Stay informed, remain vigilant

Published May 23, 2017
48th Fighter Wing Office of Emergency Management

ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Daily vigilance is critical to situational awareness before and after an emergency situation.

Given current events, exercising vigilance is better sooner than later and may alleviate your chances of being directly involved in a bad situation.

Prior to departure for work or leisure, develop a travel plan. Be aware of route options, stopping points, and weather conditions. Your plan should include a schedule of your travels, if possible, and be sure to save local emergency phone numbers and addresses in your cell phone, such as police services, nearest military bases, and U.S. Embassy or consulate locations.

In addition, don’t stand out in your appearance or manner of dress, and never display large amounts of cash when making a purchase. Attending large events can be tricky, so use alternate exits and avoid main pedestrian corridors before and after an event if possible.

Finally, share your travel plan with fellow travelers and family. Below are some important phone numbers while traveling in the United Kingdom:

- RAF Lakenheath Command Post: 01638-52-4800

- U.S. Air Force Eagle Eyes: 01638-52-2333

- U.S. Embassy London 24/7 contact number: 02074-999000
Location: 24 Grosvenor Square, London W1A 2LQ

- Consulate General in Belfast
During office hours: 02890-386104
Outside of office hours: 01253-501106
Location: Danesfort House, 223 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5GR

- Consulate General in Edinburgh
Out of Office Hours: 02074-999000
During Office Hours: 01315-568315
Location: 3 Regent Terrace, Edinburgh EH7 5BW

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