Inquiries About Those Affected by Hurricanes in the Caribbean

Friday, September 17, 2004 —

Information about U.S. citizens in hurricane-affected areas of the Caribbean may be obtained from the U.S. Department of State, Office of Overseas Citizens Services, at 1-888-407-4747 or 202 647-5225.

The American Red Cross offers the following for those seeking information on loved ones:

• Continue to try and contact your loved ones through normal means of communication. Phone and cellular service has been possible – though sporadic – in some parts of the area.
• If you have relatives living outside the affected area, keep in contact with them as they may have received news about your loved ones.
• Keep in contact with your local Red Cross chapter about acceptance of International Disaster Welfare Inquiries (IDWI).
• Continue to monitor news reports, and check the Red Cross website often for updates.

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