Advisories

On June 7, police forcibly dispersed a group of student protestors outside the University of Sri Jayewardenepura in Colombo, Sri Lanka

On the afternoon of June 7, Police in Colombo, Sri Lanka forcibly dispersed a group of student and faculty protestors outside the University of Sri Jayewardenepura at Wijerama Junction. Students had gathered to demand the release of other student activists arrested in earlier protests. Localized travel and security disruptions can be expected in the coming hours, with the possibility that demonstrations may reform. 

Anticipate residual travel and safety disruptions following a building fire in Via D’Onofrio, Colli Aniene, Rome, Italy on June 2

On June 2, emergency crews responded to a fire in Via D’Onofrio, Colli Aniene, Rome, Italy. The fire was the result of a number of explosions at the construction site, though the root cause is unknown. One person has reportedly died as a result of the fire with at least ten others being sent to the hospital. The fire has reportedly been put out, though the area has yet to be declared safe.

Dutch student activists occupied the Roeterseiland Complex in the University of Amsterdam late May 16 during environmentalist demonstrations.

Climate activists occupied the University of Amsterdam’s Roeterseiland Complex late May 16. Student groups demonstrated throughout the building before announcing plans to occupy the grounds overnight and into May 17. Participants demand that the University end commitments to fossil fuel and divest funding for programs that encourage CO2 emissions.

On May 15, truckers in Copenhagen, Denmark are expected to blockade major roads and highways as part of a nationwide strike.

Anticipate severe travel disruptions throughout Denmark on May 15 due to a nationwide truck drivers’ strike. Participants are expected to blockade the major highways and roads leading in and out of Copenhagen, an action authorities have already declared as illegal. Clashes between protesters and police are likely. 

From May 4, anticipate severe disruptions due to the eruption of the Fuego Volcano 25 miles outside of Guatemala City, Guatemala.

The Fuego Volcano, located 25 miles from Guatemala City, began erupting on May 4, forcing evacuations in surrounding communities. The eruption remains ongoing and could force flight cancellations should the ash cloud switch direction towards the city. Authorities  have closed  the RN-14 highway and are warning of the possibility of mudslides due to an upcoming rainstorm. 

Hundreds of thousands participate in May Day protests across Europe on May 1, impacting travel in France, the UK, Germany, and Italy.

May Day protests spread across Europe on May 1, disrupting travel in France, the UK, Germany, and Italy. French unions have taken to the streets in Paris to demand an end to pension reform. Protesters in Italy, UK, and Germany have reached the hundreds of thousands, and are expected to disrupt access to health, public transport, and national monuments through May 2.

A car ramming in Tel Aviv has killed 1 and severely injured at least 5 tourists late April 7, ending in a brief fatal encounter between police and the suspect.

A vehicle ramming in Tel Aviv has caused delays and heightened security on April 7. At least 1 person is confirmed killed, with around 5 others seriously injured. The suspect drove his car through a pedestrian lane at the Charles Clore Park, striking many tourists and being shot and killed by police after a brief encounter. In response, Prime Minister Netanyahu has called up border reserves to increase security.

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