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canarymoon · 07-29-2007, 09:09 AM

Issued July 27, 2007 UTC

U.S. Embassy Kingston released the following Warden Message on July 27:

The general election in Jamaica has been called for August 27, 2007. As the election approaches, media have reported increased levels of politically motivated violence. As a result, the U.S. Embassy advises that the public exercise particular vigilance in anticipating and addressing these issues.

* Learn where areas of congestion may occur. Be alert to news and radio announcements of areas of particular congestion, plan to avoid such areas as much as possible, and exercise caution if within the vicinity of any demonstrations. Avoid large crowds and gatherings whenever possible.

* Expect heavier traffic than usual throughout the island on election day.

* Advise any personnel/visitors planning to travel to/through/from Jamaica that the general election has been called for August 27.

* Always drive with your vehicle windows up and doors locked.

* Avoid wearing orange, green or yellow clothing during the period leading up to the election and on election day. These colors are politically significant and may incite reactions by others.

American citizens in Jamaica who require emergency assistance can contact the Embassy at (876) 702-6000. Additional information is available in the Consular Information Sheet for Jamaica at http://travel.state.gov

canarymoon · 07-29-2007, 09:10 AM

Nothing real new (except the colors) or earth shattering ... just some things to be aware of . . .

LuLu · 08-15-2007, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by canarymoon

Issued July 27, 2007 UTC

The general election in Jamaica has been called for August 27, 2007.
* Avoid wearing orange, green or yellow clothing during the period leading up to the election and on election day. These colors are politically significant and may incite reactions by others.

Best to know this sort of thing!

LuLu · 08-31-2007, 05:10 PM

Wonder if it would actually be best NOT to to wear ORANGE, GREEN, or YELLOW at any time of the year in Jamaica?

canarymoon · 08-31-2007, 07:49 PM

Good question.

FYI - The elections were actually postponed because of Dean. But I don't know what the new date is.
So, would be good to avoid those colors right now, just to be on the safe side.

localady · 08-31-2007, 08:36 PM

I go for the tye-dyed non-partisan look myself!!

canarymoon · 08-31-2007, 09:33 PM

Wise choice!