Advisories

Tube Workers in London, UK to Hold 24-Hour Strikes in November and December

London’s underground tube workers will host multiple 24- hour strikes to oppose unfair demands by management. Night shift workers will no longer receive a pay increase while day shift workers will be required to work night shifts. Central and Victoria lines will be affected on 27 November and 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 December. While all-night tube lines will be affected on 26 November and 18 December. Strikes are set to begin at 4:30 local time.

State of Emergency in British Columbia, Canada Declared Due to Floods as of November 18

On 18 November, a state of emergency was declared for British Columbia due to extreme flooding. Reports indicate at least one casualty from weather-caused mud and landslides while 18,000 people have been displaced. Major roadways have been closed off including Highway 99 near Lillooet, Interstate Five on the US-Canada border, and Highway Seven in Agassiz. Emergency operations are currently ongoing.

Explosion in Liverpool, UK on November 14 Deemed a Terrorist Attack Leading to Raised Security

United Kingdom authorities have determined the recent explosion outside the women’s hospital on 14 November as a terrorist attack. Authorities have raised the security threat level to severe, meaning another attack is highly probable. Four suspects are currently in custody for the first attack. It is advised to carry identification at all times.

Large Demonstrations in Athens and Thessaloniki, Greece on November 17 to Create Roadblocks

On 17 November, large demonstrations are scheduled in Athens and Thessaloniki, Greece. The event is anticipated to have between 10,000-20,000 participates and will begin at 16:00 local time, however, roadblocks will begin at 13:00. Demonstrations will begin at Athens Polytechnic University in Athens and Venizelos Statue in Thessaloniki to commemorate the student uprising, which led to the overthrow of military dictatorship in the 1970s.

Limited Power Across South Africa from November 8-13

Power will be limited across South Africa beginning 8 November to 13 November, this is due to lack of power production and the limited capacity to refill emergency supplies. The electricity company will reduce load shedding due to the high demand for power maintenance. It is advised to only consume bottled water due to the risk of contracting waterborne disease without power for water filtration.

Severe Weather Warnings Across Thailand Expected to Continue Through November 13

On 7 November, local authorities issued a severe weather warning across Thailand expected to last through 13 November. Heavy rains, severe flooding, and strong winds are expected to hit the region, potentially disrupting transportation and infrastructure. Extra precautions are demanded to avoid possible disasters, even in the provinces of Satun, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat, Ranong, and Phuket.

Ferry Workers to Strike in Greece from November 10-12

The Panhellenic Seamen’s Federation (PNO), representing ferry staff members, has planned for a 48-hour nationwide strike from 10 November 06:00 local time to 12 November 06:00 local time. The work stoppage was planned to protest poor wages that have been unsuccessful in keeping up with the rising cost of living throughout the country.

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