Both the United States and Israel issued security alerts Wednesday warning of a potential attack on tourist locations in a coastal area of Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka increased security around a Jewish community center in Arugam Bay after the U.S. and Israel warned of potential threats to popular tourist locations.

Security has been strengthened in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka, after warnings of a potential attack on foreign tourists, particularly targeting Israelis. The U.S. and Israeli governments have advised their citizens to avoid the area.