News & Reports

12

June 2026

Vietnam Records Sharp Rise in Dengue Infections

warning

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Vietnam is experiencing a significant increase in dengue fever cases, with nearly 50,000 infections reported and deaths occurring in Ho Chi Minh City, raising health concerns.

Topics: Health Crisis

Safety Precautions:

    12

    June 2026

    Caution

    Country: India

    The India Meteorological Department has issued severe weather warnings for parts of North, Northwest, Himalayan, and Northeast India between June 12-18. Expected hazards include severe thunderstorms, hail, lightning, strong winds, dust storms, heavy rainfall, flash flooding, landslides, and road disruptions

    Topics: Severe Weather

    Safety Precautions:

    • Avoid unnecessary road travel during severe thunderstorms, especially across North and Northwest India.
    • Avoid night travel and mountain roads between June 12-14.
    • Stay away from rivers, waterfalls, valleys, and flood-prone areas during rainfall.
    • Postpone trekking, riding, and other outdoor activities in areas under warnings for lightning, heavy rain or strong winds.
    • Monitor IMD updates, road conditions, and flight status before travel. https://mausam.imd.gov.in/index_en.php

    12

    June 2026

    Flooding and Travel Disruptions

    Caution

    Country: Belize

    Heavy rainfall has triggered flooding across parts of Belize, with the Stann Creek District among the affected areas. Emergency authorities are monitoring flood-affected communities, while local reports indicate flooded roads, impacted homes, and disruptions along key routes, including the Hummingbird Highway and Coastal Plain Highway. Flooding may continue or recur with additional rainfall, especially in low-lying areas, near rivers and streams, and along roads with poor drainage. Travelers in southern and central Belize should expect possible road closures, delays, and limited access to some communities.

    Topics: Floods

    Safety Precautions:

    • Do not attempt to cross flooded roads, even by vehicle.
    • Monitor official updates from local authorities and weather services.
    • Follow instructions from emergency responders and be prepared for route changes or delays.

    11

    June 2026

    Severe Storm Warning Issued for Eastern Lithuania

    warning

    Location: Vilnius, Lithuania

    A severe storm warning has been issued for eastern Lithuania, indicating potential hazards including strong winds and heavy rainfall that may impact travel and safety in the region.

    Topics: Natural Disaster

    Safety Precautions:

      10

      June 2026

      Power Outages Reported Across Jamaica

      warning

      Location: Nationwide, Jamaica

      Power outages were reported across a number of parishes in Jamaica, marking the second major electricity failure in a matter of days.

      Topics: Power Outages

      Safety Precautions:

        10

        June 2026

        Mass Shooting in South Africa

        warning

        Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

        A mass shooting near Johannesburg has resulted in 12 fatalities, prompting security concerns in the area.

        Topics: Security

        Safety Precautions:

          10

          June 2026

          Tropical Storm Cristina to bring heavy rain, flooding and mudslide risk

          Informative

          Country: Costa Rica

          Location: El Salvador, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala and Costa Rica — mainly Pacific coastal areas, mountainous regions and flood-prone roads.

          Tropical Storm Cristina is moving slowly near the Pacific coast of Central America, bringing heavy rainfall and hazardous coastal conditions across parts of the region. Tropical storm warnings are in effect from Puerto Sandino, Nicaragua, to the Guatemala/El Salvador border. Heavy rain is expected to continue through Thursday, with a risk of flash floods, mudslides, road blockages and disruptions to coastal or marine activities. El Salvador has issued a nationwide Orange Alert, while Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Costa Rica are monitoring flood, landslide and coastal hazards. Advice: * Avoid non-essential travel in flood-prone, coastal or mountainous areas. * Expect local road closures, delays and possible disruptions to coastal/marine activities. * Monitor updates from national meteorological and civil protection authorities.

          Topics: Tropical CyclonesSevere Weather

          09

          June 2026

          Severe coastal swells disrupt travel in Wellington and Wairarapa

          Informative

          Country: New Zealand

          Location: Wellington South Coast, Cook Strait, Wairarapa Coast

          Large coastal swells and strong winds have affected Wellington and parts of the Wairarapa coast, causing ferry cancellations, flight disruptions, road closures and evacuations from exposed coastal areas. Although the local state of emergency in Wellington has been lifted, authorities continue to advise avoiding exposed coastal roads, beaches and harbor areas, with some impacts expected into 10 June. Advice: * Avoid beaches, harbors, coastal roads and exposed walking/cycling paths in Wellington and Wairarapa. * Confirm Cook Strait ferry status before travel; allow extra time for rebooking. * Check Wellington Airport and airline updates before domestic or international connections. * Monitor official updates from MetService, WREMO, NZTA and local councils.

          Topics: Transportation IncidentsSevere Weather

          09

          June 2026

          Flash Flood Watch Issued for Several Parishes

          warning

          Location: Kingston, Jamaica

          A flash flood watch is currently in effect for low-lying and flood-prone areas in Westmoreland, St Elizabeth, Manchester, Clarendon, and St Catherine, Jamaica, due to heavy rainfall.

          Topics: Floods

          Safety Precautions:

            09

            June 2026

            Protest near Shinjuku Station may cause localized disruption

            Caution

            Country: Japan

            Location: Tokyo - Shinjuku Station, southeast exit

            A protest is scheduled near the southeast exit of Shinjuku Station on June 9 from 12:00, calling on Japan’s prime minister to uphold Article 9 of the Constitution. The event is expected to remain peaceful, but crowding, heightened security, and localized movement delays are possible around the station.

            Topics: Protests

            Safety Precautions:

            • - Avoid the southeast exit of Shinjuku Station during the protest.
            • - Allow extra time when transiting through Shinjuku.
            • - Monitor local updates and follow instructions from police or station staff.