Through at least October 20 in Mexico, severe weather is expected in various coastal regions due to a low pressure weather system. High winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding are all likely as a result of the storms. The regions of Veracruz, Tabasco, and Nuevo León will be the most heavily affected, with three casualties already reported in Nuevo León.
Storm Ashley issued nationwide weather warnings in Ireland for October 20. Orange wind warnings have been issued for Galway and Mayo and yellow warnings for the rest of Ireland. The storm is expected to bring coastal flooding, large waves, poor driving conditions, damage to buildings, power outages, and severe thunderstorms.
Severe weather will persist in France over the coming days. Heavy rain will affect eastern and southern regions until October 18, while light rain is expected in the west through October 19. Northwestern areas will face strong winds and rain until at least October 21. Flooding, landslides, power outages, and road closures have occurred, and almost 1000 people have been evacuated. Rescue operations are ongoing.
There has been one confirmed fatality.
As of October 18, Cuba is experiencing power outages due to a major failure at the Antonio Guiteras power plant. This has disrupted businesses, transportation, telecommunications, and increased security risks. Protests against the government may occur. Technicians are working to restore power, but there is no estimated timeline for resolution.
Protesters will gather in areas throughout Tbilisi beginning at 5:00 PM. Following these gatherings, protesters will begin marching towards Liberty Square at 7:00 PM. Protest organizers state that protesters are gathering in support of EU candidacy for Georgia with voting taking place on October 26. Clashes with police are likely. Police have stated that tear-gas and other means of crowd control will be used, likely posing threats to bystanders.
Since October 16, education workers from the Unitary Union of Education Workers of Peru (SUTEP) are on strike indefinitely to demand higher wages. Demonstrations are expected to last through October 21 and have taken place in Lima, Arequipa, Ica, and Tumbes. Clashes between law enforcement and protesters are possible. Disruptions to classes are likely.
On October 20 at 12:00 PM, activists associated with the Platform for Constitutional Spain and affiliate organizations will protest at Plaza de Castilla. The demonstration is planned to denounce the deterioration of democracy and demand a new general election. Increased security and disruptions on roads and walkways are likely. Clashes between police and demonstrators are possible.
In the coming months, individuals in Japan and South Korea should closely monitor developments amid rising tensions with North Korea. Recently, North Korea labeled South Korea a “hostile state” following acts of aggression toward South Korea, including the destruction of roads and railways. South Korean authorities are particularly concerned as the U.S. election approaches on November 5.
From October 16 through October 20, Italy will experience severe rainfall and storms across the country with high potential for flooding and landslides. The weather will be most intense in the regions of Tuscany and Liguria. The regions of Emilia-Romagna, Piedmont, and Lombardy will also experience serious weather, though less severe.
Over the coming week, activists affiliated with the National Universities Union Front will strike and protest across Argentina. The actions are to denounce President Milei’s prevention of funding increases for public universities. Affiliated university workers will strike nationwide from October 17-18. Associated protests have taken place at various universities including Universidad Nacional de La Plata and Universidad de Buenos Aires. Additional protests are likely through at least October 21. Minor clashes are possible.