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United States

Moderate
3 minutes ago
Police operation triggers shelter-in-place in parts of Fayette County, West Virginia
Follow all directives. Anticipate heightened security and traffic disruptions in the affected area; plot route bypasses.

Spain

Medium
9 minutes ago
Evacuations continue across northern Extremadura due to wildfire - Update
Anticipate disruptions in the affected areas. Follow all official directives.

United States

Moderate
12 minutes ago
Suspicious package triggers evacuations in Manhattan, New York City - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions. Follow directives.

Brazil

Medium
27 minutes ago
Targeted shooting repored in Rio de Janeiro's West Zone
Crime rates are high across Brazil; public shootings are not uncommon. Exercise ongoing caution.

Spain

Medium
38 minutes ago
Evacuations continue across Castile and León due to wildfires - Update
Anticipate disruptions in the affected areas. Follow all official directives.

United States

Moderate
44 minutes ago
Health officials announce end of West Texas measles outbreak - Update
Apply vaccinations before travel. Highly infectious measles spreads through respiration, coughing or sneezing.

Ethiopia

High
1 hour ago
Armed attack reported in North Shewa zone, Oromia region
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in Oromia region in the near-term. Remain vigilant; in the event of unrest/attack, limit outdoor movement.

Serbia

Medium
1 hour ago
Anti-government activists to rally in Novi Sad on 19 August
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the rally site on 19 August. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Moderate
1 hour ago
Police investigation underway in Manhattan, New York City
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses. Follow all official directives.

Uruguay

Moderate
1 hour ago
Montevideo’s Carrasco International Airport to close on 2-4 September due to upgrade works
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

Serbia

Moderate
1 hour ago
Air traffic controllers plan nationwide strikes in Serbia and Montenegro between 19 August and 30 September
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

Montenegro

Moderate
1 hour ago
Air traffic controllers plan nationwide strikes in Serbia and Montenegro between 19 August and 30 September
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

Brazil

Medium
1 hour ago
Police operations reported in Rio de Janeiro's North Zone
Avoid self-drive through the industrial zones and satellite favelas ringing Rio de Janeiro on an ongoing basis.

Uruguay

Moderate
1 hour ago
Montevideo’s Carrasco International Airport to close on 19-21 August due to upgrade works
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

Greece

Medium
1 hour ago
Wildfire risk-related curfew extended until 18 August in parts of Halkidiki, Central Macedonia - Update
Follow all directives.

Myanmar

Medium
1 hour ago
Military authorities schedule general elections for 28 December - Update
Expect robust security and associated overland travel disruptions near electoral infrastructure on 28 December. Defer non-essential travel to Myanmar.

Cote d'Ivoire

Moderate
1 hour ago
Opposition rally reported in Abidjan
Further similar protests are likely in the near-term.

United States

Moderate
1 hour ago
Gas leak triggers shelter-in-place directive in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses. Follow all official directives.

France

Moderate
1 hour ago
Suspected explosive device triggers maritime disruptions through 18 August in Gulf of Lava, Corsica
Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions to maritime travel in the affected area through 18 August.

Nigeria

High
2 hours ago
Deadly bandit attack reported in Patigi LGA, Kwara state
Further attacks are possible; exercise a high degree of caution in rural areas and consider a personal security escort for overland travel.

Brazil

Medium
2 hours ago
Football fans clash in São Paulo
Further related clashes are possible in the near-term. Exercise caution around large groups of fans.

France

Moderate
2 hours ago
Pro-Ukraine march planned in Paris on 24 August
Anticipate robust security/disruptions along the march route on 24 August. Plot route bypasses.

United Kingdom

Moderate
2 hours ago
Traffic accident triggers road closures in Kent, England
Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Germany

Moderate
2 hours ago
Cycling tour to trigger disruptions on 20-24 August across NRW, others areas
Anticipate disruptions to overland travel in the affected areas on 20-24 August. Consult: https://www.deutschland-tour.com/de/home for maps.

Nigeria

Medium
3 hours ago
Dozens of kidnap victims liberated following military airstrike in Danmusa LGA, Katsina state
Kidnapping by criminal gangs poses a risk across Nigeria. Register with consular authorities; comply with all curfews. Exercise caution for overland travel.

Ethiopia

Moderate
3 hours ago
Officials warn of flash flooding on 19-22 August across Gambella, other regions
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas. Do not attempt to cross floodwaters.

Peru

Moderate
3 hours ago
Maintenance works to trigger water cuts in parts of Lima on 19 August
Expect water supply disruptions in affected areas on 19 August.

Syrian Arab Republic

High
4 hours ago
Heavy gunfire reported in western Suwayda governorate
Reconsider travel to Syria due to unpredictable security conditions; in-country travellers should avoid travel near government, security and religious sites.

Turks and Caicos Islands

Medium
4 hours ago
InterCaribbean Airways cancels some flights due to Hurricane Erin - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services. Track local weather forecasts for updates.

Iran

Medium
4 hours ago
German Embassy in Tehran closes until further notice - Update
Consult consular officials for updates. Reconsider non-essential travel to Iran.

Serbia

Medium
4 hours ago
Protest march planned in Belgrade on 19 August
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along the march route on 19 August. Plot route bypasses.

Bulgaria

Moderate
4 hours ago
Traffic disruptions likely for Sofia Marathon on 12 October
Plot route bypasses. Consult https://sofiamarathon.bg/en/ for maps.

Thailand

Medium
4 hours ago
Myanmar's authorities close Thailand-Myanmar Friendship Bridge Number 2
Confirm viability of entry. Defer non-essential travel to Myanmar.

Myanmar

Medium
4 hours ago
Myanmar's authorities close Thailand-Myanmar Friendship Bridge Number 2
Confirm viability of entry. Defer non-essential travel to Myanmar.

Fiji

Moderate
4 hours ago
Officials declare end to dengue outbreak in Western and Central divisions - Update
Take measures to prevent mosquito bites: wear long sleeves and pants, use insect repellent, spray insecticide and use a bed net.

Nigeria

Medium
4 hours ago
Officials tighten security, restrict movement in Edo state ahead of election on 16 August
Exercise caution near political party, electoral and government infrastructure. Follow all official directives.

Nigeria

Medium
5 hours ago
Officials to impose movement restrictions in several Kaduna LGAs on 16 August due to election
Exercise caution near political party, electoral and government infrastructure. Follow all official directives.

Nigeria

Moderate
5 hours ago
Officials record uptick in cholera cases in Zamfara state
Cholera is spread by consuming contaminated food or water. Implement advanced personal hygiene and water sanitation practices. Seek care for symptoms of acute diarrhoea.

Spain

Medium
5 hours ago
Rail disruptions continue between Madrid and Galicia amid wildfires - Update
Anticipate rail disruptions along the affected routes. Follow all official directives.

United States

Moderate
5 hours ago
Officials suspend visitor visa issuance for Gazans
Contact consular officials for updates. Confirm viability of intended travel.

Israel

Moderate
5 hours ago
Measles outbreak reported across the country
Apply appropriate vaccinations before travel. Measles, or Rubeola, is a highly infectious viral illness that spreads through respiration, coughing or sneezing.

Somalia

High
5 hours ago
Security operation targets al-Shabaab commander near Buurdhuuxunle, Bakool 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 an embassy-approved escort.

Nigeria

High
5 hours ago
Deadly bandit attacks reported in Sabon Birni 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 for overland travel.

France

Moderate
5 hours ago
Togolese diaspora to protest in Paris on 30 August
Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions in the protest area on 30 August. Plot route bypasses.

Maldives

Moderate
6 hours ago
PNF members to rally in Male on 21 August
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the rally area. Plot route bypasses.

South Africa

Moderate
6 hours ago
Protesters block road on the outskirts of Cape Town
Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the protest site. Plot route bypasses.

Togo

Moderate
6 hours ago
National day of disobedience called on 16 August
Avoid all protests and concentrations of security forces.

United States

Medium
6 hours ago
Casualties reported following shooting incident in Enid, Oklahoma - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

Sudan

High
6 hours ago
Fatalities reported following RSF strikes across El Fasher, North Darfur state
For essential travel, register with consular authorities, maintain a low profile and ensure proximity to identified shelters or hardened facilities.

Serbia

Medium
6 hours ago
Anti-government protest reported in Novi Sad
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the rally site. Plot route bypasses.

Lao People's Democratic Republic

Moderate
6 hours ago
Weather officials monitor tropical depression
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas. Track local weather forecasts.

Central African Republic

High
6 hours ago
3R rebel attack reported in Ndim, Ouham-Pendé prefecture
Further attacks are likely in the near-term. Avoid travel after dark and move only in convoy with embassy-vetted security escorts.

Vietnam

Medium
6 hours ago
TD likely to make landfall over Quảng Ninh province - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas in the near-term.

Honduras

Medium
7 hours ago
Crime-related SoE extended in parts of Central District, dozens of other municipalities through 29 September - Update
Anticipate heightened security in affected areas.

South Korea

Moderate
7 hours ago
Pro-Palestine activists to hold rally in Daegu on 24 August
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the affected area; plot bypass routes.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Moderate
7 hours ago
Doctors to strike on 25 August in Herzegovina-Neretva canton, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Anticipate disruptions to the affected healthcare services across the affected area on 25 August if the strike proceeds.

Russia

Medium
7 hours ago
Casualties soar following explosion in Shilovsky district, Ryazan oblast - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area.

China

Moderate
7 hours ago
Authorities to suspend trains in Xinjiang region on 19-20 August - Update
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking or refund options.

India

Medium
7 hours ago
Congress party activists scuffle with police in Agra, Uttar Pradesh
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the rally area. Plot route bypasses. Seek shelter at the first signs of unrest.

India

Moderate
7 hours ago
Bajrang Dal activists stage protest in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh state
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the rally area. Plot route bypasses.

India

High
8 hours ago
Casualties reported from IED blast in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh state
For purposes of business-critical travel in Maoist insurgency-affected areas, avoid moving in convoy and remain vigilant to the threat of landmines. Vary daily travel routines.

Canada

Moderate
8 hours ago
Pro-Ukraine rally planned outside US Embassy in Ottawa on 18 August
Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions in the affected area. Plot route bypasses.

China

Moderate
8 hours ago
Strong winds trigger train suspension in Xinjiang region
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking or refund options.

United Kingdom

Moderate
9 hours ago
Traffic accident triggers disruptions in Rossendale, England
Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions in the affected areas over the next several hours.

Indonesia

Medium
9 hours ago
Volcano eruption disrupts flights to and from Ende Airport, East Nusa Tenggara province
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking options. Avoid travel within a seven-kilometre (4.3-mile) radius of the volcano.

Poland

Medium
9 hours ago
Flights suspended at Krakow Airport due to safety reasons
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions at the affected airport over the next several hours. Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

France

Moderate
9 hours ago
Orange heatwave warnings maintained in southern departments through 19 August amid easing temperatures - Update
Increase non-alcoholic fluid intake during hot temperatures. Limit outdoor movements and stay in air-conditioned rooms when possible.

Turks and Caicos Islands

Medium
9 hours ago
Category-4 Hurricane Erin continues to trigger warning across the territory - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services. Track local weather forecasts for updates.

United Kingdom

Moderate
9 hours ago
Incident triggers closure of Westminster Bridge in London
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Bahamas

Medium
9 hours ago
Category-4 Hurricane Erin continues to trigger warning in parts of the country - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services. Track local weather forecasts for updates.

Philippines

Medium
10 hours ago
Japanese nationals shot dead in central Manila
Visitors are advised of high risks associated with violent crime. Avoid travelling on foot alone or after dark, remain alert and vary daily routines.

Bangladesh

Moderate
10 hours ago
Protesting teachers block highway in Ukhiya upazila, Chittagong division
Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours; plot bypass routes.

Kenya

Moderate
10 hours ago
Doctors continue to strike indefinitely in Kiambu County - Update
Anticipate disruptions to medical services in affected areas for the duration of the strike; avoid protests. Track local media for updates.

Kenya

Moderate
10 hours ago
Nurses strike indefinitely in Machakos County
Anticipate disruptions to medical services in affected areas for the duration of the strike; avoid protests. Track local media for updates.

United States

Moderate
10 hours ago
Injuries reported following shooting incident in Tremonton, Utah - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Medium
11 hours ago
Injuries reported following shooting incident in Enid, Oklahoma
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Moderate
11 hours ago
Police respond to shooting incident in Tremonton, Utah
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

India

Moderate
11 hours ago
Heavy rainfall triggers flooding in Moradabad district, Uttar Pradesh state
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas over the next 24 hours. Do not attempt to cross floodwaters.

Ukraine

High
11 hours ago
Casualties reported after Russian drone hits Kharkiv
Defer non-essential travel to areas where fighting continues to take place in Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk oblasts and areas bordering Russia.

Pakistan

High
12 hours ago
Grenade attack targets police in Dera Murad Jamali, Balochistan province
Avoid non-essential travel to the affected areas; for essential travel, consider contracting a vetted local security detail.

India

Moderate
12 hours ago
Airline officials warn of disruptions from heavy rainfall in Mumbai
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas over the next 24 hours.

Russia

Medium
12 hours ago
Safety concerns disrupt flights at Tambov airport in Tambov oblast
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking options.

Bolivia

Moderate
12 hours ago
Presidential runoff election scheduled on 19 October
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of government buildings and electoral infrastructure.

Bolivia

Moderate
12 hours ago
PDC, Libre presidential candidates proceed to runoff vote - Update
Avoid any related protests.

Bolivia

Moderate
13 hours ago
General elections scheduled on 17 August
Anticipate heightened security/disruptions.

New Zealand

Moderate
13 hours ago
Gas leak triggers evacuation in Papamoa, Bay of Plenty region
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Mexico

Medium
13 hours ago
Runway damage disrupts flights at Puerto Vallarta International Airport, Jalisco
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries/rebooking options.

Maldives

Moderate
14 hours ago
Authorities close parts of Boduthakurufaanu Magu road in Malé until 13 October
Anticipate travel disruptions in the affected areas in the near-term. Confirm the viability of intended travel routes and plot route bypasses. Allow for extra travel time.

India

Medium
15 hours ago
Rescue operations continue after fatal cloud burst in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas in the near-term. Do not attempt to cross floodwaters.

China

Medium
15 hours ago
Search operations continue as fatalities rise from flash floods in Bayannur City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in the affected areas. Do not attempt to cross floodwaters.

United States

Medium
16 hours ago
Evacuations ordered on North Carolina's Hatteras Island from 18-19 August due to Hurricane Erin - Update
Follow all directives.

New Zealand

Moderate
17 hours ago
Nurses launch partial strike in Auckland and Whangarei city hospitals
Anticipate disruptions to services at affected hospitals for the duration of the strike; contact physician offices for rebookings.

Bahamas

Medium
17 hours ago
Tropical storm warning issued for Hurricane Erin - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services. Track local weather forecasts for updates.

United States

Moderate
18 hours ago
Police operation triggers shelter-in-place alert in Eagan, Minnesota
Follow all directives. Anticipate robust security and traffic disruptions in the affected area; plot bypass routes.

United States

Moderate
18 hours ago
Flash flood warning issued for northern New Jersey and New York City
Anticipate possible weather-related disruptions in affected areas over the next several hours. Drive in deference to road conditions. Do not cross floodwaters.

Ukraine

High
18 hours ago
Russian drone strikes target oil depot in Orlivka, Odesa oblast
Review evacuation plans. In the event of an escalation of hostilities, limit outdoor movement and seek shelter.

United States

Moderate
18 hours ago
Thunderstorms trigger ground stops at Northeast airports - Update
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

United States

Moderate
19 hours ago
Thunderstorms trigger ground stops at Washington, D.C. area airports
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

United Kingdom

Moderate
19 hours ago
Pro-Palestine march planned in central London on 6 September
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along the march route on 6 September. Plot route bypasses.

Israel

Medium
20 hours ago
Police clash with anti-government protesters in Tel Aviv - Update
Plot route bypasses. Avoid all protests and concentrations of security forces.
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