the Cayman Islands at this time due to the aftermath of Hurricane Ivan. This supercedes the Public Announcement dated September 9, 2004.

U.S. citizens in The Cayman Islands are urged to depart as soon as safe transportation is available. Hurricane Ivan caused significant damage in the Cayman Islands and flooding is widespread. Telephone service is largely unavailable. If unable to immediately depart, U.S. citizens are advised to locate shelter, monitor media reports, and follow all official instructions. Visitors to The Cayman Islands should be familiar with their hotel evacuation plans, policies, or procedures.

The U.S. Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica, which has consular jurisdiction over the Cayman Islands, has closed for all but emergency American Citizens Services. A small number of consular officers will be available, but the ability to provide assistance is limited.

Americans living or traveling in The Cayman Islands are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy in Kingston through the State Department's travel registration website at https://travelregistration.state.gov.