There are no serious national events at this time.
The current global situation presents a multi-faceted landscape of potential challenges. Weather-related events are causing localized disruptions across the United States, with various advisories in effect. Seismic activity is notable, with multiple earthquakes recorded globally, particularly in the Pacific Ring of Fire region. Market conditions show volatility, with downward trends in major indices and cryptocurrency markets. Geopolitically, tensions remain high, particularly in Ukraine, the Middle East, and regions with ongoing conflicts. The situation involves complex interactions between military operations, regional instabilities, and humanitarian challenges. While no single event presents an immediate catastrophic threat, the cumulative global tensions suggest a need for heightened awareness and preparedness.
LAST UPDATED 11-19-2025 @ 08:30AM (CST)
World Clock
At time of update
Washington, D.C.
09:30AM
Los Angeles
06:30AM
London
02:30PM
Moscow
05:30PM
Beijing
10:30PM
Urgent
The most severe events and alerts
warn Storm Warning
Effective 2 hr agoKodiak Station, AK (Kodiak Island Borough) US
extr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 6 days ago---
Alerts
The most recent alerts
advi Dense Fog Advisory
Hays, KS
Effective 4 min agoExpires in 1 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 6 min agoExpires in 4 min
advi Freezing Fog Advisory
Fallon, NV
Effective 7 min agoExpires in 24 hr
advi Dense Fog Advisory
Warsaw, MO
Effective 8 min agoExpires in 1 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 16 min agoExpires in 6 min
Events
The most recent events
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:13.014km) in Taiwan 19/11/2025 12:38 UTC, 870 thousand in 100km.
Hualien City, TaiwanEffective 1 hr ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:11.904km) in Taiwan 19/11/2025 12:25 UTC, 800 thousand in 100km.
Hualien City, TaiwanEffective 1 hr ago
warn Volcanic eruption is on going for Semeru in Indonesia
Senduro, East JavaEffective 1 hr ago
ok M 2.7 - 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington
Tonasket, WAEffective 2 hr ago
watc M 4.5 - 26 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan
Hualien City, TaiwanEffective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial data
DOW
46091.74
-1.07%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9532.05
-0.21%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23288.63
0.47%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6617.32
-0.83%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
48537.7
-0.34%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
23.98
7.15%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
59.05
-2.78%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4114.6
1.18%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
46187
0.01%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.4636
-2.40%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
91250.1
-1.79%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15663
-3.10%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3049.69
-2.31%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
136.46
-2.97%
Coinbase
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - National
3.056
1.23%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - East Coast
2.912
-0.17%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - New England
2.972
1.40%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Central Atlantic
3.095
1.14%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Lower Atlantic
2.782
-1.45%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Midwest
2.91
2.90%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Gulf Coast
2.599
3.50%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Rocky Mountain
2.909
-0.99%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - West Coast
4.159
0.75%
US EIA
Polygon (MATIC)
0.1995
-4.59%
Coinbase
Global markets showed mixed performance with European indices (DAX, FTSE 100) slightly up, while US indices like DOW and S&P 500 experienced minor declines. Cryptocurrencies showed downward trends, with Bitcoin and Ethereum experiencing modest losses. Gold prices showed a slight increase.
Several countries were under travel advisories, with Ethiopia, Burundi, and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel), while others like Moldova, Jamaica, and Sweden were at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). No significant solar, radio, or geomagnetic disturbances were reported, and DEFCON status remained at Level 5 (Green).
Global tensions remain high with multiple active conflict zones threatening regional stability. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war continues to escalate, with significant Russian strikes across Ukraine. The Middle East remains volatile, with intense Israeli-Palestinian conflicts and Houthi maritime threats in the Red Sea. Geopolitical tensions are evident in Asia, with the US reinforcing Taiwan's defense capabilities and China engaging in diplomatic confrontations. Humanitarian crises persist, including a devastating earthquake in Afghanistan and ongoing conflicts in Gaza. The international security landscape appears increasingly fragmented and unpredictable, with multiple potential flashpoints that could rapidly develop into broader confrontations.