The United States has issued a travel alert warning Americans about the risks of traveling to Kenya due to a recent surge in political violence following the disputed re-election of President Mwai Kibaki. The State Department highlighted that the situation in Kenya is volatile and can change quickly, with protests and clashes leading to fatalities. As a precaution, some U.S. officials have been relocated from Kisumu to Nairobi. The State Department emphasized the potential for spontaneous violence in Nairobi, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Naivasha. The warning advised American citizens to refrain from traveling to specific cities and areas outside of Nairobi. It also cautioned them to be ready for potential conflicts between law enforcement and protesters or rival groups of protesters. The alert emphasized that even peaceful demonstrations could escalate into violence, and advised Americans to steer clear of any protests, demonstrations, or large public gatherings.