The U.S. Consulate General in Lahore has issued a security alert following reports of drone explosions, downed drones, and potential airspace incursions in and around the city. As a precautionary measure, consulate personnel have been instructed to shelter-in-place.
Initial reports suggest that authorities may be evacuating areas close to Lahore's main airport. U.S. citizens in regions experiencing active conflict are advised to leave if conditions permit safe travel. If unable to leave safely, they should also shelter-in-place.
Updates will be communicated by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Pakistan through their messaging system. U.S. citizens are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for timely updates.
Recommended actions for U.S. citizens include seeking secure shelter, having evacuation plans that do not depend on U.S. government assistance, keeping travel documents current and accessible, monitoring local media for updates, carrying proper identification, and cooperating with authorities.
For assistance, contact details for the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and various consulates across Pakistan have been provided along with additional resources such as the Department of State Travel Advisory for Pakistan.