Leave India as soon as it is safe to do so: US tells its citizens
Washington: The US has advised its citizens not to travel to India or to leave as soon as it is safe to do so as access to all types of medical care is becoming severely limited in the country amid a massive surge in COVID-19 cases.
The US has put India on Level 4 Travel Advisory, the highest level issued by the Department of State.
The current Level 4 Travel Advisory asks US citizens not to travel to India or to leave as soon as it is safe to do so due to the current health situation in the country.
"#India: Access to medical care is severely limited due to COVID-19 cases. US citizens wishing to depart should use available commercial options now. Daily direct flights to the US and flights via Paris and Frankfurt are available," the State Department tweeted.
In a health alert, the US Embassy in New Delhi said: "Access to all types of medical care is becoming severely limited in India due to the surge in Covid-19 cases."
"We urge US citizens to enrol in STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Programme) at step.state.gov in order to receive critical information from the Embassy related to health and safety in India," it said.
It asked American citizens to visit the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare website for the latest information on travel restrictions.
"New cases and deaths from COVID-19 have risen sharply throughout India to record levels. COVID-19 testing infrastructure is reportedly constrained in many locations," the mission said in a statement.
A record single-day rise of 3,79,257 COVID-19 infections, 3,645 fatalities on Thursday pushed India's tally of cases to 1,83,76,524, death toll to 2,04,832.
"Hospitals are reporting shortages of supplies, oxygen, and beds for both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 related patients. US citizens are reporting being denied admittance to hospitals in some cities due to a lack of space. Some states have enacted curfews and other restrictions that limit movement and the operation of non-essential businesses," it said.
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Abu Dhabi residents receive emergency alerts on phones amid Iran strikes
UAE: Abu Dhabi residents and expatriates received emergency alerts on their mobile phones on Saturday, February 28 afternoon amid reports of explosions in the city, warning of “potential missile threats.”
Mobile phones across the UAE capital buzzed as the alerts were issued, prompting people to take immediate safety precautions.
The message, reportedly shared by the Ministry of Interior, read, “Due to current situation, a potential missile threats, Seek immediate shelter in the closest secure building, and to steer away from windows, doors, and open areas. Await for further instructions. (MOI).”
Several users took to X to share screenshots and videos of the alerts and the situation in the city. Multiple posts circulated online as people reacted to the warnings issued across Abu Dhabi.
Vartha Bharati could not independtly verify the alerts.
🚨🇦🇪 Emergency alert issued in Abu Dhabi, the UAE with Iranian missiles approaching
— {Matt} $XRPatriot (@matttttt187) February 28, 2026
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🚨🇦🇪 BREAKING: Emergency alert issued in Abu Dhabi, the UAE with Iranian missiles approaching! pic.twitter.com/HctLmGfnYS
— Muhammad Ajmal (@mohammd_ajmal) February 28, 2026
🚨🇦🇪 Emergency alert issued in Abu Dhabi, the UAE with Iranian missiles approaching! pic.twitter.com/RKndgza4Td
— Sardar Saqlain Nahra (@SardarNahra) February 28, 2026
Emergency alert issued in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. pic.twitter.com/gzmOU1lUuW
— NewsXVW (@NewsXVW) February 28, 2026
🇦🇪 BREAKING: The UAE government has issued an emergency alert to the it's citizens in Abu Dhabi. pic.twitter.com/UFXFjEvLn2
— GLOBE TONY (@globetony_) February 28, 2026
Breaking : Emergency Alert in Abu Dhabi 🇦🇪 pic.twitter.com/4ZwyFJ64sL
— lilly Gates (@lillygates_x) February 28, 2026
The alerts came hours after Iran on Saturday attacked Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Qatar’s Doha, and Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh, according to the information shared, following joint strikes conducted by Israel and the US on Iran.
