00:00TV6 News sent a question to the U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain to find out if its services
00:05to the public would be impacted by the worldwide caution issued by the U.S. State Department due to heightened
00:11tensions in the Middle East.
00:13In a late-night advisory, the State Department said, quote, U.S. diplomatic facilities, including outside the Middle East, have
00:21been targeted. Iran and groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests overseas or at locations associated with
00:30the United States and Americans throughout the world, end quote.
00:34However, no specifics were provided by the State Department. A U.S. Embassy spokesperson told TV6 News, quote, U.S.
00:42Embassy, Port of Spain, remains open for routine operations, counselor appointments and emergency services for American citizens.
00:50We encourage all U.S. travelers and residents to register in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, step.state.gov, to
01:00receive direct local security updates, end quote.
01:03The State Department said Americans currently in the Middle East should exercise caution and heighten the vigilance and should be
01:10prepared for possible flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures and potential travel disruptions.
01:17The State Department said Americans outside the Middle East should reconsider travel to and through the region.
01:24In its worldwide caution, the State Department urged Americans to monitor embassy and consular security alerts, local authorities and the
01:33news for breaking developments.
01:35Jewel Brown, TV6 News.
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