Thailand
10:52 - Avoid non-essential travel until at least 3 September in rural areas affected by weather system's passage
Avoid non-essential travel through rural areas of northern Thailand until at least 3 September. This comes amid the passage of former Tropical Storm Nongfa, which has weakened to a low-pressure system, and follows the passage of Typhoon Kajiki’s remnants. The weather systems have affected Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son, Phetchabun, Phitsanulok and Sukhothai provinces. The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecast isolated heavy rain and thunderstorms over the coming days in northern Thailand which is liable to cause further flooding and landslides.
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India
10:03 - Mumbai: Avoid travel near Azad Maidan until further notice due to ongoing protests by ethnic-Maratha community (Revised)
Avoid travel near Azad Maidan in Maharashtra state’s capital Mumbai until further notice due to a protest led by ethnic-Maratha activist Manoj Jarange Patil. A hunger strike by Patil on 1 September entered a fourth day. The action is being undertaken in support of the Maratha community’s long-standing demand for job reservations under an official classification. Related protests have caused significant traffic disruption in Mumbai’s Fort area, particularly on routes adjoining Azad Maidan and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj rail terminus (CSMT). The authorities have reinforced security and imposed traffic restrictions in the area.
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Afghanistan
08:09 - Eastern provinces: Continue to exercise caution following magnitude 6.0 earthquake east-north-east of Jalalabad (Revised)
Continue to exercise caution in the coming hours after a magnitude 6.0 earthquake at 23.47 (local time) on 31 August. According to the US Geological Survey, the temblor originated 16 miles (27km) east-north-east of Jalalabad (Nangarhar province), at a depth of five miles (8km). Several aftershocks have been reported in the area since, including one of magnitude 5.2. According to the authorities, at least 622 people have been killed and more than 1,500 others injured. Structural damage has been reported in Kunar, Laghman and Nangarhar provinces. Most of the impact has been registered in Kunar province. Follow official directives in affected areas.
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Brazil
08:03 - Monitor developments, expect further demonstrations linked to trial of former president
Monitor developments and expect further demonstrations over the coming days linked to the upcoming trial of former president Jair Bolsonaro (in office 2019-23). On 31 August, Bolsonaro’s supporters held a motor rally in the capital Brasilia to denounce the trial. Bolsonaro and seven accomplices’ trial related to an attempted coup d’etat after the 2022 presidential election will begin on 2 September. Related protests are liable to be held near government and Bolsonaro’s Liberal Party-affiliated buildings.
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Egypt
Libya
06:59 - Misrata: Expect residual disruption in Al-Skirat area following explosion at weapons depot
Expect residual disruption in Al-Skirat neighbourhood in Misrata (Misrata district) in the coming hours following an explosion late on 31 August. The explosion occurred at a weapons depot in the area followed by a fire. At least 15 people have been injured. According to local reports, a state of emergency has been declared in Misrata. Investigations into the cause of the explosion are ongoing. Follow official directives.
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United States
06:49 - San Diego (California state): Avoid area near Santa Fe station amid police operation
Avoid the area near Santa Fe station in San Diego (California state) over the coming hours amid a police operation. The police responded to a stabbing incident at the station at 21.10 (local time) on 31 August. According to local reports, three people were injured in the stabbing. Reportedly, the suspect is at large. Expect heightened security and follow all directives issued by officials.
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Indonesia
06:43 - Urban centres: Avoid demonstrations over coming days due to risk of unrest; expect heightened security
Avoid demonstrations by students and activists in the capital Jakarta and other urban centres over the coming days due to the risk of unrest and expect heightened security. Protesters are denouncing the police’s use of force at recent student-led demonstrations and the killing of a motorcycle taxi (ojol) driver during one such protest. Demonstrations are planned in several locations of Jakarta on 1 September, including outside the House of Representatives (DPR) building and the Mobile Brigade Corps (Brimob) Polda Metro Jaya headquarters. Further demonstrations are planned on 2 and 3 September will be held around police headquarters and government buildings, and will be well attended.
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France
02:13 - Southern regions: Exercise caution, expect weather-related disruption in coming hours
Exercise caution and expect weather-related disruption in parts of Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, Occitanie and Provence-Alpes-Cote d-Azur regions over the coming hours. Meteo France has issued orange warnings (second-highest on a four-tier scale, meaning ‘be very careful’) for rain and thunderstorms in several departments across all three regions. On 31 August, thunderstorms, heavy rain accompanied by hail and high wind gusts were reported across affected areas, including in Gers and Tarn departments (Occitanie). Adverse weather is liable to cause short-notice disruption to transport and essential services in affected areas.
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United States
Australia
00:54 - Sydney: Expect heightened security near Russian consulate following security incident
Expect heightened security near the Russian consulate-general in Sydney (New South Wales state) over the coming hours following a security incident earlier on 1 September. A man reportedly drove a vehicle into the front gate of the Consulate. He was subsequently detained by the police. Expect heightened security in the areas as investigations into the incident continue.
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Spain
00:08 - Aragon, Catalonia autonomous communities: Exercise caution, expect weather-related disruption in coming days
Exercise caution and expect weather-related disruption in the coming days in parts of Aragon and Catalonia autonomous communities. The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued orange warnings (second-highest on a four-tier scale, meaning ‘be very careful’) for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in parts of the aforementioned regions, including Barcelona (Catalonia). These warnings are in effect until at least 11.59 (local time) on 1 September. Adverse weather conditions are liable to cause short-notice disruption to transport and essential services in affected areas.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
00:08 - Plan journeys accounting for disruption on 1 September during protests, roadblocks by transporters
Plan journeys accounting for disruption on 1 September during nationwide protests and roadblocks by transporters. The actions are reportedly due to begin at 06.00 (local time), with more than 600 trucks to be used for staging blockades of key routes and customs checkpoints. They have been organised by the Logistics Consortium of Bosnia and Herzegovina over various demands, including the implementation of an international agreement meant to stardardise working conditions for professional transporters. While the blockades are reportedly aimed at impeding the movement of goods, they are liable to also significantly disrupt passenger vehicle traffic. Reconfirm the status of routes before setting out and allow extra time for road travel.
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Canada
00:07 - Quebec City: Account for disruption on 1 September during anti-government protest
Account for disruption on 1 September in Quebec City (Quebec province) during an anti-government protest. Participants will gather from 14.00 (local time) outside the National Assembly of Quebec to denounce recent government actions. Although the event is likely to pass off peacefully, a heightened police presence should be expected near the demonstration.
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Guam (US)
00:06 - Tamuning: Take account of disruption on 1 September during anti-government protest
Take account of disruption on 1 September in Tamuning municipality during an anti-government protest. Participants will gather from 16.00 (local time) at the ITC intersection to denounce alleged corruption and the policies of the US government. The event will be part of wider Labour Day protests across the mainland US. Although it should pass off peacefully, any related disturbances would disrupt travel along Highway 1.
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Finland
00:06 - Helsinki: Expect localised disruption on 1 September during protest in Esplanade Park
Expect localised disruption on 1 September in the capital Helsinki during a planned protest linked to budget cuts. Supporters of various civil society and activist groups will gather at 08.00 (local time) in Esplanade Park near the Smolna government building to denounce cuts to social welfare and healthcare organisations in the government budget. Although the demonstration is expected to pass off peacefully, it will likely attract significant attendance and disrupt nearby traffic.
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Poland
United States
00:04 - New York City: Expect significant disruption, heightened security on 1 September during J’Ouvert and West Indian Day parades
Expect significant disruption and heightened security on 1 September during the J’Ouvert and West Indian Day parades in New York City (New York state). The events, held annually in the Brooklyn borough, are organised to celebrate Caribbean culture and heritage. The J’Ouvert parade will commence from 06.00 (all times local) at Empire Boulevard and Flatbush Avenue before proceeding to Nostrand Avenue and Rutland Road. The West Indian Day parade will begin from 11.00 at Eastern Parkway and Rochester Avenue before proceeding to Grand Army Plaza. A large turnout is expected during the events, with local sources indicating that 2,500 police officers will be deployed. Road closures will be in place around parade routes.
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Serbia
00:03 - Avoid further student-led anti-government protests, counter-demonstrations in coming weeks
Avoid further student-led anti-government protests and counter-demonstrations in urban centres over the coming weeks as a precaution. Fresh gatherings are scheduled to take place nationwide on 1 September to mark the ten-month anniversary of the November 2024 railway station incident in Novi Sad (Vojvodina province). In the capital Belgrade, participants will assemble at 18.30 (local time) at the Old Railway Station before marching towards Republic Square. This comes amid sustained anti-government protests across the country. Additional demonstrations, including the blockading of major roads, are liable to occur at short notice. Clashes between the police, anti-government protesters and counter-demonstrators are possible during such events, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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Mayotte (France)
00:03 - Expect disruption on 1-2 September during diplomatic visit, related union-led strike
Expect disruption on 1 September during a union-led strike and a gathering at 07.30 (local time) in the local capital Mamoudzou’s Place de la Republique. Unions representing public and private sector workers are organising the action in opposition to the visit of Manuel Valls, French minister for overseas territories, on 1-2 September. Additional protests, roadblocks and traffic delays may occur across the territory during his visit. Expect increased security around the gatherings and official events. There is potential for clashes between protesters and the police, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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Guyana
00:02 - Expect heightened security, disruption related to general election on 1 September
Expect heightened security and disruption related to the general election on 1 September. The voting is being held to elect the president, MPs and local representatives. Voting on the day is expected to pass off peacefully. However, protests following the release of results may occur. Several political parties accused the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) of electoral inconsistencies during candidate nomination in July. Allegations of election misconduct are expected following the announcement of the result. Security personnel will be deployed around political party offices, government installations and around polling stations.
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Colombia
00:01 - Cali (Valle del Cauca department): Exercise caution, expect heightened security in coming weeks following threats by criminal groups
Exercise caution and expect heightened security in the coming weeks in Cali (Valle del Cauca department) following threats by criminal groups targeting the city mayor and department governor. The federal government has deployed 700 elite elements to reinforce local police following recent attacks attributed to the Estado Mayor Central (EMC) group. At least four suspects allegedly involved in recent bombings targeting police stations have been arrested. The security forces are likely to sustain a heightened presence across the city, including military patrols and checkpoints.
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Mexico
00:00 - Toluca (Mexico state): Expect disruption on 1 September during strike by transport workers
Expect disruption in Toluca (Mexico state) during a strike by transport workers which will affect public transport serviceson1 September from 04.30 (local time). Several roads will also be blocked, including Avenida Morelos, Avenida Sebastian Lerdo de Tejada, Boulevard Pino Suarez, part of Mexico-Toluca Highway, as well as access points to Ciudad Universitaria. Participants are calling for an increase to public transport fares in line with operating costs. The protest is set to repeat weekly until an agreement is reached with the authorities.
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Germany
00:00 - Urban centres: Plan for disruption on 1 September during anti-war demonstrations
Plan for disruption on 1 September during nationwide anti-war demonstrations. Participants will observe Anti-War Day by commemorating the victims of previous wars and denouncing ongoing conflicts. Events are held annually to commemorate the start of the Second World War in 1939. Demonstrations are expected to pass off peacefully, though will garner significant attendance and are liable to disrupt nearby traffic.
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