US issues travel warning for post-Irma Cuba
Although cruises and flights have resumed to Cuba after Hurricane Irma, the US State Department is asking travelers to reconsider travel plans as recovery efforts continue.
It has updated the travel warning issued September 13 after Irma stuck, and says some parts of the country may still be without power and running water.
Major roads are open again in Havana and power has been restored but travel in north central Cuba should be avoided the Department said.
Hotels and infrastructure in the Northern Keys suffered severe damage although the major beach resort area of Varadero was mostly unscathed.
"Travelers should apprise family and friends in the United States of their whereabouts, and keep in close contact with their travel agency, hotel staff, and local officials," the State Department said.
Also, there is currently little assistance available to US citizens, as most consular employees were evacuated as Irma approached.
"At this time, US citizens should not attempt to go to the US Embassy in Havana as it suffered severe flood damage," the advisory also noted.
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