Trinidad and Tobago in state of emergency; what this means for flights from JFK

Trinidad and Tobago has declared state of emergency after an increase in gang-related murders.

The emergency declaration enforces curfews, heightened security measures and restrictions on movement in the country.

John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City is the second largest US gateway to Trinidad and Tobago, after Miami International Airport.

JFK operates approximately 35 direct flights per week to Piarco International Airport in Trinidad, serving several thousand passengers per month. Miami flies about 50 flights to Piarco every week.

Can I still go to Trinidad and Tobago?

US Department of State already have a level 3 travel guide for Trinidad and Tobago, advises travelers to reconsider visiting due to crime.

However, US citizens can still travel to Trinidad and Tobago on flights from JFK to Piarco that are currently operating as scheduled.

But travelers should be aware of the impact of the state of emergency, including restrictive curfews and restricted movements and increased airport security.

This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: What the state of emergency in Trinidad and Tobago means for JFK flights