The coronavirus (COVID-19) is a rapidly changing situation, with developments changing hour by hour and the Department of State advises U.S. citizens to reconsider travel abroad due to the global impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
As of March 15, the CDC, in accordance with its guidance for large events and mass gatherings, recommends that for the next eight weeks, organizers (whether groups or individuals) cancel or postpone in-person events that consist of 50 people or more throughout the United States.
AAA Oregon-Idaho is advising travelers to follow common sense advice. The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to reconsider travel abroad due to the global impact of COVID-19. Many areas throughout the world are now experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks and taking action that may limit traveler mobility, including quarantines and border restrictions. Even countries, jurisdictions, or areas where cases have not been reported may restrict travel without notice.
The U.S. has added the U.K. and Ireland to sweeping travel restrictions as the coronavirus spreads, President Donald Trump said Saturday, as he discouraged the American public from unnecessary travel. Foreigners from 26 other European countries over the last two weeks won’t be allowed in the U.S. for 30 days.
Countries that have a Level 3 Travel Health Notice (widespread, ongoing transmission):
China, Iran, South Korea, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Monaco, San Marino, Vatican City
The U.S. government has also set up a website with the latest on the government’s response to the outbreak.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has set up a website with the latest information on coronavirus.
For more information on specific travel restrictions and impacts on specific destinations, visit the AAA Oregon-Idaho website.
