The United States Embassy in Nairobi on Thursday issued a terror alert, warning of a planned terrorist attack at a Nairobi hotel.

“Terrorist groups may be plotting an attack against a major hotel in Nairobi.  The exact hotel has not been identified, but it is believed to be a hotel popular with tourists and business travelers,” the alert states.

Actions to Take:

• Exercise increased vigilance when visiting or staying at hotels in the Nairobi area.
• If staying at a hotel, be aware of the hotel’s evacuation plan. Plan ahead of time how you would exit the hotel in case of an emergency.
• Review your personal security plans.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Monitor local media for updates.