On 21 September, a 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck 81 km northwest of Arauca, Chile. The quake occurred at 8:14 local time with a depth of 12.5 km. No damage or casualties have been reported and no tsunami warnings have been issued yet.
The Teneguia Volcano in La Palma, Spain has erupted on 21 September. Volcanic eruption poses a serious threat to Tazacorte, El Paso, Fuencaliente, Villa de Mazo, and Los Llanos de Aridane. These areas have since been evacuated, displacing approximately 5,500 people and destroying 100 homes.
On 19 September, an anti-racism protest will be held in Paris, France. Protesters will meet at Place de l’Hôtel de Ville at 16:00. Although it is suggested to be a peaceful protest, bystanders could be at risk due to fights which may break out between protestors and security personnel.
On 20-21 September, bus drivers have planned to strike in Lisbon to demand higher wages, reduced workloads, and improved working conditions. Additionally, ferry workers will protest from 21-23 September in Barreiro and Lisbon. Commuters may be inconvenienced as a result of the protests.
Demonstrations will take place across France from 16-19 September, protesting against the government-imposed health pass and required vaccinations for select professionals. Demonstrations are to take place in main squares in most major cities around France.
On 16 September, the Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) will face a closure from 9:00 to 14:00 local time. The closure is due to an air force display taking place to commemorate independence day, and may affect several flights.
The Occitanie Region of France is expected to experience heavy rainfall from 14-15 September. Heavy rainfall will continue to disrupt travel routes as well as caused serious flooding and safety hazards through 15 September.
From 11-13 August, the German Train Drivers’ Union members will be conducting a nationwide strike in Germany. The strike is an attempt to receive higher wages as the union is in the middle of contract negotiations with the Deutsche Bahn rail company. Rail travel nationwide will be disrupted and route cancellations are highly likely over those few days.
An indefinite strike at Malaga Airport (AGP) will commence on 12 August. This demonstration by security workers will cause travel issues and delays. The issue derives from a breach in an agreement between the airport and the workers.
Previously mentioned anti-government protests throughout Brazil on 11 August were assigned times and locations. The protest is against cutting education funds and to demand the impeachment of President Jair Bolsonaro. Specific demonstrations have been announced for Sao Paulo outside the Municipal Theatre and Brasilia Ministry of education both at 16:00, and Rio de Janeiro Largo da Carioca at 17:00. Other protests are likely in other areas of the country.