"U.S. citizens who live abroad should avoid all international travel," the State Department recommended.
Travel Advisory: Level 4 - The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of #COVID19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the US should arrange for immediate return. pic.twitter.com/MydSzFffYd
— Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) March 19, 2020
Some Americans who are overseas are already having a difficult time returning to the United States because of canceled flights.
On Thursday, President Donald Trump said the military was trying to help some who had marooned in South America, as the State Department flatly sent the message that if Americans don't return now - they may be out of luck for some time.
“If you choose to travel internationally, your travel plans may be severely disrupted, and you may be forced to remain outside of the United States for an indefinite timeframe,” the travel warning stated.
U.S. airlines have already started to drastically cut back on their international service, scrambling travel plans for thousands.
@Delta I am a Georgia-based travel agent with clients whose international (Italy) flights were cancelled by Delta. Part of the itinerary is domestic. After several calls, my team has been unable to secure a refund for my clients who do not want E-credit. I need resolution on this
— Global Eventures (@GlobalEventure2) March 19, 2020
For example, American Airlines already announced it would reduce international service by 75 percent.
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