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Protests in Sydney, Australia to Possibly Result in Clashes on July 31

A protest against COVID-19 restrictions is scheduled to take place on 31 July, time unknown. It is reported that security personnel will be deployed to these protests and arrest participants as these protests are unauthorized. This has been organized by groups who also organized protests on 24 July where they became violent after clashes between participants and authorities occurred.

Major Fire at Bayer Plant in Leverkusen-Burrig, Germany on July 27

Emergency crews are responding to a major fire at the Bayer plant in Leverkusen-Burrig on 27 July. Officials have not confirmed the cause of the blast. At least one casualty and another 12 were injured. Authorities have closed the A1 and A59 highway in both directions. Officials have instructed residents to remain indoors with windows and doors closed.

Costa Rica Risk Ratings Remain in Place Through July 26 Due to Landslides and Rainfall

On 23 July, the Costa Rica National Emergency Commission issued Red (high risk) and Orange (medium risk) ratings for the central and eastern regions of Costa Rica. Heavy rainfall caused approximately 500 landslides and flooding incidents, which will likely continue through 26 July 2021. Routes 10, 32, 36, 224, 225, 230, and 415 are closed in several places. Several individuals have been declared missing.

Protests Across Japan to Take Place on July 24

Protests across Japan have been planned for 24 July to combat the restrictions and protective measures against COVID-19. Protests in Okinawa will occur at 16:00 local time, protests in Nagoya will occur at 17:00 local time, protests in Hokkaido will occur at 11:00 local time, and Tokyo protests will occur at 14:30 local time. Expected turnout is unknown.

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