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Severe Weather to Strike South Africa Again on July 10

Advisories / By / 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.

Nationwide Protests in the Philippines Likely to Continue Until July 9

Advisories / By / 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 / 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 / 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 / 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.

Severe Weather Alerts Issued Through July 3 in Mexico

Advisories / By / July 1, 2020

Through July 3, orange- and red-level warnings for thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, strong winds, and tornadoes across the country have been issued. Flooding and landslides are possible due to heavy rainfall. High possibilities of power outages and transportation disruptions exist, including delays and cancellations of flights and trains.

Protests in Seoul, South Korea to Take Place on July 4

Advisories / By / July 1, 2020

The Korean Confederation of Trade Unions have scheduled to protest on 4 July in the Jung district of Seoul. At least 100,000 protestors are expected. The start time and duration have not yet been confirmed, but expect traffic delays in the area. Violent protests are uncommon in South Korea but not unheard of. A possibility for violence should not be ruled out.

Legislation in Turkey Affecting Bar Associations Spark Protests in Antalya, Izmir, and Istanbul on June 29

Advisories / By / June 29, 2020

On June 29th and 30th, lawyers’ associations have planned to protest in multiple cities to denounce the proposed legislation that is to alter the structure of bar associations in Turkey. On June 29th, protests have been confirmed in Antalya, outside the Antalya Museum at 1700 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and in Izmir, a march from the Ismir Mar Association Building to Kibris Sehitleri Caddesi at 1900 GMT. On June 30th, a protest has been confirmed in Istanbul, outside the Istanbul Palace of Justice at 1230 GMT.

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