TRAVEL reports: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada have issued the following updates on the travel.gc.ca website to the following countries:
Dominican Republic and Haiti – Exercise high degree of caution
Hurricane Irene recently swept the north coast of the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Travellers should be aware that transportation routes, power and telecommunications systems could be affected. Other services that may be affected in these areas include emergency and medical care, as well as water and food supplies. Canadians travelling to these affected areas should contact their airline or tour operator to determine whether the situation will disrupt travel arrangements. They should also exercise caution, monitor local news and weather reports, and follow the advice of local authorities.
United Kingdom ? Turks and Caicos – Avoid non-essential travel
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands.
The U.S. National Hurricane Centre in Miami has issued advisories for Hurricane Irene. As changes to the forecast and local conditions are continuous, Canadians should visit the U.S. National Hurricane Center for the latest updates.
Hurricane Irene was expected to sweep the Turks and Caicos Islands on August 23. Heavy rains and strong winds will likely affect transportation routes and telecommunication systems. Flooding and mudslides may occur. Other services that may be affected include emergency and medical care, as well as water and food supplies. Canadians are advised to avoid any unnecessary travel through the affected regions. Canadians residing in or travelling to the affected areas should exercise caution, monitor local news and weather reports, and follow the advice of local authorities.
Go to voyage.gc.ca for more information on these advisories or call 1-800-267-6788 in Canada and United States.