Until November 6 at the earliest, southern Thailand will experience severe weather. Forecast by the Thai Meteorological Department, the weather will include strong rains and heavy rainfall. Landslides and flash flooding are both expected to occur during and after.
On November 4, red warnings were issued for Catalonia due to heavy rainfall and flooding. Currently 15 flights have been cancelled and roads leading to the airport are blocked, causing severe disruptions to El Prat Airport in Barcelona. Several highways have been closed and all commuter trains in northeast Catalonia have been suspended. This follows storms in Valencia which has killed at least 217 people.
On November 4, Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano erupted, spewing volcanic materials up to 2000 meters (6,561 feet) into the air. Hot ash hit a nearby village, collapsing houses and causing at least 10 deaths. At least 10,000 people have been affected in the Wulanggitang District. Due to increased activity, authorities raised the alert level to IV, the highest level in the Volcanological Survey of Indonesia’s (PVMBG) four-tiered system. Additional eruptions are possible.
On November 12, Metro unions will strike to demand higher pay, more flexible work schedules, and other employment amenities. This follows strikes that will occur from November 1-8. Significant travel disruptions are expected causing further disruptions to businesses. Associated demonstrations are likely to take place.
On October 30, the UK Health Security Agency confirmed the UK’s first case of mpox clade 1b, detected in London. Clade 1b spreads more easily and has a higher fatality rate than other strains. The virus spreads through close contact with infected individuals, animals, contaminated items, or respiratory droplets. Symptoms include rash, swollen lymph nodes, blisters, fever, sore throat, headaches, muscle aches, and exhaustion.
Between October 31 and November 1, Typhoon Kong-rey will make landfall on parts of Luzon island and then is expected to intensify into a super typhoon before making landfall in Taiwan. The typhoon will also impact parts of the Philippines and the Okinawa region of Japan. Heavy rains and high tides will impact travel, businesses, and electricity.
On October 31, public sector workers in Italy will strike nationwide, impacting services like transportation, healthcare, and education. An associated protest by educators will be held at the Ministry of Education in Rome at 10:00 AM, responding to the 2025 budget law and rising socio-economic inequality.
As of October 30, torrential rain throughout east, central and southern Spain has caused flash floods resulting in at least 63 deaths and hundreds injured. Valencia has been most heavily impacted, though Tarragona, Castellon, and Andalusia have also seen extensive flooding, leading to widespread disruptions. Buildings, roads and infrastructure in affected areas remain submerged. Adverse weather will likely continue through November 1.
Protesters will gather over the coming days in Georgia, to challenge the results of the Georgian parliamentary election which analysts state had widespread irregularities. Widespread unrest is expected across the country, and Georgian President Zourabichvili has called for citizens to take to the streets in protest. Heightened security and disruptions should be expected in the coming days.
On November 8 through November 9, a strike will be held across italy by public transport workers. Bus, metro, tram, and rail services will all be affected. In accordance with Italian Law, all public transport will still maintain the minimum level of service, and will not shut down completely.