Advisories

Expect an elevated security presence along the Quai de Grenelle in Paris, France, following a deadly stabbing on December 2.

On December 2, a man armed with a knife and hammer attacked three people, killing one, along the Quai de Grenelle in Paris, France, near the Eiffel Tower. The assailant reportedly shouted “Allahu Akbar” before the attack, and was listed on several terrorism watchlists. Police apprehended the attacker, but certain areas in the vicinity remain closed. An elevated police presence will cause disruptions in the area while investigations continue.

On November 30, a 24-hour strike by AMRA-affiliated doctors in Santa Fe, Argentina will disrupt healthcare and public transportation services.

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In Santa Fe, Argentina, a 24-hour statewide strike by unionized doctors affiliated with AMRA is imminent on November 30. The strike aims to address compensation issues for medical personnel and enhance career progression. Anticipate significant disruptions to healthcare and public transportation services.

On December 2, competing abortion activist groups will hold marches throughout Wellington, New Zealand, and protest at the Parliament Building.

On December 2, two competing abortion marches and demonstrations will take place throughout Wellington, New Zealand. Around 1:00 PM,  pro-choice groups will gather at Te Aro Park and pro-life activists will gather at Civic Square. Both groups will then march to the Parliament Building. Clashes between protestors are possible, and traffic disruptions are likely along the march routes. 

Recent seismic activity indicates future eruption of Fagradalsfjall volcano in Grindavik, Iceland, as of November 27.

As of November 27, Icelandic officials have warned of an imminent eruption from the Fagradalsfjall volcano in Grindavik, located just south of the capital, Reykjavik. Recent seismic activity caused the evacuation of nearby towns. Though flight disruptions are unlikely, they are still possible. Potential disruptions include ash plumes and low visibility.

On November 22, a car exploded due to unknown causes on Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, Canada resulting in checkpoint closures and heightened security.

On November 22 at 11:30 AM, a car exploded while crashing into Rainbow Bridge at the U.S.-Canada border in Niagara Falls causing two deaths and one injury. The explosion has resulted in increased security at U.S.- Canada border checkpoints in New York and the closures of three border checkpoints: Peace Bridge, Lewiston-Queenston Bridge, and Whirlpool Bridge. Law enforcement is actively investigating the situation. 

On November 20, eruptions from Mount Ulawun in Papua New Guinea have caused flight disruptions and prompted evacuation notices.

On November 20, Mount Ulawun erupted on the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea, covering the surrounding area in ash. Evacuation notices are in place. Ashfall is affecting air quality in the immediate vicinity. While the eruption is classified as “Moderate,” flights at Hoskins Airport have been canceled and the eruption has the potential to continue.

On November 24, several major transit sectors in Italy will hold 24-hour strikes, resulting in widespread travel disruptions.

On November 24, several major transit sectors in Italy will hold 24-hour strikes, resulting in widespread travel disruptions. Airport ground staff will strike throughout the country. In northern Italy, several labor unions will carry out a general strike affecting public and private transit services in Lombardy, Piemonte, and Liguria. Affiliated protests are likely during the strikes, with confirmed demonstrations set to take place at Genoa’s Stazione Marittima and Modena’s Piazza Grande at 9:00 AM.

A series of Gilets Jaunes protests may cause significant disruptions in cities across France on November 17.

On November 17, the Yellow Vests activist group will hold a series of protests in cities across France. All demonstrations will begin at 8:00 PM in the following locations: the Parvis du Sacre-Coeur in Paris; the Prefecture in Marseille; Place des Terreaux in Lyon; Place Pey Berland in Bordeaux; the Mairie in Lille; and Place Saint-Georges in Toulouse. The actions are commemorating the movement’s fifth anniversary and calling for economic reforms. Traffic disruptions and a police presence are expected near the demonstrations.

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