Americans warned against travel plans as terrorism threatens popular destination

Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson reports on the U.S. State Department’s worldwide caution alert for Americans, citing tension in the Middle East and the potential for escalation, on ‘Fox Report.’

Americans planning travel to Israel are being urged to reconsider those plans as the U.S. State Department warns of terrorism and unrest, with some areas carrying an even higher warning due to armed conflict.

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Some areas carry the highest Level 4, “Do Not Travel,” warning due to armed conflict.

Americans traveling to Israel are being urged to reconsider their plans as the U.S. State Department warns of terrorism and unrest. (iStock)

Americans are advised not to travel to areas north of Route 85 to Route 90 south to Route 87, within seven miles of the Gaza Strip or within 1.5 miles of the Israel-Egypt border, except around the Taba border crossing.

U.S. government employees working in Israel are also restricted from traveling to those areas — and additional movement restrictions could be imposed “with little to no notice,” due to increased security concerns or threats, according to the advisory.

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Travelers are also advised to know the location of the nearest bomb shelter or other hardened shelter.

They should also have a plan to leave the country in an emergency that does not depend on U.S. government assistance, according to the advisory.

Officials further recommend buying travel insurance and checking coverage for evacuation assistance, medical care and trip cancellations.

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Fox News Digital previously reported that U.S. officials temporarily suspended government activities and travel to Mexicali, Mexico, last week after receiving information about a potential security threat.

Americans were urged to avoid government buildings, remain aware of their surroundings and follow instructions from Mexican law enforcement.

The suspension has since been lifted and government activities have resumed.

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