News & Reports

The Summit Fire continues to burn in Southern California, having spread to approximately 2,677 acres. Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect in parts of Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties, while crews continue firefighting operations in steep and difficult terrain. Smoke, reduced visibility, road restrictions, and rapidly changing fire conditions may affect travel in the area over the coming days. Advice: * Avoid non-essential travel to Llano, Piñon Hills, and nearby mountain and desert roads. * Follow evacuation orders and local authority instructions immediately. * Check road conditions and fire updates before traveling through the area. * Avoid smoke-affected areas, especially if you have respiratory conditions.

Typhoon BAVI is expected to affect coastal areas of China, especially Fujian and Zhejiang, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, rough seas, and coastal flooding. As a result, local authorities have stepped up emergency preparedness, and cancellations or suspensions of flights, trains, and ferries have already been reported in affected areas.

Severe flash flooding is affecting large areas of Missouri, with Reynolds, Iron, Crawford, and Madison counties being the hardest hit. The flooding is causing road closures, bridge damage, and dangerously high river levels. Local authorities are reportedly rescuing residents and hikers in flood zones.

A series of wildfires in southern Spain have resulted in at least 12 fatalities and significant damage in the Almeria province. The fires have been exacerbated by extreme heat conditions.

Recent heavy rainfall in Lao Cai has resulted in significant damage, including landslides and traffic disruptions. Travelers are advised to exercise caution in the area.

Typhoon Bavi is expected to pass very close to Japan’s southwestern Sakishima Islands, bringing a risk of violent winds, heavy rain, flooding, landslides and rough seas. Flight and ferry disruptions are already reported across Okinawa-related routes, with some beaches, coastal parks and ferry terminals closed. Power outages may occur in affected island areas.

 

Advice:
* Avoid coastal areas, beaches, ferry terminals and unnecessary outdoor activity.
* Check flight and ferry status before departure.
* Stay indoors during strong winds and follow local authority instructions.
* Prepare for possible power outages and transport delays.

Taiwan has issued a land warning for Typhoon Bavi, with the strongest impact expected from Friday evening through Saturday. The storm may bring heavy to extreme rainfall, strong winds, rough seas, flooding and landslides. Authorities have ordered evacuations in some mountainous areas, restricted access to riverside zones, and transport disruptions are already affecting flights, ferries and rail services.

Reuters NEXT Asia is taking place in Singapore on July 9, bringing together senior government officials, CEOs, investors and industry leaders from across the Asia-Pacific. Increased security, screening, access restrictions, and localized traffic delays may occur around the event area.

Heavy monsoon rains have caused significant flooding and damage across central and southeastern South Korea, impacting infrastructure and local communities.

Civil Protection has issued an alert due to intense rains affecting Mexico City and 16 other states, increasing the risk of flooding in these areas.