Over the coming days, expect heavy rain, flooding, and landslides across southern Mexico. There is a high likelihood that a tropical cyclone will develop. The National Meteorological Service has issued heavy rainfall warnings for Campeche, Chiapas, Quintana Roo and Yucatan states.
Over the coming days, protesters in urban centers nationwide will demonstrate against the far-right National Rally party. Clashes between protesters and police are likely. Protests will likely continue through the snap elections from June 30 to July 7.
Expect anti-far-right protests in urban centers across Germany from June 20-29. The protests are largely organized against the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. Clashes with police or rival demonstrators may occur.
Expect further anti-government protests across Kenya in the coming days in response to the 2024 Finance Bill. Protesters have called for “seven days of rage” from June 21-27, including a potential blockade of the main roads leading to Nairobi. Demonstrations at the Parliament and State House buildings have also been planned.
The US Embassy in Mexico issued a nationwide Weather Alert on June 17 due to anticipated heavy rainfall, strong winds, and a possible tropical storm. Heavy rainfall is expected to begin Monday and develop into severe weather by midweek. The severe weather could develop into Tropical Storm Alberto.
From June 26-27, expect disruptions across Northern Ireland, United Kingdom due to a 24 hour senior doctor strike. The strike is in response to an ongoing pay dispute. Health services throughout Northern Ireland will likely face major disruptions over the duration of the strike.
From June 10-12, major travel disruptions are expected in Manila, Philippines due to Independence Day celebrations. Urban areas will be most affected, with road blocks likely causing public transportation delays.
On June 17, at 8:00 AM, unionized healthcare workers will strike for 24 hours. This is a result of unsuccessful negotiations with their local healthcare authority. The strike will impact emergency services and medical institutions citywide.
Expect heightened security and travel disruptions from June 1 until June 5 in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea due to the 2024 Korea-Africa Summit. The summit will bring representatives from 48 African countries to the Korea International Exhibition Centre. Authorities will raise the terror alert level in Seoul and Gyeonggi to “caution” on June 1 and “warning” from June 2-5.
Starting June 4 and continuing over the coming weeks, mass gatherings are expected to occur across India following the results of the general election. There are currently no confirmations of planned gatherings, but major cities are at risk of experiencing protests.