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Worldwide Protests Set for August 14 in Solidarity with Hong Kong Protests

Hong Kong solidarity protests will be staged on 14 August:
• Brisbane, Australia – in front of the Chinese Consulate, 08:00 local time
• Edinburgh, United Kingdom (UK) – in front of the Chinese Consulate, 14:00
• London, UK – in front of the Chinese Embassy, 12:30
• Frankfurt, Germany – in the vicinity of St. Paul’s Square (Paulsplatz), 18:00
• Milan, Italy – in front of the Chinese Consulate, 18:00
• Turin, Italy – in the vicinity of Piazza Castello, 09:30
• The Hague, the Netherlands – in front of the International Court of Justice headquarters, 17:00
• New York City, United States (US) – in front of the Chinese Consulate, 12:30
• Washington, DC, US – in front of the US Capitol, 17:00.

Severe Weather Warning for the United Kingdom in Place from August 12 – 14

A severe weather warning has been issued for the northwestern regions of England, North Wales, and the West Midlands from August 12-14. An amber warning for flash floods, lightning, and hail has been issued for Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and Inverness. The UK Environmental Agency has released 5 additional flood alerts for Birmingham and surrounding areas as well as 17 flood alerts for various areas in Scotland.

Protests Against Prime Minister in Bangkok, Thailand on August 16

On August 16, a protest demanding the resignation of the military backed-Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is scheduled to be held in Bangkok. Protesters are planning to gather at the Democracy Monument from 15:00-21:00 local time. Although the expected turnout for the protest has not yet been confirmed, previous related gatherings have been attended by thousands of protesters.

Demonstrations to Take Place in Edinburg, United Kingdom on August 13

A demonstration by activists in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community in Poland is scheduled to take place in Prince Street Gardens on August 13, 2020, at approximately 16:30 local time by the Wojtek Monument. The expected duration and demonstrator turn out is currently unknown. However, potential disruptions to traffic are expected.

Protests in Cordoba, Argentina to Take Place August 13

Activists are calling for a demonstration at 18:30 local time on August 13 on Avenida Colon in Cordoba, Argentine. The demonstrators are looking to protest the alleged killing of a young person by police. A heightened security presence and related transportation disruptions are expected in the area.

Canada to Take on Heatwave August 10 through August 13

A heatwave will affect Eastern Canada from August 10th to at least August 13th. Temperatures as high as 28º-32º C are highly likely. The excessive heat and dry conditions may lead to increased wildfire activity making air conditions dangerous for vulnerable groups such as children, elderly, and those with respiratory issues.

Severe Weather to Affect China Between August 6 and 9

Rounds of heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms are forecasted to affect parts of Northern and Eastern China between August 6 and 9. The China Meteorological Administration has already issued bulletins for heavy rain, flooding, and convective storms across parts of the affected areas. The storms will be capable of producing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and small hail. Gusts in excess of 97 kph (60 mph) are possible and power outages and flooding are likely.

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