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Transportation workers will participate in a nationwide strike across the Philippines from August 10–12, disrupting transportation services. 

Advisories / By / August 6, 2026

Jeepney drivers affiliated with the Federation of Drivers and United Transportation Terminals (Manibela) have launched a strike to urge the government to address rising fuel prices. The group is also calling for a fare increase across all public utility vehicles to help drivers cope with higher operating costs. The nationwide transport disruption is expected to place additional pressure on the government’s free-ride program, lead to travel delays, and increase demand for alternative modes of transportation.

Authorities have reported an increase in chikungunya infections in Nicaragua and advise travelers to take precautions against mosquito bites.

Advisories / By / August 6, 2026

Chikungunya is a viral infection transmitted through mosquito bites, with no specific treatment and a limited vaccine supply. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Nicaragua due to an increase in reported cases, particularly in the capital, Managua. Common symptoms include fever, joint pain, rash, nausea, and fatigue. The symptoms usually resolve within 10 days; however, rare severe cases have led to fatalities. Wearing insect repellent, long sleeves and pants, and remaining inside with air conditioning are the best preventative measures.

Tour de France Femmes’ penultimate stage will disrupt access to Nice-Côte d’Azur Airport from August 7-8 in Nice, France.

Advisories / By / August 6, 2026

The penultimate stage of the Tour de France Femmes, a significant annual sporting event, will end in Nice on August 8. This sporting event will disrupt access to Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (NCE) from 4:00-8:00 PM on August 7 and from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM on August 8. Traffic closures will be in place along Promenade des Anglais and Voie Pierre Mathis from 2:00-7:00 PM on August 8. Road closures in Nice will continue through August 9.

Exercise caution and monitor local media following the eruption of Fuego Volcano in Guatemala on August 3-4.

Advisories / By / August 4, 2026

Guatemalan authorities report ongoing volcanic activity at Fuego Volcano beginning on August 3 and intensifying on August 4. An orange alert, the second-highest on a four-tier scale, is in effect, and evacuations are ongoing. Road closures, most notably along National Route 14, are in effect, and operations at La Aurora International Airport may be disrupted if the wind shifts. Further air quality reducations and transportation disruptions are expected.

Tropical Depression Luis and the southwest monsoon will bring rain and strong winds to Luzon Island, Philippines, from August 3-6.

Advisories / By / August 3, 2026

Tropical Depression Luis made landfall in northern Luzon on August 3 at 5:30 PM, delivering torrential downpours and wind gusts up to 46 mph. Forecasts show Luis will recurve toward the east-northeast in the next 24 hours before losing intensity. However, from August 5 to 6, the southwest monsoon will cause additional rain, flooding, and potential landslides across Luzon Island, especially in Pangasinan.

Transport workers in Honduras threaten an indefinite national strike starting August 3 if August 2 negotiations fail; expect travel disruptions.

Advisories / By / August 1, 2026

Honduran public transport leaders have threatened a nationwide strike on August 3 if the government does not agree to pay roughly 180 million lempiras in outstanding compensatory bonuses and impose stricter security measures against gang extortion. The resultant strike will likely cause disruptions to bus, minibus, and taxi services across the country’s major urban areas and highways.

Exercise caution and expect heightened security following the arrest of a CJNG leader in Jalisco, Mexico.

Advisories / By / July 31, 2026

On July 30, Mexican authorities announced the arrest of Ramón Ángel Álvarez Ayala, leader of a Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) cell. CJNG is one of the most powerful cartels in Mexico and often retaliates when its leaders are arrested. This includes attacks in popular tourist cities such as Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara. Heightened security is expected across Jalisco and neighboring states, including troop deployments and roadblocks.

A total solar eclipse will be visible across Spain on August 12; large crowds and travel disruptions are expected.

Advisories / By / July 31, 2026

A total solar eclipse will enter northwestern Spain around 7:30 PM on August 12 and exit over the Balearic Islands shortly after 9:20 PM. The path of totality will pass through A Coruña, Oviedo, León, Bilbao, Zaragoza, Valencia, and Palma, attracting thousands of domestic and international visitors. Increased demand on roadways, public transportation, and accommodations is likely, particularly near popular viewing areas. Localized traffic disruptions, crowding, and an increased law enforcement presence are expected.

Wildfires have been burning in Attica, Crete, and Paros, Greece since July 29; exercise extreme caution and closely monitor alerts.

Advisories / By / July 31, 2026

Wind-driven wildfires burning since July 29 have killed three firefighters and displaced thousands in Greece. A blaze in Rethymno, Crete has burned roughly 11,000 acres and forced 8,000 evacuations. On July 31, fires reached western Attica, as well as Aspropyrgos and Mount Poikilo inside Athens’ urban limits. Fires also remain active on Paros, Achaia and Argolida, with a Category 5 (extreme) fire risk forecast for Attica, Evia, Crete and the Cyclades on August 1.

Feria de las Flores will take place in Medellín, Colombia, from July 31 to August 09; expect heightened security.

Advisories / By / July 30, 2026

Feria de las Flores will take place from July 31 to August 9 across multiple venues in Medellín, Colombia. The festival will transform the city with parades, concerts, folkloric exhibitions in Parques de Rio, and its most anticipated desfile de Silleteros. The event is expected to attract over 2 million attendees across its 10-day run. With high attendance expected, the event is likely to cause travel delays throughout Avenida Regional in Medellín. Moreover, it is likely that pickpocketing and theft will occur throughout the event.

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