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An extreme heatwave is affecting Japan and South Korea as of August 3; expect weather-related disruptions.

Advisories / By / August 7, 2026

Japan and South Korea are currently undergoing an extreme heatwave as of August 3 and are expected to end on August 9. Japan’s Environment Ministry has issued a heat stroke alert for western and southern regions of Japan after reporting temperatures of 104℉. The Korea Meteorological Administration reported a record high of 108℉ in Yangsan and forecast highs of 100.4℉ in Seoul. The heat wave will likely stress energy infrastructure in both countries. The heat wave will complicate earthquake relief operations in the southern city of Kumamoto, Japan.

Feria de las Flores will take place in Medellín, Colombia, from July 31 to August 09; expect heightened security.

Advisories / By / July 30, 2026

Feria de las Flores will take place from July 31 to August 9 across multiple venues in Medellín, Colombia. The festival will transform the city with parades, concerts, folkloric exhibitions in Parques de Rio, and its most anticipated desfile de Silleteros. The event is expected to attract over 2 million attendees across its 10-day run. With high attendance expected, the event is likely to cause travel delays throughout Avenida Regional in Medellín. Moreover, it is likely that pickpocketing and theft will occur throughout the event.

40,000 attendees will attend the Trakya Müzik Festival in Keşan, Turkey, from July 30 to August 2; expect heightened security.

Advisories / By / July 30, 2026

The Trakya Müzik Festival will take place at Mustafa Altunhan Tesisleri on Yayla Beach in Keşan, Turkey, from July 30 to August 2. The event is expected to attract between 40,000 and 80,000 attendees across the four-day event. Entrance to the event will begin between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM, and the event will end at midnight, with afterparties continuing at the beach until 2:00 AM daily. With large crowds and prominent artists like Sagopa Kajmer in attendance, heightened security around the event is expected.

A new heatwave is expected to impact Spain and France beginning July 29; expect travel and weather disruptions.

Advisories / By / July 28, 2026

A new heatwave is set to impact France and Spain on July 29 amidst ongoing wildfire outbreaks. Meteo France reports temperatures are set to exceed 99℉ (37℃) across the Bordeaux region. Spain’s Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AMET) has forecasted temperatures of 104℉ (40℃) across the Northeast and Ebro Valley region. Spain’s Eastern and Central provinces remain under high alert. The new heatwave will impact ongoing operations to quell wildfire outbreaks. Travel operations will likely be disrupted due to high temperatures.

The 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) will be held in Manila, Philippines, from July 20-24; expect heightened security.

Advisories / By / July 18, 2026

The 59th ASEAN AMM will take place at the Philippine International Convention Center in Manila, Philippines, from July 20-24. The sessions will run daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Approximately 7,000 security personnel have been assigned to ensure safety. Notable diplomats, including Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, will attend the event. Enhanced security measures and checkpoints will be set up around the venue.

The Mad Cool festival will take place in Madrid, Spain, from July 8-11; heightened security and travel disruptions expected.

Advisories / By / July 7, 2026

The tenth anniversary of the Mad Cool festival will take place at the Iberdrola music space in Madrid, Spain, from July 8-11. The four-day event will run daily from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM and is expected to attract around 200,000 attendees. Via Lateral de Servico M-45 and Avenida Real de Pinto will likely experience traffic congestion due to the festival. With the event having prominent artists such as Halsey, Twenty-One Pilots, and Foo Fighters, it is likely that heightened security will be implemented.

The Ultra Europe 2026 will take place at Park Mladeži, Split, Croatia, from July 10-12; expect heightened security.

Advisories / By / July 7, 2026

Ultra Europe 2026 is a three-day EDM/Techno event that will begin at 8:00 PM and run until 2:00 AM each day. The festival roster includes prominent artists such as Martin Garrix, Calvin Harris, and DJ Snake. The event is expected to draw around 150,000 attendees over the three days. Following the festival, island and beach parties on the islands of Brac and Vis will attract the festival crowd. Due to the high-profile event, heightened security is likely to be in place.

The RIO BABEL festival will attract over 50,000 attendees to Madrid, Spain, from July 3-5; expect heightened security.

Advisories / By / June 28, 2026

The Auditorio Miguel Ríos in Madrid, Spain, will host around 50,000 attendees for the RIO BABEL festival from July 3 to July 5. RIO BABEL aims to celebrate the ninth edition of integration between European and Latin American cultures. Each day of the event will occur from 6:00 PM to 3:30 AM the next day. With a large attendance expected, travel disruptions around the auditorium and heightened security are expected.

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