Embassy Warnings

Whenever there are national events that take place the US Embassy will issue a statement to expats living inside China. They send these out when there are potentially threatening situations that have arisen worldwide that might effect the lives of Americans living in China. Other embassy offices around the world issue similar warnings. When we settled into China the US Embassy asks that we register so they know where we are and can easily contact US citizens should a national emergency arise. It is a nice service that they offer. With recent current events abroad the Embassy issued us a warning today via email. Although there is no immediate danger at this point they are just saying there is always a possibility of retaliation against American citizens. Since China borders several countries that are involved in the current crisis we are notified with this message. AGAIN there is NO current danger to our family or friends I just thought you would like to read the warning. It is interesting how the events in country can trickle down to US citizens living abroad.

The U.S. Embassy and Consulates General in China are sharing the
following Worldwide Travel Alert that was issued by the State Department
on May 2, 2011 to all U.S. citizens for their information. Please share
this message with other U.S. citizens in your organizations or to other
Americans you know.


The U.S. Department of State alerts U.S. citizens traveling and residing
abroad to the enhanced potential for anti-American violence following
recent counter-terrorism activity in Pakistan. Given the uncertainty
and volatility of the current situation, U.S. citizens in areas where
recent events could cause anti-American violence are strongly urged to
limit their travel outside of their homes and hotels and avoid mass
gatherings and demonstrations. U.S. citizens should stay current with
media coverage of local events and be aware of their surroundings at all
times. This Travel Alert expires August 1, 2011.