Bomb Blasts JW Marriott Jakarta - Emergency Numbers

A bomb explosion has gone off at one of the leading five star hotels in Jakarta, the JW Marriott. The blast occurred around midday local time, and reports state that at least fourteen people have died with many others injured.

The JW Marriott was regarded by many as one of the most secure hotels in Jakarta, not only because it had implemented heightened security measures but also as it located in the heart of the business center which is close to the diplomatic area of Menteng. One of Jakarta's most exclusive suburbs, and home to dozens of Western embassies and consuls, Menteg also includes the residence of the U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia. The adjacent Rajawali building houses the embassies of Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark.

The Marriott opened in September 2001 and has 33 floors and a total of 333 rooms. It is believed that the hotel was running at around 70% occupancy.

Anyone concerned about guests, family, friends, associates etc who may have been affected by the blast should contact these following emergency contact toll free numbers from Marriott: