2014 BRAZIL FIFA WORLD CUP TRAVEL ADVICE SUMMARY

We are reproducing all of our previous blog posts pertaining to our travel advice for the upcoming Brazil FIFA 2014 World Cup. As well we also offer a tabulation of several indicators to the security situation for all 12 cities. 
The goal behind this post is two-fold. We often provide free advice such as the following whereas most travel risk mitigation firms will offer similar services against a fee. In addition, as a start up innovative travel intelligence and advice firm, we wish to further publicize & share our capabilities, as a demonstrator,  with our future clients and current followers. Please note that this will the last blog post that we will publish regarding this important sporting event.

The main generic threats and hazards to visitors to the 12 FIFA host cities

Dengue fever hazards in Brazil

Cuiaba vulnerability assessment during 2014 FIFA World Cup

DATE	THREAT	HAZARD	SO WHAT?
03 JUNE		Hacktivists plan to disrupt Games, targeting sponsors, security forces.	This could constitute a collateral hazard to travellers.
31 MAY	Gov't to deploy military around airports, stadiums & hotels to prevent petty crimes		Likely to attract protesters in areas where visitors & tourists are concentrated, elevating collateral risks of injuries.
14 MAY	Authorities to hand out leaflets to visitors: "Do not resist mugging".		Resisting may lead to injury/death.
9 MAY	Several protest groups & ANCOP met to refine their protests plans during World Cup games.		Likely to be in 1st few days: Sao Paolo, natal, Cuiaba or Salvador.
6 MAY		Most of Brazil hit by drought as 70% of hydro power from water.	Possible rationing or power blackouts cannot be discounted.
22 APRIL		Gov't attempts to bolster cyber defences for 12 host cities to prevent hacker attacks.	Given the fact that many stadiums/arenas will be 4G WIFI deficient, end state is questionable.
21 APRIL		Lab made GM mosquitoes were released in Bahia state to fight dengue.	Updates on results remain unclear at this time.

Every travel destination is uniquely different and requires adequate reasearch,

analysis and accurate assessments to properly advise against the possible threats and hazards. We welcome inquiries so we can determine your security needs. Your first consultation is always free. We invite you to review our past twitter posts @parsecconsult as well as this blog's entries. 

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