Your assessment
Official advisory · Level 4
Do Not Travel
Follow the official advisory linked below. The composite score is analytical context, not permission to disregard this decision.
Your answer for Mogadishu
✕Composite: Extreme risk
High risk environment. Reconsider non-essential travel and follow expert guidance.
Recommendation: Official decision override: Do Not Travel. The composite score describes contributing conditions; it does not weaken the official advisory.
Field Briefing
Mode: I am here now · Mogadishu
SECTION I·b — Today's Weather
🌦 Drizzle
Mogadishu, Somalia
| Today's high / low | 29.6°C / 24.4°C | Wind now / max | 22.5 km/h / 23.9 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humidity | 74% | Precipitation today | 3.3 mm · 69% chance |
| UV (max today) | 9.2 | Sunrise / Sunset | 05:42 / 17:46 |
- Very high UV
Source: Open-Meteo (free public weather API) · fetched 2026-10-16 10:21:28 UTC
SECTION I·c — Air Quality
Air Quality
Good
| PM2.5 / PM10 | 5.8 / 9.1 µg/m³ | O₃ / NO₂ | 41 / 0.2 µg/m³ |
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Source: Open-Meteo Air Quality · fetched 2026-10-16 10:21:28 UTC
SECTION I·d — Official Travel Advisory
Level 4 · Do Not Travel
Somalia - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
SECTION I·e — Disaster Alerts
Active Disaster Alerts
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Drought is on going in Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Niger, Nigeria, Sudan, Somalia, South Sudan, Chad ORANGE · country-wide · 2026-07-03
The Drought notification level is Orange.
“~N km away” = event centroid within ~500 km of this location; “country-wide” = a national/regional alert that may not be near this specific city. Source: GDACS · fetched 2026-10-16 10:05:00 UTC
SECTION I·f — Health Notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-10-02
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Mar
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-09-23
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Diphtheria in Sub-Saharan Africa WATCH · 2026-08-25
There are outbreaks of diphtheria in several countries in Africa. Vaccination against diphtheria is essential to protect against the disease. Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Somalia Country List : Chad, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, Mali, Mauritania, Soma
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-10-16 07:26:45 UTC
SECTION II — Quantitative Assessment
The composite below is context only and does not weaken this advisory.
Official decision override: Do Not Travel. The composite score describes contributing conditions; it does not weaken the official advisory.
Origin / Destination
| Current | Mogadishu, Somalia |
|---|---|
| Destination | Mogadishu, somalia |
| Arrival time | daytime |
SECTION III — Immediate Safety
Immediate Safety
High caution
Next 24 hours
- Save local emergency numbers in your phone.
- Confirm a safe route to your accommodation.
- Keep a charged phone and a small amount of local cash.
If you are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services immediately.
SECTION V — Data Confidence
Data Confidence
Confidence: HIGH
Matched scope: city · Source: city-level + country fallback
Last reviewed: 2026-09-26 18:01:08
SECTION VI — Top Risk Drivers
Top Risk Drivers
Airport Health Screening for Ebola · health
Somalia's federal government has deployed health staff at Mogadishu airport to screen arrivals from African countries after Kenya confirmed an imported case of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease.
→ Cooperate with health screening staff at Mogadishu airport and monitor health for 21 days if traveling from affected areas.
Severe Advisory and Political Instability · advisory
The destination maintains a Level 4 Do Not Travel official advisory due to critical safety conditions, mirrored by extreme scores in advisory and political categories.
→ Obey the official Do Not Travel advisory and defer all non-essential trips to Mogadishu.
Government advisory · Advisory
Official advisories indicate caution.
→ Read your foreign-ministry advisory before travel.
Political / unrest risk · Political
Unrest, protest activity, or instability raise contextual risk.
→ Avoid demonstrations and monitor official notices.
Elevated crime exposure · Crime
Higher reported levels of crime affecting travelers.
→ Use front-facing bags, avoid empty streets at night, keep valuables hidden.
Health & disease risk · Health
Higher disease/health risk profile in this area.
→ Review CDC/WHO travel notices and confirm vaccinations.
SECTION VII — Threat Vector Decomposition
Threat Vector Decomposition
SECTION VIII — Executive Summary
Executive Summary
Official decision override: Do Not Travel. Mogadishu presents severe security and health risks, including active screening at Mogadishu airport following an imported Bundibugyo Ebola virus case in neighboring Kenya.
Live Intelligence / AI-Assisted Briefing
AI summary: Official decision override: Do Not Travel. Mogadishu presents severe security and health risks, including active screening at Mogadishu airport following an imported Bundibugyo Ebola virus case in neighboring Kenya.
Recent intelligence items
- Somalia Screens Travelers After Kenya Confirms Imported Ebola [source]
- Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Mogadishu, Somalia [source]
Field recommendations
- Obey the official Do Not Travel advisory and defer all travel.
- Prepare for enhanced health screening upon landing at Mogadishu airport.
- Monitor personal health for 21 days following travel through regions reporting Ebola cases.
- Maintain immediate access to embassy or consular emergency contacts.
- Ensure all routine vaccinations and prophylactic measures are fully up to date.
Sources the AI drew from
These are the public-web snippets fed into the AI for this briefing. Verify any specific claim by reading the source.
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ASU ROTC cadets take part in the 'Mogadishu Mile' | FOX 10 Phoenix
5일 전Cadets from Arizona State University's ROTC programs raced through an obstacle-style course on Oct. 7 to honor U.S. servicemembers who fought in the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu, in Somalia. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more, from ASU's Tempe campus.5일 전
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Saudi-backed forces launch major offensive in Yemen; U.S. kills 4 in Caribbean boat strike; Bolsonaro win....
1주 전Saudi-backed forces launch major offensive in Yemen; U.S. kills 4 in Caribbean boat strike; Bolsonaro wins first round in Brazil election1주 전
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News | FAO in North America | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
3일 전News | FAO in North America | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations3일 전
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Mogadishu, Somalia (October 6 ...
4 days ago · Symptoms of malaria can mimic symptoms of Ebola, leading to preventable health scares. Monitor your health for 21 days following travel to an area experiencing an Ebola outbreak.
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Somalia Screens Travelers After Kenya Confirms Imported Ebola ...
4 days ago · Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia has stepped up health screening for travelers arriving from African countries after Kenya reported an imported case of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease, Health Minister Dr. Ali Haji Adan said Thursday.
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Somalia screens Mogadishu Airport arrivals after Kenya Ebola ...
5 days ago · MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government has deployed health staff at Mogadishu airport and is closely monitoring flights arriving from Ebola-affected African countries, after neighbouring Kenya reported its first case of the virus on Tuesday. Health Minister Ali Haji Adan said the government had taken additional steps to keep the virus out of Somalia, including checking the health of ...
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Somalia screens travelers after Kenya confirms imported Ebola ...
4 days ago · Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia has begun screening travelers arriving from African countries after Kenya confirmed an imported case of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease, Health Minister Dr. Ali Haji Adan said on Thursday.
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Kenya Ebola case: Somalia screens Mogadishu airport arrivals
5 days ago · MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Somalia’s federal government is closely monitoring flights from Ebola-affected African countries and has deployed health staff at Mogadishu airport, after neighbouring Kenya reported its first case of the virus on Tuesday, Caasimada Online reported on Wednesday.
SECTION X — Predict / Protect / Rescue / Restore
Predict / Protect / Rescue / Restore
Predict
- Check the official foreign-ministry travel advisory for your destination.
- Check official health notices (WHO/CDC equivalent) for outbreaks.
- Check the local weather forecast for the next 72 hours.
- Check transport disruption notices (rail/strikes/airport delays).
- Monitor protest/civil-unrest reports near your area.
- Track natural-disaster alerts (earthquake, storm, flood).
- Check disease outbreak notifications and required vaccinations.
- Re-check road and route conditions in the 24 hours before movement.
Protect
- Pre-book verified transport and avoid unsolicited drivers at hubs.
- Avoid late-night movement in unfamiliar areas.
- Keep digital and paper copies of your documents in two places.
- Use front-facing bags in crowded areas; do not place valuables in back pockets.
- Use bottled or filtered water; avoid uncooked food from informal vendors.
- Steer clear of demonstrations and large gatherings.
- Use ATMs inside banks during daylight hours; cover the keypad.
Rescue
- Save local emergency numbers (police, ambulance, fire, general 112/911).
- Identify the nearest hospital or clinic and how to reach it.
- Carry a backup payment card stored separately from your main wallet.
- Know the address of your country’s embassy or consulate.
- Have a medical escalation plan including English-speaking care if needed.
Restore
- After any incident, document what happened and who you contacted.
- Replace any lost or stolen items and update access credentials.
- Schedule a medical check-up if symptoms emerged.
- Review what would help in a future similar situation.
Emergency Numbers
| Police | 888 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 999 |
| Fire | 555 |
| General emergency | 888 |
Verify before relying on these numbers in an emergency. Source: baseline-demo.
SECTION XIX — Embassy / Consular Guidance
Before travel, check your country's official foreign ministry or embassy website for emergency assistance information.
Scam Patterns
Specific city-level scam pattern data is limited.
SECTION XXI — Digital Security
- Use a VPN on public Wi-Fi.
- Enable 2FA on email, banking, and travel accounts.
- Back up document scans to a private cloud and a paper copy stored separately.
- Avoid unknown USB ports and charging stations.
- Keep automatic OS updates on; enable remote-wipe on your phone.
SECTION XXII — Money Safety
- Carry a backup payment card stored separately from your wallet.
- Use bank-lobby ATMs in daylight; cover the keypad.
- Keep a small amount of local cash for emergencies.
- Watch for skimmers and shoulder-surfers around ATMs and payment terminals.
- Use card-tap for transit and payments where possible to limit card-present exposure.
Personalized Safety Checklist
Verify Before Departure / Before Movement
- Foreign-ministry / national travel advisory
- Official travel-health authority (e.g. CDC, WHO, national equivalent)
- WHO/CDC-style health notices
- Local weather agency
- Emergency services in the area you are in
- Your embassy / consulate
- Official immigration / visa source
SECTION XXV — Trust and Transparency
| Data used | city-level + country fallback |
|---|---|
| Estimated data | Yes |
| Fallback logic | city -> country -> world |
| Confidence | high |
| AI used | Yes |
| Search used | Yes |
| Last AI refresh | 2026-10-12 12:02:04 |
| AI refresh status | fresh |
Disclaimer
Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated travel-threat information for preparation purposes only. It does not replace official government advisories, medical advice, emergency alerts, immigration rules, insurance advice, police guidance, embassy information, or professional security consultation.