Alert: Reports of Missile or Drone Attack on Aramco Facility in Jeddah - U.S. Consulate General Jeddah - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia

Security Alert: Reports of Missile or Drone Attack on Aramco Facility in Jeddah – U.S. Consulate General Jeddah (Release Date: November 23, 2020)

Location: Jeddah

Event: There are media reports of a possible missile or drone strike and fire at an Aramco facility in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. At this time, there are no reports of casualties. The U.S. Consulate General in Jeddah urges U.S. citizens to review immediate precautions to take in the event of an attack and stay alert in case of additional future attacks.

Actions to Take:

If you hear a loud explosion or if sirens are activated, immediately seek cover.
If in a home or a building, go to the lowest level of the structure with the fewest exterior walls, windows, and openings; close any doors and sit near an interior wall, away from any windows or openings.
If you are outdoors, immediately seek cover in a hardened structure; if that is not possible, lie down and cover your head with your hands.
Be aware that even if the incoming missile or drone is intercepted, falling debris represents a significant risk.
After the attack, stay away from any debris, and monitor major news outlets for official guidance.

For Assistance Contact:

U.S. Consulate General Jeddah

Al Safa Street, Al Muhammadiyah District, near the new American School building

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Telephone: (966) (12) 220-5000

Fax: (966) (12) 220-5093

JeddahACS@state.gov

U.S. Embassy Riyadh

Abdullah Ibn Hudhafah As Sahmi Street Roundabout no. 9, Diplomatic Quarter Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Telephone: (966) (11) 488-3800

Fax: (966) (11) 488-7670

RiyadhACS@state.gov