The Public is advised that schools around the Georgetown Prison and its environs are closed due to the Georgetown Prison unrest.

Parents are advised to collect their children from these schools immediately.

Meanwhile, as a result of the operation by the Joint Services to contain the situation at the Georgetown Prison, several streets in the area have been cordoned off. Citizens who do not live in the area are asked to avoid the area until further notice. Vehicular traffic should utilize other routes at this time. Persons should avoid Durban St, Norton St, Camp St (between Brickdam and Norton), Creen Street and George Street.