Expect heightened security and associated disruption over the coming hours along the A104 highway in Kitengela (Kajiado county). Earlier on 15 February, the security forces reportedly used tear gas and fired shots in the air to disperse a rally organised by the Orange Democratic Movement party. According to local reports, this came after some protesters threw projectiles. There have been no confirmed reports of injuries thus far. Traffic along A104 was suspended during the unrest and is likely to remain disrupted.
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Defer non-essential travel to Toamasina (Atsinanana region) until further notice and exercise caution in all other regions following the passage of former tropical cyclone Gezani. The storm made landfall on 10 February near Toamasina as an intense tropical cyclone. It subsequently weakened to a tropical depression while crossing central Madagascar before moving over the Mozambique Channel. At least 43 people have been killed and more than 400 others injured in storm-related incidents. The authorities have declared a national state of disaster. Plan for continued disruption to travel and essential infrastructure in the coming weeks amid repair and relief efforts.
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Chile
Central regions: Exercise caution, follow official directives amid wildfires
Exercise caution and follow official directives over the coming hours amid wildfires in Araucania, Biobio, Maule, Santiago Metropolitan and Valparaiso regions. The National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (SENAPRED) maintain red alerts (highest on a three-tier scale) for wildfires in Linares and Vichuquen communes (both Maule). The authorities have also issued new evacuation orders for Quebrada Culenmapu in Vichuquen. Short-notice road closures, traffic diversions and further evacuation orders are possible in affected areas as emergency services continue response efforts.
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Colombia
Northern, western departments: Exercise caution, expect further weather-related disruption
Exercise caution and expect further weather-related disruption in northern and western departments over the coming days. The Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (IDEAM) issued red alerts (second highest on a four-tier scale) for rising water levels following heavy rainfall in several departments. Antioquia, Cauca, Choco, Cordoba, Cundinamarca, Narino, Santander and Tolima are among the most affected departments. Adverse weather has caused flooding and landslides in affected areas since early February, with further such conditions likely to impact travel and essential services. Plan for related disruption.
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Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo Este: Avoid anti-immigration demonstration on 15 February as precaution
Avoid a planned demonstration in Santo Domingo Este (Santo Domingo province) on 15 February as a precaution. The event is being held by the Ancient Dominican Order group to denounce the immigration situation in the country. Participants will gather from 13.00 (local time) at Ercilia Pepin metro station. The security forces are liable to use tear gas and other forcible measures to disperse the gathering, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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El Salvador
San Salvador: Avoid anti-government protest march on 15 February
Avoid a planned anti-government protest march on 15 February in the capital San Salvador as a precaution. Participants will denounce mass criminal trials and the alleged wrongful prosecution of detainees under an ongoing ‘state of exception’, which suspends some constitutional rights. They will gather from 08.00 (local time) at the Jose Marti roundabout. There is potential for scuffles between protesters and the police, posing incidental risks to bystanders. Expect a heightened police presence along the route and follow official directives if travelling nearby.
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Puerto Rico (US)
Exercise caution, expect disruption over coming hours linked to adverse weather
Exercise caution and expect disruption in Puerto Rico (US) over the coming hours due to adverse weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) has forecast heavy rainfall and associated flood risks. Adverse weather conditions are predicted to affect northern parts of Puerto Rico in the morning, and southern regions later in the day. So far, there have been no reports of significant disruption at San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Adverse weather is liable to cause short-notice disruption to transport and essential services in affected areas.
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United States
New York City: Expect localised disruption on 15 February during demonstration in support of former Pakistani prime minister
Expect localised disruption in New York City (New York state) on 15 February during a scheduled demonstration and plan journeys accordingly. Participants will gather from 16.00 (local time) in Times Square to express support for imprisoned former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan (in office 2018-22). While the event should pass off peacefully, it is likely to be accompanied by a heightened police presence and may disrupt nearby traffic.
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Avoid the area around Commerce Center Drive in Fairfield city (Ohio state) due to an ongoing fire and follow all associated official directives. The blaze at a meat processing facility involves hazardous materials. As such, the authorities have asked people living nearby to remain indoors, close doors and windows, and switch off air conditioners. It is unclear what caused the fire, and there have been no reports of casualties thus far. Plan necessary travel accounting for ongoing firefighting efforts and allow additional time for journeys.
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Bangladesh
Dhaka: Avoid political gatherings on 16 February due to risk of unrest
Avoid political gatherings in the capital Dhaka on 16 February due to the risk of unrest. Supporters of an 11-party opposition alliance led by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami party will rally from 16.30 (local time) at the north gate of the Baitul Mukarram mosque. They will highlight alleged irregularities in the 12 February general election and denounce subsequent violence (see detailed alert). Related gatherings may occur elsewhere at short notice and are liable to be forcibly dispersed, posing risks to bystanders.
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Japan
Osaka city: Normal movement near Ebisu Bridge can resume following fatal stabbing
Normal movement near the Ebisu Bridge in the Dotonbori entertainment area of Osaka city (Kansai region) can resume following a fatal stabbing late on 14 February. One person was reportedly killed and two injured in the attack, which took place in a building situated in a restaurant district. A suspect who is reportedly known to the victims was arrested early on 15 February. However, the motive for the attack remains unclear.
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Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur: Expect localised disruption during rally on 15 February outside Sogo Shopping Complex
Expect localised disruption on 15 February in the capital Kuala Lumpur during a rally by various civil society groups. Participants will gather outside the Sogo Shopping Complex at 16.00 (local time) to demand the resignation of Azam Baki, chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, amid reports of alleged share trading activities. Expect a heightened police presence in the vicinity of the rally and follow all official directives if travelling nearby.
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Pakistan
Karachi (Sindh province): Avoid anti-police, sit-in protests on 15 February
Avoid anti-police, sit-in protests organised by the Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) party on 15 February in Karachi (Sindh province) due to considerable risk of unrest. The party announced protests in Gulshan-e-Iqbal and Landhi boroughs, and along the National Highway, Shrea Faisal and Super Highway, among other locations. Further, short-notice protests and road closures are possible. These gatherings follow sit-in demonstrations in Karachi on 14 February that led to clashes between protesters and the police. Reports suggest the security forces also used tear gas to disperse crowds. The police are liable to forcibly disperse protesters at upcoming gatherings, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
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France
Paris: Plan journeys bypassing solidarity demonstration on 15 February at Place Vauban
Plan journeys bypassing a scheduled demonstration on 15 February in the capital Paris as a precaution and to minimise travel delays. Participants will gather from 14.30 (local time) at Place Vauban. The event is being held to express solidarity with the people of Cuba and to oppose the involvement of the EU, US and NATO in Cuban affairs. While the demonstration will probably pass off peacefully, the police are liable to forcibly disperse any unruly crowds. Any related disturbances would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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Exercise caution and expect disruption over the coming days amid severe weather and flooding in several areas of the country. Meteo France has issued red alerts (highest on a four-tier scale, meaning ‘extreme caution’) for potential flooding in parts of Nouvelle-Aquitaine region until at least 15 February. Orange (second-highest) and yellow (second-lowest) alerts for potential flooding are also in effect for much of the rest of the country. This follows the passage of Storm Nils on 11-12 February, which brought destructive winds and caused flooding and power outages across southern and south-western France.
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Kosovo
Pristina: Expect disruption on 17 February near Skanderbeg Square during rally
Expect disruption in the capital Pristina on 17 February during a planned rally by various civil society and political groups. Participants will gather from 14.00 (local time) at Skanderbeg Square to protest against the Kosovo Specialist Chambers (KSC). The KSC was established in The Hague (Netherlands) to oversee the trials of members of the Kosovo Liberation Army for alleged crimes committed during the Kosovo War (1998-99). Organisers expect more than 200,000 people to attend the demonstration, which coincides with Kosovo’s Independence Day. While intended to be peaceful, the event is likely to be accompanied by significant traffic disruption, road closures and heightened security measures in its vicinity.
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Spain
Madrid: Expect travel disruption on 15 February during planned demonstration
Expect travel disruption in the capital Madrid on 15 February during a planned demonstration. Participants will gather at Parque Casino de la Reina from 12.00 (local time) to protest alleged gentrification, increased tourism, racism and poor government services. Plan for nearby travel and traffic disruption during the demonstration. Reconfirm the status of routes before setting out.
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Morocco
Rabat: Plan for localised disruption on 18 February around education ministry during union-led protest
Expect localised disruption around the education ministry in the capital Rabat on 18 February during a scheduled protest. Members of education unions will gather from 11.00 (local time) to highlight protracted labour disputes and a perceived crisis in the public education system. The event, which coincides with education sector strikes, should pass off peacefully.
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Türkiye
Istanbul: Expect localised disruption on 15 February during protest by doctors at Pier Square
Expect localised disruption on 15 February in the Kadikoy neighbourhood of Istanbul (Istanbul province) during a protest by members of the Istanbul Family Medicine Association. Participants will gather at Pier Square from 13.00 (local time) over issues linked to salary-related grievances.
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