Unionized railway workers are planning to strike in England, Scotland, and Wales on September 15, 17, and 26. The strikes will likely cause significant disruptions due to the large amount of unionized workers. Participants are demanding increased pay that aligns with recent inflation.
Severe weather is expected to affect northern Italy until at least September 4. Thunderstorms are likely to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and possibly hail. Flooding may occur in areas located near bodies of water. Orange warnings (middle on a three-tier scale) have been issued for Liguria and Tuscany regions.
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.
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