Identifier | Created | Classification | Origin |
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04DJIBOUTI557 | 2004-04-15 10:40:00 | CONFIDENTIAL//NOFORN | Embassy Djibouti |
This record is a partial extract of the original cable. The full text of the original cable is not available. |
C O N F I D E N T I A L DJIBOUTI 000557 |
1. (U) As outlined in REFTEL (a), the Nation of Djibouti has suffered severe damage to it's infrastructure as a result of flooding in certain parts of the city. Currently, there have been no official reports of instability or an increase in crime due to the flooding. Clearly, the potential exists, but it is strictly speculation at this point. 2. (SBU) Physical security at the Embassy remains intact with minimal adjustments. Only a slight interruption in security operations occurred due to some Local Guard Force personnel being affected directly or indirectly by the flood. RSO managed the manpower constraints effectively without placing personnel or property at risk. 3. (C/NF) There was no damage to the technical security measures of the Embassy, but the security equipment UPS remains inoperative. Due to the flooding there has been an increase in power spikes throughout the city causing outages all over to include the Embassy. Without an operating UPS, the security cameras and a portion of the Entry verifications systems are affected every time there is a spike. Post is well aware of ESO Addis' request for replacement parts, but would like to request that the parts be expedited as quickly as possible. 4. (SBU) Post would like to take this opportunity to kindly remind the Department that the need for an ARSO is greater now than ever before. Post RSO is already stretched too thin and now that he has to deal with a natural disaster and minimal staffing, the demands on the security office are overwhelming. Post requests that the Department strongly consider assigning an ARSO to Post as soon as possible. 5. (U) POC is RSO Marc Ramos at 253-35-39-95. RAGSDALE |