Typhoon Chan-hom is expected to cause disruption throughout Japan from 8 October through 11 October. Okinawa, Kyushu, and parts of Honshu island are expected to be most affected. Strong wind and high tide warnings are in place for coastal areas. Coastal flooding, heavy rain, and strong winds are also expected in central and southern Honshu.
A student-led demonstration is scheduled to take place at 12:00 local time on 9 October outside of the Ministry of Education. Students are protesting against the lack of funds in education and remote learning. Expect localized disruptions due to a large turnout.
Protests staged by the Committee for the Defense of the Republic (CDR) are planned for 13 October at the City of Justice (Ciutat de la Justícia) building. The demonstrations are in support of CDR members undergoing trial and will begin at 11:00 local time in front of the building.
Members in Okinawa and Kyushu regions should plan for potential travel disruption during Tropical Storm Chan-hom until at least 10 October. Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) says the storm could strengthen as it moves in a northwesterly direction. Heavy rain and strong winds are expected across Okinawa from 7 October, and several prefectures in Kyushu from 9 October, potentially causing flooding and landslides.
Strikes organized by the Air Traffic Controllers Association (EEEKE) and the Union of Electric Engineers for Air Traffic Safety (ENIMAEK) over unpaid salaries will occur nationwide on 7-8 October. On both days, EEEKE workers will be on strike from 08:00 to 12:00 local time and ENIMAEK workers will be on strike from 12:00 to 16:00 local time.
On 6 October, an unexploded Second World War ordnance was discovered during construction works in the area of Luxemburger Strasse in the Klettenberg district. Operations to dispose of the ordnance are expected in the coming hours. People are required to evacuate the vicinity until the bomb is defused.
Clashes between police and protesters at the intersection of Route 5 and Avenida Francisco de Aguirre, in La Serena neighborhood in Coquimbo, Elqui Province, Chile tonight 5 October. The protesters have reportedly blocked part of Avenida Francisco de Aguirre with burning objects.
Heavy rain and associated flooding have affected much of the Southland region (South Island). Environment Southland (ES) has issued a flood warning due to rising rivers in the region. The New Zealand MetService forecasts heavy rain and strong winds until at least 6 October in Westland district, Otago, Southland, Fiordland, and Canterbury regions. Further disruptions, including power outages, can be expected.
Protests by anti-fascist groups against the far-right Golden Dawn party are scheduled to take place on 7 October. In Athens, activists will gather from 09:00 (local time) at the Court of Appeals. In Thessaloniki (Central Macedonia region), a related protest is scheduled for 09:30 (local time) on Archaias Agoras Square. Further gatherings should be anticipated in urban centers across the country.
A series of 85 wildfires broke out early on 1 October claiming four lives, causing hospitalizations, and damaging structures. 43 fires remain active, as high wind gusts complicate firefighting efforts. Transportation in parts of Luhansk oblast has been limited to emergency responders as fires may continue to spread in the upcoming hours.