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Magnitude 7.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Pitaloza Arriba, Panama

A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck 10 km WSW of Pitaloza Arriba, Panama at a depth of about 10 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause major damage near the epicenter and, if under the ocean, may generate a tsunami. This is at least the 5th magnitude 5.0+ earthquake recorded within roughly 300 km of this location in the past year (4 others in that window). The nearest major population center is Panama City, Panama, roughly 205 km away (population ~1.7 million).

Hurricane Warning Tracker: Active U.S. Alerts

Hurricane Warning issued October 9 at 11:07AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL (National Weather Service, United States). Currently covers 46 areas: St. Andrews Bay Waterways; Coastal waters from Okaloosa-Walton County Line to Mexico Beach out 20 NM; Waters from Okaloosa-Walton County Line to Mexico Beach from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Mexico Beach to Apalachicola FL from 20 to 60 NM; Coffee; North Walton; Coastal Bay; Central Walton; Inland Bay; South Walton (+36 more areas).

Tropical Cyclone ISAIAS-26: Alert Updates

From 06/10/2026 to 09/10/2026, a Hurricane/Typhoon > 74 mph (maximum wind speed of 194 km/h) ISAIAS-26 was active in Atlantic. The cyclone affects these countries: United States (vulnerability Low). Estimated population affected by category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 0.753 million . Classified Orange by GDACS, the EU Joint Research Centre's Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System.

M6.3 Earthquake Strikes Near Norsup, Vanuatu

A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck 102 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu at a depth of about 10 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter. This is at least the 28th magnitude 5.0+ earthquake recorded within roughly 300 km of this location in the past year (27 others in that window). The nearest major population center is Port Vila, Vanuatu, roughly 244 km away (population ~50,000).

M6.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Norsup, Vanuatu — Shallow Quake in Active Seismic Zone

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck 105 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu at a depth of about 10 km, reported by the USGS. Earthquakes of this size can cause significant damage to vulnerable structures near the epicenter. This is at least the 28th magnitude 5.0+ earthquake recorded within roughly 300 km of this location in the past year (27 others in that window). The nearest major population center is Port Vila, Vanuatu, roughly 250 km away (population ~50,000).

Tropical Cyclone TWENTY-E-26: Alert Updates

From 07/10/2026 to 07/10/2026, a Tropical Depression (maximum wind speed of 176 km/h) TWENTY-E-26 was active in EastPacific. The cyclone affects these countries: Mexico (vulnerability Medium). Estimated population affected by category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 59040 . Classified Orange by GDACS, the EU Joint Research Centre's Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System.

M1.4 Solar Flare Detected on the Sun — Minor Radio Blackouts Possible

GOES satellites measured a M1.4-class solar flare peaking at 2026-10-06T06:10:00Z (X-ray flux 1.4e-5 W/m2, radio-blackout scale ~R1). Flares cause immediate shortwave radio blackouts on Earth's sunlit side. If this flare launched a CME toward Earth, a geomagnetic storm could follow in 1-3 days - worth watching the Kp index.

M1.1 Solar Flare Detected on the Sun – Minor Radio Blackouts Possible

GOES satellites measured a M1.1-class solar flare peaking at 2026-10-05T18:48:00Z (X-ray flux 1.1e-5 W/m2, radio-blackout scale ~R1). Flares cause immediate shortwave radio blackouts on Earth's sunlit side. If this flare launched a CME toward Earth, a geomagnetic storm could follow in 1-3 days - worth watching the Kp index.

Burundi Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Burundi has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Burundi due to political violence, crime, and health. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. The possibility for political violence exists throughout Burundi. Police and military checkpoints are common and can limit movement. Police may search private homes for weapons. The borders may close without notice. Violent crimes like assault, carjacking, home invasion, grenade attacks, and armed robbery are possible. Criminals may target foreigners and resi This is the first change to Burundi's travel advisory level we've tracked.

Qatar Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Qatar has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Qatar due to risk of armed conflict. U.S. government employee travel restrictions  As of August 28, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Qatar. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights. Aviation Safety The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Noti This is the first change to Qatar's travel advisory level we've tracked.

Tropical Cyclone POLO-26: Alert Updates

From 21/09/2026 to 29/09/2026, a Hurricane/Typhoon > 74 mph (maximum wind speed of 287 km/h) POLO-26 was active in EastPacific. The cyclone affects these countries: Mexico (vulnerability Medium). Estimated population affected by category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 0.222 million . Classified Red by GDACS, the EU Joint Research Centre's Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System.

Democratic Republic of the Congo Travel Advisory (Level 4: Do Not Travel)

Democratic Republic of the Congo has been raised to "Level 4: Do Not Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Do not travelto the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to health, crime, unrest, terrorism, and kidnapping Due to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, the Department of Homeland Security has implemented new restrictions under Title 49 of the U.S. Code which prevent U.S. citizens and nationals who have been in the DRC within a 21-day period from boarding commercial flights into the United States. Travelers who have been in the DRC within 21 days of their flight will not be allowed to board flig This is the first change to Democratic Republic of the Congo's travel advisory level we've tracked.

United Arab Emirates Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

United Arab Emirates has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto the United Arab Emirates due to terrorism and armed conflict.  U.S. government employees working in the UAE need special authorization to travel to military bases and critical energy infrastructure sites due to UAE government restrictions and potential security risks.  As of August 29, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in UAE. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has bee

Guyana Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Guyana has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Guyana due to crime. Violent crime is common, especially at night. Crimes include murder and armed robbery. Local police often lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents.  Stabroek Market is off limits to U.S. Government employees at all times due to crime.  Bourda Market is off limits to U.S. Government employees during evening hours due to crime.  Avoid National Park and Seawall after dark due to vehicle break-ins, poor lighting, and high pedest

Ukraine Travel Advisory (Level 4: Do Not Travel)

Ukraine has been raised to "Level 4: Do Not Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Do not travelto Ukraine for any reason due to the Russia-Ukraine war. U.S. embassy operations The Embassy is open and operating in Kyiv; however, Embassy personnel are subject to movement, curfew, and activity restrictions, which may cause delays in provision of consular assistance to U.S. citizens outside of Kyiv. U.S. citizens seeking assistance, including routine services, should email KyivACS@state.gov. Review what the U.S. government can and cannot do to assist you in a crisis overseas. U.S

Kuwait Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Kuwait has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Kuwait due to the threat of armed conflict, landmines, and crime. The U.S. government has limited ability to offer services to U.S. citizens in Kuwait due to safety risks. U.S. government employee travel restrictions  Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Kuwait. Only family members 18 years of age or older may join U.S. government employees working in Kuwait. Armed conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United

Libya Travel Advisory (Level 4: Do Not Travel)

Libya has been raised to "Level 4: Do Not Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Do not travelto Libya for any reason due to crime, terrorism, health concerns, unrest, kidnapping, or landmines. Read entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to Libya for any reason. Restrictions on U.S. Government Personnel Movement There is currently no U.S. Embassy in Libya. The U.S. government cannot offer emergency services to U.S. citizens in Libya due to the safety risks. U.S. citizens in Libya in need of routine consular services should contact the U.S. Embassy in Tunis, Tunisia for assist

Macau Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Macau has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Macau SAR due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services and arbitrary enforcement of local laws. Reconsider travel to Macau SAR due to a limited ability to provide emergency consular services and arbitrary enforcement of local laws. Reconsider travel due to limited ability for the U.S. government to provide emergency consular services. There are travel restrictions imposed on U.S. diplomatic personnel. Reconsider travel due to arbitrary enforcement of local

Lebanon Travel Advisory (Level 4: Do Not Travel)

Lebanon has been raised to "Level 4: Do Not Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Do not travelto Lebanon due to the risk of crime, terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, landmines, and armed conflict. Do not travel to Lebanon for any reason. The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to U.S. citizens in Lebanon due to the safety risks.  U.S. government employee travel restrictions  U.S. Embassy Beirut personnel are restricted from personal travel throughout Lebanon without advance permission. Additional travel restrictions may be imposed on U.S. personnel un

Bahrain Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Bahrain has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Bahrain due to terrorism and armed conflict. U.S. government employee travel restrictions  Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Bahrain. Only family members 18 years of age or older may join U.S. government employees who work in Bahrain.  Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and signific

Jordan Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Jordan has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Jordan due to terrorism and armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. As of August 29, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Jordan. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights. Terrorism There is a risk of terrorist violence,

Oman Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Oman has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Oman due to risk of armed conflict and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. As of August 30, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Oman. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks in Oman.  Visit the

Saudi Arabia Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider Travel)

Saudi Arabia has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reconsider travelto Saudi Arabia due to risk of Iranian drone and missile targeting of American interests, armed conflict, terrorism, exit bans, and local laws regarding social media activity. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. U.S. government employee travel restrictions As of August 30, 2026, family members may join U.S. government employees who work in Saudi Arabia. U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia are not allowed to travel within 20 miles of the

Iraq Travel Advisory (Level 4: Do Not Travel)

Iraq has been raised to "Level 4: Do Not Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Do not travelto Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, crime, health risks, and the U.S. government’s limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq. Do not travel to Iraq for any reason. The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq due to the safety risks. The Iraqi government cannot guarantee the safety of U.S. citizens against sudden outbreaks of violence and armed conflict. U.S. government employee travel res

North Korea Travel Advisory (Level 4: Do Not Travel)

North Korea has been raised to "Level 4: Do Not Travel" by the U.S. State Department. Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Do not travel to North Korea due to the continuing serious risk of arrest, long-term detention, and the threat of wrongful detention of U.S. nationals. Do not travel to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea for any reason. U.S. passports cannot be used to travel to, in, or through the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK or North Korea) unless they are specially validated for such travel by the Secretary of State. Special validations ar

Bangladesh Travel Advisory (Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution)

Bangladesh has been raised to "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" by the U.S. State Department. There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Bangladesh due to kidnapping, unrest, crime, and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Advisory summary Unrest Unrest and violence have decreased since summer 2024 with the formation of the Interim Government. Occasional protests continue with the potential for violent clashes. Conditions may change on short notice. U.S. citizens should avoid al

M1.0 Solar Flare Detected on the Sun — Minor Radio Impacts Possible

GOES satellites measured a M1.0-class solar flare peaking at 2026-09-05T15:18:00Z (X-ray flux 1.0e-5 W/m2, radio-blackout scale ~R1). Flares cause immediate shortwave radio blackouts on Earth's sunlit side. If this flare launched a CME toward Earth, a geomagnetic storm could follow in 1-3 days - worth watching the Kp index.

M1.2 Solar Flare Detected — Minor Radio Blackouts Possible on Sunlit Side

GOES satellites measured a M1.2-class solar flare peaking at 2026-09-04T07:53:00Z (X-ray flux 1.2e-5 W/m2, radio-blackout scale ~R1). Flares cause immediate shortwave radio blackouts on Earth's sunlit side. If this flare launched a CME toward Earth, a geomagnetic storm could follow in 1-3 days - worth watching the Kp index.

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