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United States

Moderate
10 minutes ago
Lockdown lifted at Virginia State University following shooting in Petersburg, Virginia - Update

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

United Kingdom

Moderate
24 minutes ago
Flooding restricts access to parts of Heathrow Airport

Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Allow for additional travel time.

Nigeria

High
49 minutes ago
Deadly clashes involving ISWAP militants reported in Biu LGA, Borno state

Defer non-essential travel to northeast Nigeria. Contracted private security escorts remain necessary for overland travel.

Spain

Moderate
57 minutes ago
Orange rain and thunderstorm warnings issued in parts of Catalonia, other regions

Anticipate possible weather-related disruptions in the affected areas. Track local weather forecasts for updates.

Croatia

Moderate
1 hour ago
Firefighters respond to wildfire on island of Dugi Otok, Zadar county

Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the affected area as firefighting operations continue. Plot route bypasses.

Papua New Guinea

Moderate
1 hour ago
Earthquake strikes south-southwest of Angoram, East Sepik province

Anticipate a high probability of aftershocks over the next 24-48 hours. If caught in an earthquake take cover under and hold onto a strong piece of furniture.

Nigeria

High
1 hour ago
Deadly inter-communal clashes reported in Borgu LGA, Niger state

Further attacks are possible in the near term; exercise a high degree of caution in rural areas and consider a personal security escort for overland travel.

Indonesia

Medium
1 hour ago
Earthquake strikes north-northwest of Pematangsiantar, North Sumatra province

Anticipate a high probability of aftershocks over the next 24-48 hours. If caught in an earthquake take cover under and hold onto a strong piece of furniture.

Bangladesh

Medium
2 hours ago
Bomb blast reported in Madaripur district, Dhaka division

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Russia

High
2 hours ago
Ukrainian missile strikes target Samara and Nizhny Novgorod oblasts

Avoid the area. Confirm travel plans and register with consular authorities.

India

Medium
2 hours ago
Police clash with protesters in Chandigarh

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Seek shelter during clashes.

France

Medium
2 hours ago
Gang-related shooting reported in Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Mali

High
3 hours ago
Chinese Embassy announces suspension of consular services amid insecurity

Defer non-essential travel to Mali. Register with consular authorities and travel in convoy with personal armed security escorts.

Lebanon

High
3 hours ago
Deadly Israeli airstrike targets Deir ez-Zahrani, Nabatieh governorate - Update

Defer non-essential travel to Lebanon's southern governorates. In the event of a rocket attack/clashes, seek shelter.

Belgium

Medium
3 hours ago
Firefighters respond to wildfire in Liège province, Wallonia

Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the affected area as firefighting operations continue. Plot route bypasses.

Spain

Moderate
3 hours ago
Earthquake causes structural damage in Granada, Andalusia

Anticipate a high probability of aftershocks over the next 24-48 hours. If caught in an earthquake take cover under and hold onto a strong piece of furniture.

Indonesia

High
4 hours ago
Death toll rises following earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara - Update

Follow all directives.

Yemen

High
4 hours ago
Fatalities mount following Houthi missile strikes on Port of Mokha, Taiz governorate - Update

For essential travel to the country, including Socotra Island, maintain a low profile, vary routines regularly and contract an armed security detail. Register with consular authorities.

United States

Medium
4 hours ago
Deadly shooting spree reported in Missaukee county, Michigan

Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions in the affected areas over the next several hours. Plot bypass routes.

France

Moderate
4 hours ago
Heatwave warnings extended across large parts of the country through 16 August - Update

Increase non-alcoholic fluid intake, limit outdoor activities. Track weather forecasts for updates.

Sudan

High
4 hours ago
Military commander killed in drone attack near Jabra Al-Sheikh, North Kordofan state

For essential travel, register with consular authorities, maintain a low profile and ensure proximity to identified shelters or hardened facilities.

Nigeria

High
4 hours ago
Deadly militant attack reported in Kebbe LGA, Sokoto state

Further attacks are possible in the near-term. Exercise a high degree of caution in rural areas and consider a personal security escort.

Yemen

Extreme
4 hours ago
Deadly Houthi-government clashes reported in Taiz governorate

For essential travel to the country, including Socotra Island, maintain a low profile, vary routines regularly and contract an armed security detail. Register with consular authorities.

Australia

Moderate
5 hours ago
Hazmat fire triggers warning near Perth

Follow all directives. Anticipate heightened security and traffic disruptions in the affected area. Avoid the scene.

Malaysia

Medium
5 hours ago
Helicopter fire triggers flight suspension at Kuala Lumpur's Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport

Contact booking agents for updates and refund/rebooking options.

United States

Medium
5 hours ago
Shooting incident reported in Petersburg, Virginia

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

Australia

Medium
5 hours ago
Wildfire reported in Broome, Western Australia state

Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the affected area as firefighting operations continue. Plot route bypasses.

Italy

Medium
5 hours ago
Closure of Catania-Fontanarossa Airport in Sicily extended further due to volcanic activity - Update

Defer non-essential travel within any radius of the volcano. Contact booking agents for updates and refund/rebooking options.

France

Medium
5 hours ago
Luglon wildfire in Nouvelle-Aquitaine continues to expand - Update

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area as firefighting operations continue. Plot route bypasses.

Belgium

Moderate
6 hours ago
Public transport resumes following gas explosions in Brussels - Update

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Shelter-in-place order issued in Muscatine, Iowa

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses. Follow all official directives.

Canada

Medium
6 hours ago
Shooting triggers road closure in Scarborough, Toronto - Update

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Brush fire triggers road closure in Miami-Dade County, Florida

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area as firefighting operations continue. Plot route bypasses.

Canada

Moderate
6 hours ago
Police respond to possible shooting in Scarborough, Toronto

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Tornado warning issued in Charlottesville, Virginia

Seek shelter in response to tornado sirens; immediately relocate to an interior room on the lowest floor of a strong building.

Peru

Medium
6 hours ago
Transport workers' strike underway in Arequipa city

Anticipate disruptions to affected public transport services. Make alternative travel plans. Avoid all protests.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Departure restrictions cause delays at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Illinois

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

Peru

Moderate
6 hours ago
Striking rickshaw drivers lift roadblocks in Ucayali department - Update

Plot route bypasses. Avoid all protests.

Peru

Moderate
6 hours ago
Runway repairs trigger delays at Cusco Velasco Astete International Airport

Contact booking agents for updates or rebooking/refund options.

Colombia

Medium
6 hours ago
Security forces clash with ex-FARC dissidents in Ortega, Cauca department

Contract a reliable local guide, vary itineraries and avoid government personnel in rural areas affected by criminal and insurgent activity.

Uruguay

Moderate
6 hours ago
Student marches planned in Montevideo and Salto on 14 August

Plot route bypasses. Avoid all protests.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Metra Milwaukee District North Line trains disrupted in Chicago, Illinois

Allow for additional travel time. Contact booking agents for updates.

Brazil

Medium
6 hours ago
Deadly security operation reported in Pontes e Lacerda, Mato Grosso state

Crime rates are high across Brazil; public shootings are not uncommon. Exercise ongoing caution.

Ecuador

Medium
6 hours ago
Deadly armed attack reported in Portoviejo, Manabí province

Gang-related violence is on the rise. Maintain a low profile, vary routines and exercise security precautions in affected areas.

Colombia

Medium
6 hours ago
Deadly drone attack targets soldiers in El Carmen municipality, Norte de Santander department

Contract a reliable local guide, vary itineraries and avoid government personnel in rural areas affected by the threat of criminal and insurgent activity.

Canada

Moderate
6 hours ago
Police respond to stabbing incident in Toronto

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Low ceilings disrupt flights at San Francisco International Airport in California

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise in Michigan - Update

Cyclosporiasis is caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which is often contracted after consuming contaminated water or food. Seek care for symptoms of diarrhoea.

United States

Medium
6 hours ago
TS Lala triggers warnings across Hawaii

Expect weather-related disruptions.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Disruptions expected for Trump rallies on 14 August in Nassau County, New York

Plot route bypasses. Avoid all protests.

Peru

Medium
6 hours ago
Crime-related SoE extended in parts of Madre de Dios department until 14 August

Anticipate heightened security in affected areas during the SoE.

Peru

Moderate
6 hours ago
90-day health emergency declared in Puno department, other areas due to measles outbreaks

Apply appropriate vaccinations before travel. Measles, or Rubeola, is a highly infectious viral illness that spreads through respiration, coughing or sneezing.

Indonesia

Medium
6 hours ago
Earthquake causes further fatalities, disruptions in East Nusa Tenggara - Update

Follow all directives.

New Zealand

Moderate
7 hours ago
Burst pipe triggers water disruptions in Porirua, Wellington region

Anticipate water supply disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours.

Ukraine

High
7 hours ago
Deadly Russian drone strike targets Marganets, Dnipropetrovsk oblast

Defer non-essential travel to areas where fighting continues to take place in Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk oblasts and areas bordering Russia.

Kyrgyzstan

Moderate
7 hours ago
Firefighters respond to blaze in Bishkek

Anticipate heightened security and localised disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Lebanon

High
7 hours ago
Deadly Israeli airstrikes target Ansar, Nabatieh governorate

Defer non-essential travel to Lebanon's southern governorates. In the event of a rocket attack/clashes, seek shelter.

Canada

Moderate
8 hours ago
Multi-vehicle collision triggers road closures in Toronto

Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Japan

Medium
8 hours ago
Rail disruptions reported across Tokyo and Chiba prefecture due to adverse weather - Update

Anticipate weather-related disruptions. Follow all official directives.

China

Moderate
8 hours ago
Hainan Airlines flight 753 from Beijing-Manchester makes emergency landing in Krasnoyarsk krai, Russia

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries.

United Kingdom

Moderate
8 hours ago
Hainan Airlines flight 753 from Beijing-Manchester makes emergency landing in Krasnoyarsk krai, Russia

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries.

Russia

Moderate
8 hours ago
Hainan Airlines flight 753 from Beijing-Manchester makes emergency landing in Krasnoyarsk krai, Russia

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries.

Czech Republic

Moderate
9 hours ago
Firefighters respond to malfunction at Prague's Václav Havel Airport

Anticipate possible disruptions at the affected airport over the next several hours. Contact booking agents for updates and rebooking options.

China

Medium
9 hours ago
Deadly landslide reported in Huzhou, Zhejiang province - Update

Confirm travel viability before departure. Remain alert for landslide warning signs, including cracks or bulges in the soil, or the faint rumbling sound of an approaching debris flow.

Russia

Medium
10 hours ago
Flight restrictions imposed at Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports serving Moscow

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking or refund options.

Indonesia

Medium
10 hours ago
Casualties reported in Sikka regency, East Nusa Tenggara after earthquake - Update

Follow all emergency directives.

United States

Moderate
11 hours ago
LGBTQ pride parade and festival planned on 15 August in Toledo, Ohio

Anticipate heightened security and traffic disruptions in affected areas on 15 August. Plot route bypasses; allow for additional travel time.

United States

Moderate
11 hours ago
LGBTQ pride parade and festival planned on 16 August in Oakland, California

Anticipate heightened security and traffic disruptions in affected areas on 16 August. Plot route bypasses; allow for additional travel time.

United States

Moderate
11 hours ago
LGBTQ pride parade and festival planned on 15 August in Houston, Texas

Anticipate heightened security and traffic disruptions in affected areas on 15 August. Plot route bypasses; allow for additional travel time.

China

Medium
12 hours ago
Flood warning covers parts of Henan, other places - Update

Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel and services in affected areas over the next 24 hours. Do not attempt to cross floodwaters.

United States

Moderate
12 hours ago
Thunderstorms trigger ground stop at Denver International Airport, Colorado - Update

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

United States

Moderate
12 hours ago
Thunderstorms cause flight delays at Denver International Airport, Colorado

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

Japan

Medium
12 hours ago
Adverse weather disrupts Tobishima ferry services in Yamagata prefecture

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking or refund options.

South Korea

Moderate
12 hours ago
Pro-Palestine rally planned in Seoul on 15 August

Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the affected area in the coming hours. Plot route bypasses.

Vietnam

Moderate
12 hours ago
Weather warnings cover Quảng Trị and Lai Châu provinces

Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel and services in affected areas over the next several hours. Avoid low-lying areas. Remain alert for landslides.

Indonesia

Medium
13 hours ago
Evacuations underway due to tsunami risk in East Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara province - Update

Relocate to higher ground away from the coast and follow all emergency directives.

Sudan

High
13 hours ago
Deadly RSF attacks target civilians in Umm Arada, North Kordofan state

For essential travel, register with consular authorities, maintain a low profile and ensure proximity to identified shelters or hardened facilities.

Somalia

High
13 hours ago
Military targets al-Shabaab militants in Warciise, Middle Shabelle region

For business-critical travel in the country vary routines, avoid travel after dark and only venture beyond the perimeter of a secured compound with embassy-approved escorts.

France

Moderate
13 hours ago
Points failure disrupts train traffic departing Paris Gare de Lyon

Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options. Allow for additional travel time.

Belgium

Medium
13 hours ago
Casualties reported following gas explosions in Brussels - Update

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area. Plot route bypasses.

United Kingdom

Moderate
13 hours ago
Heathrow Express, Piccadilly and Elizabeth Line trains resume with delays in and around London - Update

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and refund/rebooking options.

Yemen

High
13 hours ago
Casualties reported after Houthi missile strikes target Port of Mokha, Taiz governorate - Update

For essential travel to the country, including Socotra Island, maintain a low profile, vary routines regularly and contract an armed security detail. Register with consular authorities.

France

Medium
13 hours ago
Access restricted to forested areas after wildfires in Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France - Update

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area. Plot route bypasses. Follow all directives.

Yemen

High
13 hours ago
Houthi missile strikes target Port of Mokha, Taiz governorate

For essential travel to the country, including Socotra Island, maintain a low profile, vary routines regularly and contract an armed security detail. Register with consular authorities.

Zambia

Medium
13 hours ago
Election-related protests reported as ballot counting resumes - Update

Avoid all public gatherings and concentrations of security forces.

Somalia

High
13 hours ago
Puntland forces placed on high alert amid rising tensions with Federal Government

For business-critical travel in the country, only venture beyond the perimeter of a secured compound with an embassy-approved escort.

Germany

Medium
13 hours ago
Injuries reported amid blaze in Berlin

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

United Kingdom

Moderate
13 hours ago
Power issue triggers rail disruptions in and around London

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and refund/rebooking options.

United Kingdom

Medium
13 hours ago
Casualties rise amid wildfire in Stourbridge, England - Update

Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services. Drive in deference to road conditions.

Nigeria

High
13 hours ago
Bandit kidnapping reported in Ohimini LGA, Benue state

Kidnapping by criminal gangs poses a risk across Nigeria. Register with consular authorities; comply with all curfews. Exercise caution for overland travel.

Croatia

Medium
13 hours ago
Fatality reported amid wildfire in Split-Dalmatia County - Update

Anticipate disruptions to travel/services in the affected areas. Follow all directives. Plot route bypasses.

Austria

Medium
13 hours ago
Firefighters tackle wildfire near Sankt Egyden, Lower Austria

Anticipate disruptions to travel/services in the affected area. Follow all directives. Plot route bypasses.

United Kingdom

Medium
13 hours ago
Passenger train derails near Wickford, England

Expect rail disruptions along the affected route in the near-term.

Congo

Medium
13 hours ago
Ebola-related death recorded in Buta, Bas-Uélé province - Update

Avoid unnecessary public gatherings and direct bodily contact with anybody displaying symptoms of the Ebola virus. Follow official directives.

Cameroon

Medium
13 hours ago
Deadly bus crash reported in Ndikiniméki subdivision, Centre region

Road accidents frequently result from poor driving standards, lax vehicle maintenance and unsafe road conditions. Consider booking luxury bus lines.

Serbia

Moderate
13 hours ago
Student protest planned on 14 August in Valjevo, Kolubara district

Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the rally site. Avoid all protests.

Niger

Medium
13 hours ago
US national released following kidnapping in Niamey - Update

Defer non-essential travel to Niger.

Belgium

Moderate
13 hours ago
Gas leak triggers disruptions in Brussels

Follow all official directives. Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Bahrain

Medium
13 hours ago
Royal Jordanian Airlines resumes flights to Middle East airports - Update

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking or refund options.

Iraq

Medium
13 hours ago
Royal Jordanian Airlines resumes flights to Middle East airports - Update

Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking or refund options.

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