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World War II-era Bomb Disposal Operation in Potsdam, Germany on July 15

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 14, 2020 July 14, 2020

Authorities will begin the disposal of an unexploded World War II-era bomb at 8:00 July 15. Authorities will impose an 800 meter (2,600 feet) exclusion zone around Arado Lake, where it was discovered. All buildings within the exclusion zone must be evacuated by 8:00, including residences. Numerous roads will be closed and S-Bahn metro trains from Berlin will stop at Potsdam-Babelsberg station until the operation has concluded.

Protests to Take Place in Paris, France on July 14

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 13, 2020 July 13, 2020

On 14 July a protest is planned to begin at Place de la Republique and will march to Place de la Bastille. This protest by healthcare workers coincides with another rally planned by the Yellow Vests. Security may forcibly disperse the protesters, creating risk for bystanders.

Nationwide Protests in Brazil on July 10

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 10, 2020 July 10, 2020

Activist groups in Brazil have called for nationwide protests throughout Brazil on July 10 to denounce President Bolsonaro and the government’s mismanagement of the nation during the COVID-19 outbreak. Protests are expected to follow social distancing guidelines but police and Pro-Bolsonaro group violence is still likely to occur.

Severe Weather to Strike South Africa Again on July 10

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 10, 2020 July 10, 2020

Severe weather conditions in Western Cape have caused travel disruptions. Vehicles have been damaged and stranded on the N2 highway near Baden Powell Drive, Cape Town, and a road between Villiersdorp and Worcester. Hundreds of residents across Western Cape have been affected by widespread power outages due to weather conditions. Another cold front is expected to hit Western Cape on July 10, in the afternoon or evening. The cold front will bring heavy rain, snow, gale-force winds.

Manila Rail Services Suspended Due to Employees Testing Positive for COVID-19

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 8, 2020 July 8, 2020

The Manila Metro Rail Transit System Line 3 (MRT-3) rail services have been suspended from July 7 to July 11 by the Department of Transportation. This suspension is due to several employees testing positive for COVID-19.

Strikes on Behalf of Health Workers to Begin in Madrid, Spain on June 13

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 8, 2020 July 8, 2020

Beginning on June 13th health workers and professionals have called for an indefinite strike. The strike will continue until demands are met by the Ministry of Health. This strike will lead to major disruptions in public health services.

Nationwide Protests in the Philippines Likely to Continue Until July 9

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 6, 2020 July 6, 2020

Protests denouncing the government’s Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 are likely to last until July 9 nationwide. Protests are likely in major cities such as Metro Manila and Cebu City. Demonstrators previously gathered at multiple university campuses and may also march or motorcade in city centers. Transportation is expected to be impacted or delayed.

Dry Season in Russia Likely to Cause Wildfires Through September

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 6, 2020 July 6, 2020

Russia is encountering an unusually dry season and will experience sporadic wildfires until the end of September. These wildfires can lead to evacuations, road closures, and ground transport diversions. The resulting smoke can irritate eyes, the respiratory system, and worsen chronic heart and lung diseases.

Yellow Vest Protests in France to Take Place on July 4

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 3, 2020 July 3, 2020

Members of the ‘Yellow Vests’ movement have called for countrywide protests on July 4. In Paris, participants are scheduled to meet at 11:30 local time in front of Levallois-Perret Town Hall before marching to Gare du Nord. In La Roche-sur-Yon. Protesters will gather at 14:00 local time at the Centre Hospitalier Departemental Vendee. Additional protests are likely to occur in other unannounced cities outside of other government buildings.

Protest Scheduled for July 3 in Rome, Italy

Advisories / By SafeAbroad / July 1, 2020 July 1, 2020

The political party, Brothers of Italy, have scheduled a protest for 4 July. The protest will take place at Piazza del Popolo in Rome. Local authorities have permitted a maximum of 2,000 protestors. Expect traffic delays and the possibility of violence as is common with protests in Rome.

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World War II-era Bomb Disposal Operation in Potsdam, Germany on July 15

Protests to Take Place in Paris, France on July 14

Nationwide Protests in Brazil on July 10

Severe Weather to Strike South Africa Again on July 10

Manila Rail Services Suspended Due to Employees Testing Positive for COVID-19

Strikes on Behalf of Health Workers to Begin in Madrid, Spain on June 13

Nationwide Protests in the Philippines Likely to Continue Until July 9

Dry Season in Russia Likely to Cause Wildfires Through September

Yellow Vest Protests in France to Take Place on July 4

Protest Scheduled for July 3 in Rome, Italy

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