Health Alert – U.S. Embassy San Salvador, El Salvador (April 8, 2020)

Location: El Salvador

Event:

  • There are 79 active cases of COVID-19 in El Salvador.
  • The Government of El Salvador reports five COVID-19 related deaths.
  • The Government of El Salvador created a platform for sharing COVID-19 information: covid19.gob.sv
  • On March 21, the Government of El Salvador implemented a nationwide home quarantine for 30 days, and on April 6 this was extended for an additional 15 days. All individuals are required to self-quarantine in their home, hotel or residence. Only one individual per household is permitted to leave the home, hotel or residence to purchase basic necessities (i.e. food, medicine) or for medical treatment. Essential services such as supermarkets, gas stations, banks, pharmacies, public transportation, law enforcement, hospitals, and some government offices will remain open.
  • The Embassy has been informed that Salvadoran health officials have quarantined some travelers, including U.S. citizens, who may have had contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case. We urge U.S. citizens to comply with instructions and regulations from Salvadoran health officials. If you need assistance, please contact the American Citizens Services unit at ACSSANSAL@state.gov.

The U.S. Embassy will continue to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens.

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program:

The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to receive emergency messages. To enroll in STEP, visit https://step.state.gov/.

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