Advisories

Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected across central and eastern Ecuador until at least September 25.

Heavy rain and thunderstorm warnings have been issued for multiple provinces across central and eastern Ecuador, as well as the northern coasts. The storms are forecast through at least September 25. This is likely to cause some electronic disruptions. Flooding and landslides are possible, which may require evacuations. Any flooding is likely to impact travel if roadways and bridges become impassable. 

The Popular Front of India holds ‘hartal’ protests on September 23 across Kerala & Karnataka, southwest India.

As of September 23, the Popular Front of India (PFI) are holding ongoing ‘hartal’ protests across the Kerala and Karnataka regions, southwest India. This is in opposition to the arrest of numerous members for alleged terrorism links. Violent clashes between protesters and police have occurred across the regions. Protesters have also vandalised state-owned vehicles, which has resulted in civilian injuries. The violence is expected to last for at least the entire day.

A student protest is planned at Agia Sofia Square in Thessaloniki, Greece at 7:30 PM on September 22.

A student protest is planned in Thessaloniki, Greece at 7:30 PM on September 22. The demonstration will occur at Agia Sofia Square. Students throughout Greece have been protesting the deployment of police officers to university campuses since September 17. Police have forcibly dispersed these demonstrations by using tear gas and water cannons.

Tsunami threat issued for coastal areas around Michoacán, Mexico, following magnitude 7.6 earthquake on September 19. High waves are anticipated.

A magnitude 7.6 scale earthquake struck Michoacán, Mexico on September 19. The earthquake has reportedly killed at least two people and caused infrastructure damage to coastal areas. A tsunami threat has thus been issued for these areas in Michoacán for the coming days. Waves as high as 10 feet are predicted, and could cause further major damage and loss of life.

Two police officers were injured in a stabbing attack in Leicester Square, London, United Kingdom on September 16.

A stabbing attack occurred in Leicester Square, London, United Kingdom on September 16. Two police officers were injured in the assault. The suspect was arrested and a significant law enforcement presence is still present around the area. The cause of the attack is unknown, though it is not believed to be related to the Queen’s death or to be an organized act of terrorism.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected across northeastern and eastern Spain, and the Balearic Islands through at least September 17.

The Spanish State Meteorological Agency have issued weather warnings across northeastern and eastern Spain, as well as the Balearic Islands through at least September 17. Thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning, and heavy rain are expected. This may result in flooding and landslides, causing travel disruptions and cancelled transport services. Power outages are also expected.

Yellow vest organizations are planning to gather in Paris, France on September 17 at Place du Palais Royal at 2:00 PM with a variety of government demands.

Protestors are planning to gather in Paris, France on September 17 at Place du Palais Royal at 2:00 PM. They will then march to Place Falguière at 3:00 PM. The protest is organized by various yellow vest organizations regarding a variety of issues, and demonstrators are demanding the resignation of President Emmanuel Macron.

A bomb threat was reported at a hotel inside a mall in Gurugram, India on September 13.

A bomb threat was reported on September 13, 11:55 AM at a 5-star hotel inside Ambience Mall in Gurugram, India. Heightened security has been in place following the arrival of the police and the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad. The hotel has been successfully evacuated, and a search operation is currently in place. Temporary closure of nearby metro stations and roadblocks around the mall are likely.

Anti-government protests are expected in Brasilia & Sao Paulo, Brazil on September 10. Anticipate localized disruption.

Anti-government protests are expected in Brasilia and Sao Paulo, Brazil on September 10. Protesters plan to gather at the Honestino Guimaraes National Museum in Brasilia and at the Museum of Art Sao Paulo Assis Chateaubriand, though exact timing is unknown. The demonstrations will likely be well attended, thus causing travel disruptions. Clashes with the heightened security forces are possible

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