Europe
- Portugal: Health Advisory | On September 3 in Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon, Portugal; nurses will strike indefinitely on weekdays from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.Those participating demand improved wages and increased upward mobility. Travelers are advised to reconfirm availability of medical services during this time. Plan ahead to find alternative means of medical aid if needed. Monitor local media for updates.
- Dublin, Ireland: Protest Advisory | On September 3 at 4:30 PM in Dublin, Ireland, there will be a protest march from the Garden of Remembrance to the Department of Education. Demonstrators demand increased educational support for families in need. Travelers are advised to avoid the march route and any related disruptions. Expect travel delays and monitor local media for updates.
- London, United Kingdom: Travel Advisory | On September 3 in London, United Kingdom, airline workers will strike at London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR). Specific timelines are unknown. Workers demand changes to roster systems and employment hours. Travelers are advised to reconfirm availability of all flights during this time. Expect travel delays and find alternative means of travel if necessary. Avoid any related demonstrations and monitor local media for updates.
- Rome, Italy: Protest Advisory | On September 5 at 7:00 PM in Rome, Italy, there will be a protest at Villa Lazzaroni. Demonstrators aim to highlight recurring water supply disruptions in the area. Travelers are advised to avoid the protest and any related disruptions. Expect travel delays and monitor local media for updates.
- Greece: Health Advisory | On September 6, healthcare workers will strike nationwide for 24 hours due to grievances over the state of the public healthcare system. Demonstrations will take place at Ippokrateio Hospital in Thessaloniki at 8:30 AM and at the General Hospital in Rhodes at 7:00 PM. Additional protests throughout Greece are likely. Expect heightened security and disruptions to transport and medical services. Travelers are advised to avoid demonstration areas and monitor local media for updates.
Americas
- Colombia: Security Advisory | In Colombia, expect heightened security in Cauca, Choco, and Bolivar due to violence by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia. Avoid large gatherings and disruptions. Maintain identification documents, follow authorities’ instructions, and prepare for travel delays. Monitor local media for updates.
- Panama City, Panama: Security Alert | Over the coming days in Panama City, Panama, there will be a curfew from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Travelers are advised to comply with the curfew and avoid any related protests or disruptions. Follow all directives from authorities and monitor local media for updates.
- Federal District, Brazil: Health Advisory | On September 3 in the Federal District, Brazil, doctors associated with medical union SindMédico will strike indefinitely. Duration and specific timelines are unknown. Travelers are advised to reconfirm availability of medical services during this time. Plan ahead to find alternative means of medical aid if needed. Monitor local media for updates.
- Mexico City, Mexico: Protest Advisory | On September 8 at 11:00 AM in Mexico City, Mexico, there will be a protest march from the Angel of Independence to the Senate building. Protesters are challenging recent judicial reforms and alleged overrepresentation in the Congress of the Union. Overall duration and turnout are unconfirmed. Travelers are advised to avoid the march route and expect delays. Monitor local media for updates.
Asia & Pacific
- Japan: Weather Advisory | From September 3rd-5th in Japan, Typhoon Shanshan is forecasted to continue northeast from the Kyushu region through Shikoku, Kinki, Chobu, and Kanto potentially reaching as far Northeast as Tokyo. Strong winds and heavy rainfall are expected to continue. Transportation services have been halted in the affected regions. Travelers are advised to reconsider travel during this time. Expect serious delays and monitor local media for updates.
- Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia: Protest Advisory | On September 3, there will be protests in Ulaanbaatar against a visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Demonstrations will take place at Sukhbaatar Square and additional gatherings may occur throughout the city. Expect heightened security and disruptions to travel. Travelers are advised to avoid protest areas and monitor local media for updates.
- Gujarat, India: Weather Advisory | A cyclone in Gujarat, India is expected to travel west-northwest this week. Flooding in Gujarat is already severe, and will likely continue until the storm has passed. Public transportation and major roads and highways have been disrupted by the storm. Travelers are advised to avoid the area and monitor local media for updates. Expect severe travel delays in the region and avoid areas affected by the storm.
- India: Health Advisory | Until at least September 5, healthcare workers will protest throughout India to demand justice in a Supreme Court hearing of a recent rape and murder at R.G. Kar Medical College in Kolkata. On September 4 at 11:00 AM, multiple demonstrations will take place across West Bengal during a state-wide shutdown. On September 5 at 3:00 PM, protesters will gather at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. Additional protests are likely throughout India at public squares, hospitals, universities, and government buildings. Expect disruptions to medical services and travel. Travelers are advised to avoid demonstration areas and monitor local media for updates.
Africa & Middle East
- Ethiopia: Weather Advisory | Over the coming weeks in Ethiopia, there will be severe weather across the Amhara and Afar states. Heavy rains and strong winds may cause flash flooding and landslides. Travelers are advised to reconsider travel during this time. If travel is necessary, exercise increased caution and situational awareness. Expect significant travel delays and monitor local media for updates.
- Nigeria: Weather Advisory | Over the coming weeks, heavy rainfall and floods will continue across Nigeria. The National Emergency Management Agency has issued warnings that rainfall will peak during the months of September and October, and that fatalities are expected to increase. Travelers are advised to avoid low-lying, flood prone areas and to monitor local media for updates.
- Kenya: Travel Advisory | On September 3 in Kenya, airline workers will participate in an indefinite nationwide strike over leasing plans for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Travelers are advised to reconfirm availability of all flights during this time. Expect travel delays and find alternative means of travel if necessary. Avoid any related demonstrations and monitor local media for updates.
- Accra, Ghana: Protest Advisory | On September 4 in Accra, Ghana, there will be a protest at the Ministry of Finance. Protesters are challenging alleged corruption by government officials. Specific timelines and turnout are unknown. Travelers are advised to avoid the protest and any related disruptions. Expect travel delays and monitor local media for updates.
