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Excessive snowfall traps thousands in Nepal on October 29 and still ongoing; exercise caution.

Advisories / By / November 2, 2025

At least 1,500 people, including 200 foreign tourists, have been trapped in Tilicho, Khangsar, Pisang, Upper Manang, and Humde due to continuous snowfall, prompting the Nepalese Army to conduct a rescue operation. The Meteorological Forecasting Division has issued a special warning for sudden rises in river levels across Koshi, Bagmati, and Madhesh provinces. Heightened landslide risks, particularly in Koshi province are expected.

Expect heightened security in Trinidad and Tobago over the coming months after the government extended state of emergency.

Advisories / By / November 2, 2025

The state of emergency was extended a second time for three months on October 31. The measure is aimed at combating criminal networks operating from within prisons who are attempting to target police and government officials. Under the SoE, the authorities can conduct searches and arrests without a warrant. No curfews or movement restrictions have been announced thus far. The extension of the SoE comes amid heightened regional tensions related to US airstrikes off the coast of Venezuela.

Defer all non essential travel through October 30 as category 5 Hurricane Melissa moves across the Caribbean

Advisories / By / October 27, 2025

Tropical Storm Melissa has intensified into a category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of up to 140 mph and is forecasted to pass over Kingston, Jamaica, before tracking towards southern Cuba on October 28 and the Bahamas on October 29. Airports in Jamaica are suspending operations, seaports are closed, and authorities warn of up to 30–40 inches of rainfall, storm surge, flash floods, and landslides across mountainous terrains.

Cases of Oropouche virus increased and spread across seven regions in Panama as of October 24; exercise caution when outdoors.

Advisories / By / October 25, 2025

Health officials have reported a recent uptick in Oropouche virus infection rates due to deforestation and increasingly warm climates. The virus is primarily transmitted to humans from midge and mosquito bites, and there is currently no vaccine. Common symptoms include high fevers, headaches, muscle and joint pain, and potential skin rashes. The virus is currently active in Panamá Metro, Los Santos, Herrera, Panamá Norte, Veraguas, Panamá Oeste, Coclé, Darién, and Panamá Este.

Health authorities warn of a measles outbreak in multiple regions of New Zealand as of October 24; exercise caution while travelling.

Advisories / By / October 25, 2025

Eight cases of measles have been reported in Auckland, Nelson, Northland, Manawatū, Wellington and Taranaki that have been traced back to a Bluebridge ferry from October 3. Measles is an highly contagious disease that spreads through airborne particles. Symptoms may begin 7-14 days after infection with a fever, runny nose, Koplik spots, and a rash. Health New Zealand warns that additional cases are likely.

Severe weather and wildfires cause fatalities and infrastructure damage across New Zealand on October 23.  

Advisories / By / October 24, 2025

Severe weather and wildfires have caused fatalities and widespread infrastructural damage across New Zealand, including Kaikoura and parts of the North and South Islands. Strong winds, flooding, and fires have disrupted power, blocked highways, and damaged buildings. Recovery and repair efforts are ongoing, and residual travel and utility disruptions are expected through the end of the month.

Avoid non-essential travel and reconfirm flights as Storm Benjamin moves across Western Europe; expect residual effects.

Advisories / By / October 23, 2025

Storm Benjamin has affected multiple Western European countries, including France, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Portugal. Benjamin left over 100,000 households without power in France. The storm is currently moving away from the U.K. and is heading east towards Denmark. Benjamin has brought strong winds, heavy rainfall, flooding, and power outages across Western Europe.

A 30-day state of emergency will heighten security measures in Lima, Peru starting October 22.

Advisories / By / October 22, 2025

A 30-day state of emergency was declared in the capital of Peru starting October 22. This declaration made by Peru’s new president Jerí in an attempt to limit violence within the city after a wave of violent protests. Soldiers have already started patrolling the streets. Some civil liberties will be suspended including the freedom of assembly.

Outbreak of whooping cough in Ushuaia, Argentina, confirmed on October 18; exercise caution. 

Advisories / By / October 20, 2025

An outbreak of whooping cough (pertussis) in Ushuaia, Argentina, is mostly affecting adults. There is 58 confirmed and 135 suspected cases. The disease spreads easily through coughs and sneezes and causes severe coughing, runny nose, fever, and fatigue; it can lead to serious complications but is preventable with vaccination and treatable with antibiotics.

Civil servants will participate in a 24-hour nationwide strike across Portugal on October 24; expect service disruptions and delays.

Advisories / By / October 19, 2025

The Common Front of Public Administration Workers, a large Portuguese trade union, organized the strike on October 24 to oppose the government’s proposed salary increase. The work stoppage is expected to impact services in various government sectors, including healthcare, transportation, and port services. The National Federation of Doctors (FNAM) will also strike to coincide with the civil service strike. These unions claim that new government policies are putting the public at risk.

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