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Philippines

Moderate
13 minutes ago
Officials warn of heat across Ilocos, other regions until 22 May
Increase non-alcoholic fluid intake. Limit outdoor activity to early morning and late evening hours. Stay in air-conditioned rooms.

China

Medium
16 minutes ago
Officials issue heat wave warnings for Shandong province - Update
Increase non-alcoholic fluid intake. Limit outdoor activity. Stay air-conditioned.

China

Moderate
41 minutes ago
Officials warn of dense fog in Shandong province until 22 May
Confirm the viability of travel before departure. Drive in deference to road conditions.

Australia

Medium
44 minutes ago
Authorities issue emergency warning due to flooding in Port Macquarie's North Shore, other places in NSW state - Update
Follow all official directives. Confirm the viability of travel before departure. Avoid low-lying areas.

Australia

Medium
53 minutes ago
Authorities order evacuations due to flooding in Redbank, NSW state - Update
Follow all official directives. Confirm the viability of travel before departure. Avoid low-lying areas.

United States

Medium
1 hour ago
Large tornado reported north of Gurley, Alabama - Update
Seek shelter in response to tornado sirens; immediately relocate to an interior room on the lowest floor of a strong building.

Australia

Moderate
1 hour ago
Rail disruptions linger across Sydney following wire collapse - Update
Anticipate rail service disruptions in the affected area. Opt for alternative modes of transport.

Russia

Medium
1 hour ago
Authorities suspend flights at Grabtsevo Airport in Kaluga oblast, amid Ukrainian drone attacks in Tula and Ryazan oblasts
Contact booking agents for updates/rebooking. Defer non-essential travel to affected areas. Register with consular authorities.

United States

Medium
1 hour ago
Officials issue tornado warnings in Alabama and Tennessee - Update
Seek shelter in response to tornado sirens.

Netherlands

Moderate
1 hour ago
Police investigate explosion in Rotterdam
Anticipate robust security and disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

China

Moderate
1 hour ago
Officials warn of heavy rainfall over southern Chongqing and northern Guizhou province from 21-22 May
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel and services in affected areas. Confirm the viability of travel before departure.

Australia

Medium
1 hour ago
Authorities issue emergency warning due to flooding in Coopernook, NSW state - Update
Follow all official directives. Confirm the viability of travel before departure. Avoid low-lying areas.

Australia

Medium
1 hour ago
Authorities issue emergency warning due to flooding in Oxley Island, other places in NSW state - Update
Follow all official directives. Confirm the viability of travel before departure. Avoid low-lying areas.

Australia

Medium
2 hours ago
Officials warn of severe weather, floods in parts of NSW - Update
Anticipate disruptions.

Taiwan

Moderate
2 hours ago
Officials warn of heat in Tainan, other places
Increase non-alcoholic fluid intake. Limit outdoor activity to early morning and late evening hours. Stay in air-conditioned rooms.

South Korea

Moderate
2 hours ago
Hundreds to attend Candlelight Movement rally in Seoul on 21 May
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the rally and march area; plot bypass routes.

United States

Moderate
2 hours ago
Gas leak prompts shelter-in-place order north of Falcon, Colorado
Follow all official directives. Anticipate overland travel disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours; plot bypass routes.

Costa Rica

Medium
2 hours ago
Eruption at Alajuela's Poás Volcano triggers ashfall - Update
Follow all directives.

South Korea

Moderate
2 hours ago
Low visibility disrupts ferry services in South Jeolla and South Gyeongsang provinces
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and rebooking or refund options.

United States

Medium
2 hours ago
Thunderstorms, other reasons disrupt flights in Chicago and Nashville - Update
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

Japan

Moderate
2 hours ago
Pro-Palestine rally planned on 30 May in Nagoya, Aichi prefecture
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the rally areas on 30 May. Plot route bypasses.

Japan

Moderate
2 hours ago
Authorities issue heatstroke alert for Yaeyama Islands, Okinawa prefecture
Increase non-alcoholic fluid intake during hot temperatures. Limit outdoor activity to early morning and late evening hours. Stay in air-conditioned rooms if possible.

Peru

Moderate
2 hours ago
Authorities warn of heavy rainfall in multiple departments through 21 May
Anticipate disruptions to travel/services. Confirm viability of travel.

Peru

Medium
3 hours ago
Rainy season SoE extended in several departments through 19 June - Update
Confirm viability of travel. Follow all official directives.

Congo

High
3 hours ago
Deadly shooting reported in Uvira, South Kivu province
Defer non-essential travel to North Kivu and South Kivu.

Peru

Medium
3 hours ago
Rainy season SoE extended nationwide until 21 May - Update
Confirm viability of travel. Follow directives.

United States

High
3 hours ago
Further fatalities confirmed from tornado outbreak in Kentucky and Missouri - Update
Seek shelter in response to tornado sirens; immediately relocate to an interior room on the lowest floor of a strong building.

Netherlands

Medium
3 hours ago
Police investigate deadly shooting in The Hague
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Medium
3 hours ago
Tornado reported in Tennessee's Jackson amid regional warnings - Update
Seek shelter in response to tornado sirens.

Colombia

Medium
4 hours ago
President Petro decrees ceasefire with EMC guerrilla factions through 18 May
Contract a reliable local guide, vary itineraries and avoid government personnel in areas of insurgent activity.

Argentina

Moderate
4 hours ago
Authorities implement anti-mafia law in Rosario, Santa Fe province
Remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities.

United States

Medium
4 hours ago
Officials urge residents to take shelter amid tornado north of Jackson, Tennessee
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services over the next several hours. Follow all official directives.

Syrian Arab Republic

Moderate
5 hours ago
Drought triggers water supply disruptions in Damascus
Anticipate water supply disruptions in affected areas. Ensure a steady supply of bottled water.

United States

Moderate
5 hours ago
Manhunt continues as several suspects caught following prison break in New Orleans, Louisiana - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area.

United States

Medium
5 hours ago
Authorities confirm terror motive following clinic explosion in Palm Springs, California - Update
Expect heightened security and associated disruptions.

United States

Moderate
5 hours ago
Runway works prompt ground stop at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport in Minnesota
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options.

Georgia

Medium
5 hours ago
Opposition march reported in Tbilisi
Plot route bypasses. Avoid all protests and concentrations of security forces.

France

Medium
6 hours ago
Severe storms trigger disruptions in southern regions - Update
Expect disruptions.

Pakistan

High
6 hours ago
Deadly drone strike reported in Mir Ali, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province
Defer travel to northwestern Pakistan amid an ongoing military offensive that increases the risk of counter-attacks by insurgents and militants.

France

Moderate
6 hours ago
Police operation reported underway in Montreuil, Île-de-France
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

United States

Moderate
6 hours ago
Police respond to reports of bomb threat at San Diego Airport
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries or possible rebooking/refund options. Allow for additional travel time.

United States

Moderate
7 hours ago
Police activity triggers traffic disruptions in San Jose, California
Anticipate heightened security and disruptions near the scene over the next several hours. Plot bypasses.

Mexico

Medium
7 hours ago
Deadly shooting targets security officials in Tlaquepaque, Jalisco
Police and politicians are frequently targeted by criminals and bystander injury is not uncommon. Avoid travel to areas unlikely to be visited by tourists.

Bolivia

Moderate
7 hours ago
Morales barred from running, Arce withdraws candidacy ahead of general elections on 17 August - Update
Anticipate possible protests following the announcements.

Italy

Medium
7 hours ago
Rail strike set to trigger nationwide disruptions on 23 May - Update
Anticipate disruptions to the affected services on 23 May if the strike proceeds. Make contingency travel plans.

Mexico

Moderate
7 hours ago
Protesters block traffic near Tijuana International Airport
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Allow for additional travel time.

India

High
7 hours ago
Deadly clashes reported on India-Myanmar border
Anticipate heightened security and disruptions on the India-Myanmar border. Defer non-essential travel to Myanmar.

Myanmar

High
7 hours ago
Deadly clashes reported on India-Myanmar border
Anticipate heightened security and disruptions on the India-Myanmar border. Defer non-essential travel to Myanmar.

Bolivia

Moderate
8 hours ago
Morales supporters march to La Paz
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along all march routes. Avoid all protests.

Bolivia

Medium
8 hours ago
Clashes erupt at Morales support rally in La Paz - Update
Plot route bypasses to avoid all protests.

Sudan

High
8 hours ago
SAF claims gaining control of Khartoum state following clashes in Omdurman
For essential travel, register with consular authorities, maintain a low profile and ensure proximity to identified shelters or hardened facilities.

Colombia

Moderate
8 hours ago
Yellow Fever cases reported in Tolima, other departments - Update
Prevent mosquito bites: wear long sleeves and pants, use insect repellent and use a bed net when sleeping in a room that is not screened or air-conditioned.

Colombia

Medium
9 hours ago
Deadly clashes between soldiers and ELN militants reported in Cúcuta, Norte de Santander department
Drug-trafficking gangs are deeply entrenched in pockets around Colombian urban hubs. Avoid remote low-income neighbourhoods and exercise caution in the vicinity of bars and nightclubs.

Mexico

Medium
9 hours ago
Deadly attack targets government officials in Mexico City's Benito Juárez borough
Police and politicians are frequently targeted by criminals and bystander injury is not uncommon. Avoid travel to areas unlikely to be visited by tourists.

Canada

Moderate
9 hours ago
Police investigation triggers road closure in Downtown Toronto
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Medium
9 hours ago
Tornado prompts power outages in Great Plains - Update
Seek shelter in response to tornado sirens.

Brazil

Medium
10 hours ago
Police operations underway in Rio de Janeiro's West and North zones
Avoid self-drive through the industrial zones and satellite favelas ringing Rio de Janeiro on an ongoing basis and exercise caution not to loiter in/near favelas.

Papua New Guinea

Moderate
10 hours ago
Strong offshore earthquake strikes northeast of Angoram, East Sepik province
All offshore/coastal earthquakes carry the potential of generating tsunamis. Relocate to higher ground away from the coast for the next several hours and follow all emergency directives.

United States

Moderate
10 hours ago
Gas leak in Freeport, Texas triggers shelter-in-place order in nearby cities
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions near the scene over the next several hours. Follow all official directives.

Guyana

Medium
10 hours ago
Explosions target police and power station in Georgetown
Remain vigilant; report all suspicious items/behaviour to the authorities.

Mexico

Medium
11 hours ago
Deadly clashes reported in Acapulco municipality, Guerrero state
Crime rates are high in Mexico; maintain a low profile and consider contracting a security escort in high-risk states.

Mexico

Moderate
11 hours ago
Several protests planned in Mexico City on 20 May
Plot route bypasses. Allow for additional travel time.

Peru

Medium
11 hours ago
Casualties reported following shooting in central Lima
Exercise general caution in coastal areas used as transit hubs for Peru's drug trade. Innocent bystanders may become caught in clashes among gangs.

Mozambique

Medium
11 hours ago
Police clash with protesters in Gorongosa, Sofala province
Further clashes are possible in the near-term. Avoid all protests and anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions.

Malaysia

Moderate
12 hours ago
Heightened security, traffic disruptions expected on 21-24 May in Bachok district, Kelantan
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in Bachok district on 21-24 May.

Mexico

Medium
12 hours ago
Deadly mass shooting reported in San Bartolo de Berrios, Guanajuato state
Crime rates are high in Mexico; maintain a low profile and consider contracting a security escort in high-risk states.

Somalia

High
13 hours ago
Deadly al-Shabaab mortar attack targets Hiilweyne military barracks, Middle Shabelle region - Update
Avoid the areas. For business-critical travel in the country vary routines and only venture with embassy-approved escorts.

Belgium

Moderate
13 hours ago
Traffic disruptions expected during protest in Brussels on 22 May - Update
Anticipate disruptions along the march route.

France

Medium
13 hours ago
Dozens arrested during taxi drivers' protest in Paris - Update
Similar demonstrations are likely to occur in the near-future.

Taiwan

Medium
13 hours ago
Casualties reported after car rams into pedestrians in New Taipei's Sanxia district
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene. Plot route bypasses.

Nigeria

Medium
13 hours ago
Authorities continue to close Ibadan Airport in Oyo state - Update
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

Netherlands

Moderate
13 hours ago
Amsterdam's A10 ring road to close on 20-22 June
Expect disruptions.

Luxembourg

Moderate
13 hours ago
Marathon event to trigger road closures in Luxembourg City on 31 May
Plot route bypasses.

France

Medium
14 hours ago
Fatality reported as severe storms hit Var department, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur - Update
Expect disruptions.

Turkey

Moderate
14 hours ago
Strike disrupts public transport services in Bursa, Bursa province
Allow for extra travel time; make contingency travel plans.

Israel

High
14 hours ago
Yemen’s Houthis enforce naval blockade on Haifa port
Contact booking agents for updates. In the event of a rocket attack/clashes, seek shelter.

Serbia

Moderate
14 hours ago
Student activists to rally in Belgrade on 23 May
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the rally site on 23 May. Plot route bypasses.

Venezuela

Medium
14 hours ago
Venezuela suspends flights to and from Colombia until 26 May - Update
Contact booking agents or booking agents for updates and rebooking/refund options. Track local media for updates.

Colombia

Medium
14 hours ago
Venezuela suspends flights to and from Colombia until 26 May - Update
Contact booking agents or booking agents for updates and rebooking/refund options. Track local media for updates.

Bulgaria

Moderate
14 hours ago
Public transport strike continues in Sofia - Update
Expect continued disruptions to public transport services in Sofia in the short-term. Consider using alternative transport options.

Colombia

Moderate
14 hours ago
President Petro visit to trigger heightened security on 20 May in Barranquilla, Atlántico department
Expect disruptions.

Turkey

Moderate
15 hours ago
TIP calls for protest in Istanbul’s Pendik on 21 May
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions near the rally site on 21 May. Plot bypass routes.

France

Moderate
15 hours ago
Severe weather causes disruptions across southern regions - Update
Expect disruptions.

Israel

High
16 hours ago
Lufthansa Group continues to suspend flights at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport through 8 June - Update
Contact booking agents for updates. In the event of a rocket attack/clashes, seek shelter.

Finland

Moderate
16 hours ago
Stabbing incident reported at school in Pirkkala, Pirkanmaa region
Anticipate robust security/disruptions in the vicinity of the scene.

South Korea

Moderate
16 hours ago
Pro-Palestine activists to march in Seoul on 25 May
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions along the march route on 25 May. Plot bypass routes.

Egypt

Medium
16 hours ago
Deadly military plane crash reported in Ras el-Barr, Damietta governorate
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area.

France

Moderate
16 hours ago
Farmers protest in Hauts-de-France region
Similar demonstrations are likely to occur in the near-future.

Ghana

Medium
16 hours ago
Officials ease security-related curfew in Nkwanta, Oti region - Update
Follow all directives. Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions in the affected area in the near term. Exercise a high degree of caution; remain vigilant.

Nigeria

High
16 hours ago
Deadly bandit attack reported in Dutsinma LGA, Katsina 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.

Kenya

Moderate
17 hours ago
UHC rallies planned in Nairobi
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions near the rally sites. Avoid all protests.

Belgium

Moderate
17 hours ago
Non-profit sector workers to protest in Brussels on 22 May
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected areas on 22 May. Plot route bypasses.

Belgium

Medium
17 hours ago
Brussels Airlines warns of possible disruptions at Brussels Airport on 20 May due to national public sector strike – Update
Contact booking agents for updates.

Israel

Moderate
17 hours ago
Delta to resume flights at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport on 20 May - Update
Contact booking agents for updates and possible refund/rebooking options.

Lebanon

High
17 hours ago
Israeli drone strike targets vehicle in Mansouri, South governorate
Defer non-essential travel to Lebanon's southern governorates. In the event of a rocket attack/clashes, seek shelter.

France

Medium
17 hours ago
Paris Orly Airport disruptions continue amid radar system failure - Update
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

Spain

Medium
17 hours ago
Disruptions to emergency number 112 reported across the country
Contact customer service or use local alternative emergency numbers until 112 is restored.

Australia

Medium
17 hours ago
Wire collapse triggers rail disruptions across Sydney
Anticipate rail service disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Opt for alternative modes of transport.

Denmark

Moderate
18 hours ago
Train disruptions reported between Østerport and Copenhagen Airport
Consult https://www.dsb.dk/en/ for updates.

Kazakhstan

Moderate
18 hours ago
Authorities close Dovut Ota-Tazhen border crossing between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan until 1 September
Anticipate disruptions to road travel in the affected area. Opt for alternative routes.
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- We try our best to make sure all travel risk alerts are accurate and correct, but we're not liable for any misinformation. Always use common sense and refer to official safety and security regulations.

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