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Tropical Storm Karl is expected to hit Southern Mexico from late October 14-16, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 14, 2022 October 14, 2022

Several states across Southern Mexico are expected to be affected by Tropical Storm Karl from late October 14-16. The storm is predicted to hit Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and Tabasco, bringing strong winds and up to 12 inches of heavy rainfall. Power outages may occur, disrupting communication. Flooding and landslides are also possible, which would affect travel and may lead to local evacuations.

Multiple demonstrations against the use of fossil fuels are planned in London, England at various locations from October 14 to October 16.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 13, 2022 October 13, 2022

Four rallies are planned from October 14 to 16 in efforts to pressure the government to stop investments in fossil fuels. On 10/14, demonstrators will gather in Trafalgar Square. Two protests will occur at the Tate Modern Garden on 10/15. On 10/16, a protest will be at the Reformers’ Tree in Hyde Park. Thousands are expected to attend the protests.

Medical intern unions will protest and strike in Paris, France to oppose the government’s internship plan on October 14.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 11, 2022 October 11, 2022

Medical intern workers will stage a protest and strike in Paris, France on October 14. The National Inter-Union of Interns, among other affiliated unions, will oppose the government’s plan to allow universities to add another year of internship for medical students. The protest will take place outside the Ministry of Health at 2:00 PM. Traffic disruptions in the area are likely. Medical appointment cancellations are expected.

On October 9 at approximately 10:00 PM, the Eventim Apollo in London, England was evacuated due to a suspicious object. The incident is ongoing as security forces continue investigating.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 9, 2022 October 9, 2022

On October 9, the Eventim Apollo in London, England was evacuated due to a suspicious object being found during the concert of an Iranian activist. The area has not yet been cleared since security officials are still investigating the incident.

Protestors outside of the City Hall in Paris, France gained access to the building on October 7. Security forces are responding to the incident.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 7, 2022 October 7, 2022

On October 7, demonstrators outside of the City Hall in Paris, France gained access to the building. The protest was organized to demand better treatment of migrants and those seeking asylum. Police are currently responding to the incident. Violence between demonstrators and security forces may occur.

Avoid the Alternative for Germany protest, and opposing counter-protests, planned in Berlin, Germany on October 8 from 1:00 PM.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 7, 2022 October 7, 2022

A protest by the far-right political party, Alternative for Germany (AfD) will take place in Berlin, Germany on October 8. The protesters will gather at Republic Square at 1:00 PM. They will then march through the government district, the historic center, and to the Russian embassy, before finishing with a rally back in Republic Square. Counter-protests by those opposed to the AfD are expected. Clashes between the rival groups, or with local police, are possible.

Travelers from Uganda are to go to one of several United States airports to be screened for signs of Ebola.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 6, 2022 October 6, 2022

The United States issued a new directive on October 6 for travelers from Uganda. Due to the recent Ebola outbreak in Uganda, travelers will now be directed to several airports to be screened for signs of the virus. These airports are: Washington-Dulles International; Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta; Newark Liberty International; JFK International; Chicago-O’Hare International. While there are no known Ebola cases in the US, medical officials are remaining alert.

Travel disruptions at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands are expected for the coming months, due to staff shortages.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 6, 2022 October 6, 2022

Travel disruptions are expected at the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands for the coming months. This is due to a staff shortage caused by a staffing layoff made during the Covid-19 pandemic. Further strain from the up-take in travel after Covid restrictions were lifted has caused the airport to cut their number of flights. The disruptions are likely continue for the foreseeable future.

A kidnapping attempt and shoot-out took place in Guadalajara, Mexico on October 2. Expect heightened security for the coming days.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 4, 2022 October 4, 2022

A kidnapping attempt took place at Zapopan’s Plaza Andares in Guadalajara, Mexico on October 2. Military forces were deployed to the mall, which led to a shoot-out with the criminals. At least one person was killed and six more were injured. More police officers have since been deployed to the vicinity to deter further criminal activity. Heightened security in the area is expected for the coming days.

Hurricane Orlene, a Category 1 storm, reached southwest Mexico on October 3. While it is expected to weaken into a tropical storm, strong winds and heavy rain will likely affect Mexico until at least October 5.

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / October 3, 2022 October 3, 2022

On October 3, Hurricane Orlene made landfall in Mexico as a Category 1 storm. 85 mph winds were reported in Nayarit and Sinaloa states. The hurricane will weaken into a tropical storm after it crosses southern Sinaloa and western Durango states on early October 4. Landslides and flooding are likely result from heavy rain.

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Tropical Storm Karl is expected to hit Southern Mexico from late October 14-16, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds.

Multiple demonstrations against the use of fossil fuels are planned in London, England at various locations from October 14 to October 16.

Medical intern unions will protest and strike in Paris, France to oppose the government’s internship plan on October 14.

On October 9 at approximately 10:00 PM, the Eventim Apollo in London, England was evacuated due to a suspicious object. The incident is ongoing as security forces continue investigating.

Protestors outside of the City Hall in Paris, France gained access to the building on October 7. Security forces are responding to the incident.

Avoid the Alternative for Germany protest, and opposing counter-protests, planned in Berlin, Germany on October 8 from 1:00 PM.

Travelers from Uganda are to go to one of several United States airports to be screened for signs of Ebola.

Travel disruptions at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands are expected for the coming months, due to staff shortages.

A kidnapping attempt and shoot-out took place in Guadalajara, Mexico on October 2. Expect heightened security for the coming days.

Hurricane Orlene, a Category 1 storm, reached southwest Mexico on October 3. While it is expected to weaken into a tropical storm, strong winds and heavy rain will likely affect Mexico until at least October 5.

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