Incident Details
Austria will close 24 border crossings with Hungary and Slovakia due to a recent outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease among livestock. This disease rarely impacts humans, but increased sanitation and restrictions may be enforced at border crossings.
Traveler Safety
Travelers who plan to enter Hungary or Slovakia from Austria should ensure that the border crossing they plan to use is still open. Plan to use major crossings, as these have a higher likelihood of remaining open. Travelers may have to use alternative or indirect routes to reach their destination and should incorporate extra time into their travel itinerary.
