News & Reports
Potential WestJet strike may disrupt travel across Canada
InformativeCountry: Canada
Location: Nationwide — WestJet flights across Canadian airports.
WestJet flight attendants have issued a 72-hour strike notice, with a possible strike or lockout starting as early as August 2 if no agreement is reached. WestJet is Canada’s second-largest airline and accounts for about 29% of domestic scheduled seats, making any disruption potentially significant during the busy summer travel period.
WestJet has issued a travel advisory for all airports for travel between July 30 and August 4, offering passengers flexible change or cancellation options. Travelers may face flight delays, cancellations, rebooking challenges and higher demand for alternative flights if the labour disruption goes ahead.
Advice:
* Reconfirm WestJet flight status before departure and avoid tight domestic or international connections involving WestJet.
* Consider flexible change or cancellation options if available.
* Allow extra time at airports and prepare for possible rebooking delays.
* Monitor WestJet updates and airport notices closely through August 4.
Topics: Strike Actions
Border unrest may disrupt travel around Ceuta
InformativeCountry: Morocco
Location: Ceuta and nearby Spain–Morocco border areas.
Spanish and Moroccan authorities have reinforced security around Ceuta following a mass migrant influx and clashes near the border. Reports indicate casualties, injuries and unrest as authorities work to restore control. Travelers may face roadblocks, increased security checks, delays near the border, and possible disruption around Ceuta’s port and ferry connections.
Advice:
* Avoid the Ceuta–Morocco border area and any large gatherings.
* Follow local authority instructions and security cordons, and avoid filming or engaging with security forces or crowds.
* Check ferry and port updates before traveling to or from Ceuta.
* Allow extra travel time for routes involving Ceuta, Algeciras or nearby border areas.
Topics: ProtestsSecurity
Monsoon rains may disrupt road travel and trekking routes
InformativeCountry: Nepal
Location: Nationwide, especially hill highways, trekking access roads, and routes toward remote mountain areas.
Monsoon rains continue to affect travel conditions across Nepal, with landslides, flooding and road damage reported on several highway sections. Authorities have reported full or partial restrictions on multiple routes, including sections of the BP Highway, Araniko Highway, Mechi Highway, Pasang Lhamu Road and other regional roads. Travel to trekking areas and remote communities may be delayed or temporarily cut off.
The risk is expected to remain relevant in the coming days as monsoon conditions continue. Road travel between Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, border areas and mountain districts may face sudden closures, long delays or route changes. At the same time, domestic flights to mountain areas may also be affected by poor weather.
Advice:
* Allow extra travel time and keep travel plans flexible.
* Avoid trekking alone and confirm route conditions with local guides.
* Follow local authority instructions and avoid areas affected by landslides, flooding or road closures.
Topics: Severe WeatherTransportation Incidents
Heavy rain and flash-flood risk continue in northern Thailand
CautionCountry: Thailand
Location: Chiang Rai and other northern provinces
Heavy rain has caused localized flooding in Chiang Rai, while authorities have warned of further flash floods, overflowing waterways and landslides. Mountainous communities, riverbanks and low-lying areas face the highest risk. Thunderstorms and isolated heavy rain are expected across northern Thailand until August 1, with further rainfall possible through August 3.
Topics: Severe Weather
Safety Precautions:
- - Avoid rivers, waterfalls, caves, mountain trails and low-lying roads during heavy rain.
- - Do not cross flooded roads and check conditions before traveling between Chiang Rai and nearby provinces.
- - Follow Thai Meteorological Department and local authority instructions.
Ground handling strikes expected at Palma Airport
CautionCountry: Spain
Location: Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Swissport workers are expected to strike on August 1, 4 and 8, from 07:00-12:00 and 19:00-22:00. Delays to check-in, baggage handling and some flights are possible.
Topics: Strike Actions
Safety Precautions:
- - Confirm your flight before departure.
- - Arrive early and allow extra time.
- - Travel with carry-on luggage when possible.
- - Monitor airline and airport updates.
Heavy rains and thunderstorms expected in large areas
CautionCountry: China
Location: Southwest, South, Central, North and Northeast China
Heavy to torrential rain is expected to continue until August 1 in parts of Sichuan, Chongqing, Yunnan, Guangdong, Guangxi, Henan, Shaanxi, Gansu, Shanxi, and Hebei. Some areas could see up to 240 mm of rain in 24 hours.
Frequent thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail are expected in Heilongjiang and Jilin provinces, as well as in Inner Mongolia. The conditions could cause flash floods, landslides, urban flooding and disruptions to roads, trains and flights.
Topics: Severe Weather
Safety Precautions:
- Avoid mountainous areas, riverbanks, low-lying roads and flooded crossings. Avoid non-essential travel and travel on slippery or flooded roads.
- Be prepared for longer travel times than usual. Check your flight or train status and pay attention to official announcements from airlines and train services before leaving.
- During thunderstorms, stay indoors and away from open, exposed areas.
- During thunderstorms, stay indoors and away from open, exposed areas.
Active fires lead to evacuations and travel disruptions in coastal areas
WarningCountry: Turkey
Location: Mugla, Antalya and Balikesir provinces
Several fires continue to burn along Turkey's Mediterranean and Aegean coasts. More than 700 people were evacuated in the Sidekmere region of Mugla province, and dozens of buildings were damaged.
Additional fires affected the Kas and Komaluca regions of Antalya province and Gumusluk in Balikesir province. The Fethiye-Antalya highway has been partially closed. Additional evacuations and local road closures are possible.
Topics: Wildland Fires
Safety Precautions:
- Avoid the fire areas and follow all evacuation instructions from local authorities.
- Check road conditions and accommodation in advance before traveling to Mugla, Antalya, or Balikesir.
- Be prepared for smoke, reduced visibility, and sudden traffic restrictions near the affected areas.
- Stay updated with local news and follow the instructions of local authorities on the ground.
Barranquilla: Massive Power Outages on July 30
warningLocation: Barranquilla, Colombia
Barranquilla, Soledad, and Sabanalarga will experience significant power outages affecting numerous neighborhoods due to maintenance work.
Topics: Power Outages
Safety Precautions:
Out-of-control fire leads to mass evacuations in southern Crete
WarningCountry: Greece
Location: South Rethymno, Crete
A large forest fire continues to rage out of control in southern Rethymno, having spread rapidly from the area of Kyria Verisi towards settlements and tourist areas along the coast. The active fire front extends for more than 15 km, while strong winds are significantly hampering aerial firefighting operations.
Estimated 8,000 residents and visitors were evacuated from Agia Galini and surrounding areas. Evacuations were also carried out by sea from Agios Pavlos and Mariopetra, due to difficult road access. A very high fire risk level remains in force across Crete
Topics: Wildland FiresHeat Waves
Safety Precautions:
- Avoid traveling to southern Rethymno, with an emphasis on Agia Galini, Agios Pavlos, Triopetra, Kriopigi and the surrounding areas.
- Act immediately in accordance with emergency announcements and evacuation instructions received from emergency centers.
- Do not enter or return to evacuated areas until you have received express permission from local authorities.
- Make sure in advance that your hotel and access roads are open before traveling in southern Crete
- Stay updated with local news and follow the instructions of security forces on the ground.
Extreme heat wave expected to cause weather and travel disruptions
CautionCountry: France
Location: Nationwide
A new heat wave is affecting large areas of France, with extreme temperatures expected to continue over the next few days.
Temperatures of up to 38-40 degrees have been recorded in some areas. The hot, dry weather could increase fire activity and cause local disruptions to roads, trains and tourism services.
The heat wave is expected to last at least until August 2.
Topics: Heat Waves
Safety Precautions:
- Avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest hours of the day and stay in shaded, air-conditioned areas as much as possible.
- Drink plenty of water and use sun protection such as sunscreen, hats and long, thin shirts..
- Forest fires continue to be active and may intensify over the next few days. Avoid going to fire areas. If you are near an active fire zone, follow the evacuation instructions of local authorities in the area.
- Stay up to date with local news and weather apps