Back to London Intelligence Brief View OPSEC & Personal Safety hub

London OPSEC & Personal Safety Update

As of Feb 15, 2026, 12:10 AM

This opsec & personal safety update for London covers the last 48 hours of cited sources compiled in the Genesis Signals report. Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver. The report logs 4 incidents across crime, terrorism, traffic, and health in the last 48 hours. Cited sources include BBC — Pregnant wife pays tribute to man killed in attack (2026-02-14), BBC — Three boys charged over fatal stabbing of teenager (2026-02-14), MyLondon — 3 boys and 1 teenager charged after fatal Feltham stabbing (2026-02-14), and London Now — No arrests made after armed robbery at shop in Catford (2026-02-14). Recommended actions include Monitor local news and transport operators before travel — expect possible train disruptions (Clapham Junction ↔ Euston) and check updates. and Avoid non-essential visits to Catford shops after reports of an armed (knife) robbery; use well-lit, populated routes and travel with others where possible..

Topic resources

London travel advisory
travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/united-kingdom.html
Emergency contacts
General: 999 | Police: 999 | Ambulance: 999 | Fire: 999

Operational guidance

PersonalSafety

Keep valuables concealed, use well-lit routes, and avoid walking alone in unfamiliar or poorly lit areas at night.

Transit

Allow additional travel time, check operator updates before departure, and have an alternate route if major stations report disruptions.

SituationalAwareness

Stay aware of your surroundings in crowded public places and follow instructions from local authorities and transport staff.

WeatherPreparedness

Carry waterproof clothing and a warm layer; expect light rain on 2026-02-15 and overcast conditions through the week.

Situation-specific guidance

LocalCrime

FAQ

What is the country risk level for London?

Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver.

How many incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours?

4 incidents were recorded across categories in the last 48 hours.

Where can travelers find official guidance for London?

Review the official travel advisory source referenced in the report: https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/united-kingdom.html.

More topics for London

Crime Terrorism Traffic & Transit Health & Medical Supplies & Services

Back to report

Back to London Intelligence Brief

Snapshot

Country risk levelmedium

Advisory-derived, not city-specific.

Open official advisory

Top driverCrime

Total incidents4

CoverageFULL

Traveler essentials

Get an eSIMActivate mobile data in minutes. Avoid roaming fees.

Travel advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

U.S. State Department

Last updated February 14, 2026 7:10 PM ET

Who is affected

Travelers, residents, and on-the-ground teams in London.

What to do now

Check official updates daily, confirm routes, and keep emergency contacts handy.

Key takeaways

Reissued after periodic review with minor edits.
Exercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to terrorism .
Country Summary:
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in the United Kingdom. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the United Kingdom. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, concerts, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas.
There is also risk of isolated violence by dissident groups in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets.

Read full advisory

Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to  terrorism . Country Summary: There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in the United Kingdom. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the United Kingdom. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, concerts, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas. There is also risk of isolated violence by dissident groups in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets. Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to the United Kingdom. If you decide to travel to the United Kingdom: • Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues. • Follow the instructions of local authorities. • Check local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information. • Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. • Review the  Country Security Report  for the United Kingdom. • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist . • Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel and return to the United States. • We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.

Visit source

Cited sources

BBC — Pregnant wife pays tribute to man killed in attack (2026-02-14)
BBC — Three boys charged over fatal stabbing of teenager (2026-02-14)
MyLondon — 3 boys and 1 teenager charged after fatal Feltham stabbing (2026-02-14)
London Now — No arrests made after armed robbery at shop in Catford (2026-02-14)
London Now — Suspect 'armed with knife' robs shop in Catford (2026-02-14)
London Now — Recap as emergency services block trains between Clapham Junction & Euston (2026-02-14)
BBC — Rapist caught by DNA 20 years after attack on teen (2026-02-14)
U.S. Department of State — Exercise increased caution (reissued) (2026-02-14)