Cyclone Nivar is forecast to strengthen and make landfall over southern India on the evening of 25 November. The storm is active with high winds reaching up to 74 km/h which may increase to 130 km/h within the next five days. High winds, heavy rainfall, and severe storm surges will likely cause severe damage. Anticipate flooding near coastlines and in low-lying areas.
Travelers visiting Greece on 25 and 26 November, should anticipate disruption and reconfirm flights. The country’s air traffic control staff has joined a nationwide general strike against the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and controversial new labour legislations. The industrial action will be observed from 06:00 to 12:00 (all times local) and 12:00 to 18:00 on 25 November and from 00:01 to 23:59 on 26 November.
Anti-immigration protests organized by the uMkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans’ Association (MKMVA) are planned to occur in Durban from 23-25 November. The protests follow threats and attacks on foreign business owners which included forcefully closing and looting shops. Previous demonstrations resulted in the use of rubber bullets and tear gas by the police. Clashes between demonstrators and security forces are highly likely.
Protest planned for 23 November by hospitality sector workers against COVID-19 restrictions. The participants will be gathering at 15:00 local time at Place de Verdun. This event is expected to pass off peacefully but could cause travel disruptions.
Yellow vest organizers plan to stage a protest in Paris on 20 November. Participants are expected to gather in front of Place du Président Edouard Herriot at 14:00 local time. Recent yellow vest protests have resulted in clashes between police and demonstrators. It is highly likely tear-gas will be used to disperse crowds.
Members should avoid all anti-government protests that will occur on 18 and 20 November in Santiago. On both dates, protestors plan to march from Universidad de Chile metro station to La Moneda at 17:00 local time. Social groups have called for these protests to demand President Sebastian Pinera’s resignation. Expect heightened security near these protests, which endanger bystander safety.
On 17 November clashes between police and protesters left many with injuries. Tear gas, water cannons, and gunshots were all reported at the most recent protest. While police are denying responsibility and investigating where the gunshots originated, extreme caution is advised. More protests and confrontations are to be expected.
Currently, on 17 November, members should avoid the vicinity of Avenue de France due to unruly protests by striking trash collectors and members of the “Yellow Vests” movement. Participants have blockaded the avenue between Rue Neuve Tolbiac and Rue Thomas Mann with burning objects. Heightened security is expected.
Rail services between Bradford and London’s King’s Cross station will be suspended on 21-22 November for maintenance. London North Eastern Railway management is advising travelers not to travel between King’s Cross station or St. Pancras via Finsbury Park for the duration of the maintenance period.
As of 17 November, the Austrian government will be advancing their partial lockdown to a “comprehensive” national lockdown. Residents will be required to stay indoors except for medical visits, sanctioned shopping, and exercise. All nonessential businesses will close. Further restrictions are anticipated and will be announced in the coming days.