The U.S. Embassy in Oman has rescinded its previous directive urging citizens to stay indoors. BBC News confirms that the embassy’s office in Muscat has withdrawn the advice for individuals in Oman’s capital to remain within their homes.
This information was also relayed by Gazeta Express. The safety alert was initially issued at 8:42 p.m. local time, which corresponds to 3:42 p.m.
Greenwich Mean Time. The government’s statement clarifies that, despite the removal of this guidance for Muscat, a continued shelter-in-place instruction persists across the entirety of Oman. This measure is still in effect due to continued circumstances.
The embassy continues to offer advice to its citizens: “To the greatest extent feasible, remain within your dwelling, hotel, or another protected location and maintain a distance from windows.” Residents of Oman are urged to heed these instructions for their safety.
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