Super Typhoon Hinnamnor is currently traveling across the East China Sea. It is expected to reach the Japanese islands on September 2, and while its path is currently unclear, it will likely affect China, South Korea, and Taiwan. Hinnamnor is the strongest global storm of 2022 with winds of 150 mph.
Level Orange thunderstorm warnings have been issued throughout Italy from August 12-15. Sustained heavy rainfall is expected to trigger flooding and impact travel as bridges or roadways become impassable. Power outages are likely to occur throughout the country.
On August 9, a construction vehicle damaged a rail bridge in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, Yvelines, France. This is expected to disruptions to the SNCF railway line between Normandy and Paris. Expect travel delays in the area until at least 4:00 PM.
Railway workers throughout the United Kingdom are expected to strike from August 18-20 to demand better working conditions. Network Rail, Avanti West Coast, c2c, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway and other railway companies are all expected to be impacted by the strike.
EasyJet workers are expected to strike in Barcelona, Malaga, and Palma de Mallorca, Spain on August 12-14 to demand higher wages. Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), Malaga Costa Del Sol Airport (AGP) and Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI), will likely experience high levels of flight delays and cancellations during the strike.
Members of the Trans Pride Berlin group are expected to protest in Berlin, Germany on July 30. Roughly 700 protesters plan to gather at the Kottbusser Tor station at 2:00 PM before marching to Mariannenplatz. This demonstration has been organized to promote the rights and social acceptance of transgender individuals.
The Assembly Movement of Health Workers is expected to protest in Madrid, Spain on July 29. Protesters are expected to gather at Calle Sagasta at 11:00 AM. This demonstration has been organized to protest against the privatization of many health care centers and primary care services.
Anticipate travel disruptions in New South Wales, Australia on July 28 due to a railway strike. Railway workers associated with the Rail, Tram, and Bus Union (RTBU) will participate in a strike from 12:00 AM to 4:00 AM to demand higher wages.
The Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association union and the Rail, Maritime, and Transport union will partake in a nationwide strike across the United Kingdom on July 27. Major railway disruptions are expected across the country as workers demand increased pay and job security.
Expect flight delays and cancellations throughout France from July 8 to 17. Union workers at Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris Le Bourget Airport, and Paris Orly Airport are expected to go on strike and organize associated protests.
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