News & Reports

A recent earthquake in southern China has resulted in two fatalities and the evacuation of approximately 7,000 residents. Travelers in the area should remain cautious and follow local authorities’ guidance.

Heavy rainfall has caused flash flooding across the Gold Coast and SE Queensland, with road closures, rescues, and ongoing flood risk around low-lying areas and rivers including Coomera and Nerang.

A brush fire in Simi Valley, California has prompted officials to order over 23,000 residents to evacuate due to the rapid spread of the flames.

A measles outbreak is expanding in Arequipa, Peru, raising health concerns and prompting emergency measures.

The Myanmar military has escalated its airstrikes and troop deployments along the Chin-Magway border, targeting resistance forces in southern Chin State. This offensive raises concerns about increased violence and instability in the region.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a severe weather alert for the Klang Valley, Johor, and East Malaysia due to expected heavy rainfall and potential flooding.

The Ebola outbreak in Ituri has led to 59 hospitalizations and 91 probable deaths, with no operational isolation centers available for treatment.

The CDC is monitoring 41 people across 12 states for potential hantavirus exposure linked to a recent outbreak on a cruise ship. Travelers should be aware of the situation.

Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, hail and strong winds have affected several Indian states since May 13, causing casualties, flooding and damage. Uttar Pradesh remains the main impact area, with authorities reporting over 100 fatalities following severe storms, while Assam has reported flooding affecting more than 23,000 people. Additional fatalities were reported in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Further locally heavy rainfall is forecast over parts of northeastern and southwestern India in the coming 48 hours. Advice: * Expect localized flooding, road disruptions and delays in affected areas. * Avoid travel during thunderstorms, especially in open areas, on rural roads, and in flood-prone zones. * Travelers in Assam, Kerala, Karnataka and nearby northeastern/southwestern states should monitor official weather alerts and updates from the India Meteorological Department: https://mausam.imd.gov.in/index_en.php

Heavy rainfall continues to affect parts of southern China, causing urban flooding, rising river levels and localized transport disruptions. In Guangdong Province, Duanfen Township in Jiangmen recorded 310.5 mm of rainfall during the latest storm system, while in a previous flooding event in Guangxi Province, Qinzhou recorded 271.1 mm of rainfall within 24 hours. Chinese authorities warn that continued rainfall may increase the risk of flash floods, landslides, small-river flooding and urban waterlogging. Advice: * Expect localized transport delays and possible road closures, especially around Guangzhou, Jiangmen, Qinzhou, Huanjiang and nearby low-lying or mountainous areas. * Travelers in affected provinces should monitor local weather alerts and follow official instructions. * Avoid riverbanks, mountain roads and landslide-prone areas during heavy rainfall.