Updated on 8 May 2019
The Situation:
Civil Servants in France have called for strikes on 9 May in transportation (including air traffic controllers and customs), schools, and hospitals (including some emergency services).
The unions of air traffic control USAC-CGT, FO, UNSA and CFDT have relayed the call to strike. As a result, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) asked airlines to reduce their flight programs by 30% at nine airports, including three in Paris (Paris-CDG, Paris-Orly, Beauvais, Lyon, Nice, Marseille, Toulouse, Bordeaux and Nantes).
Possible Effects:
Possible protests or demonstrations in major cities and near government buildings
Traffic delays due to strikes, demonstrations, etc.
Blocked roads due to demonstrations
Delayed or cancelled flights
Lack of public transportation services including railways, taxis, buses, etc.
Mitigating Factors to Apply:
Avoid all protests and demonstration, which have the possibility of turning violent
Check with airport to confirm flight status before departure
Allow extra time to travel to/from the airport, supplier, and accommodations
Avoid travel through major cities if possible, instead using bypasses
Enroll in the Safe Traveler program (STEP) to receive warnings from the U.S. Embassy
Monitor local media and news for updates
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