warn Storm Warning
Effective 3 hr ago Kodiak Station, AK (Kodiak Island Borough) US
There are no serious national events at this time.
The current global situation presents a complex and multi-faceted security landscape characterized by several key elements: localized severe weather events across the United States, moderate seismic activity in multiple regions, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and emerging maritime security risks. The Russian-Ukrainian conflict continues with intense missile attacks, while Middle Eastern tensions remain volatile. Simultaneously, natural disasters and humanitarian challenges are compounding global instability. Market indicators show downward trends in major indices, with cryptocurrency markets showing some positive movement. Travel advisories are in place for several countries, indicating potential regional risks.
LAST UPDATED 11-18-2025 @ 09:30PM (CST)World Clock
At time of updateWashington, D.C.
10:30PMLos Angeles
07:30PMLondon
03:30AMMoscow
06:30AMBeijing
11:30AMUrgent
The most severe events and alertsextr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 6 days ago ---
ok Volatility Index is up 10.321722%, currently at 24.69
Effective 26 min ago ---
Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 6 min ago Expires in 4 min
watc Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Camden, TN
Effective 9 min ago Expires in 60 min
advi Special Weather Statement
Scott City, MO
Effective 10 min ago Expires in 8 hr
advi Dense Fog Advisory
Jonesville, LA
Effective 15 min ago Expires in 9 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 16 min ago Expires in 6 min
Events
The most recent eventsok M 2.5 - 119 km SE of Chignik, Alaska
Sand Point, AK Effective 45 min ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km) in Off East Coast Of Honshu, Japan 19/11/2025 02:23 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
Yamada, Iwate Effective 48 min ago
watc M 5.0 - 133 km ESE of Yamada, Japan
Yamada, Iwate Effective 1 hr ago
ok M 2.8 - 60 km ESE of Yakutat, Alaska
Haines, AK Effective 1 hr ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 5M, Depth:122.975km) in Venezuela 19/11/2025 01:38 UTC, 470 thousand in 100km.
Yaguaraparo, Sucre Effective 1 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataCardano (ADA)
0.4744
-0.13%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
92531.76
-0.41%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.16104
-0.37%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3113.6
-0.26%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
142.12
1.06%
Coinbase
DOW
46091.74
-1.07%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9552.3
-1.27%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23180.53
-1.74%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6617.32
-0.83%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
49077.49
0.77%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
24.69
10.32%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
60.5
-0.40%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4078.7
0.30%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
46237
0.11%
Yahoo Finance
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 DOW Futures slightly up, but major indices like S&P 500 and DOW experiencing downturns. Cryptocurrency markets were generally down, with Bitcoin and Ethereum showing negative trends. Commodities like Gold and Crude Oil also experienced minor fluctuations.
Data
The latest global dataEthiopia
Level 3
Burundi
Level 3
Moldova
Level 2
Uzbekistan
Level 1
Bhutan
Level 1
Jamaica
Level 2
Papua New Guinea
Level 3
Portugal
Level 1
Anguilla
Level 1
Greece
Level 1
Sweden
Level 2
Liberia
Level 2
Fiji
Level 1
Laos
Level 2
Geomagnetic Storm
none
Radio Blackout
none
Solar Radiation
none
DEFCON 5 - GREEN
DEFCON 5
North Korea
Level 1
Japan
Level 1
South Sudan
Level 4
South Africa
Level 1
Central African Republic
Level 4
Egypt
Level 1
Comoros
Level 2
Niger
Level 4
Tanzania
Level 3
Mali
Level 4
Dominican Republic
Level 1
Omaha, NE
11.0 - Cloudy
Antarctica
Level 1
Sudan
Level 4
Sri Lanka
Level 2
Ecuador
Level 2
Romania
Level 1
Spain
Level 1
Bulgaria
Level 1
Croatia
Level 1
Italy
Level 1
Lebanon
Level 4
Sao Tome and Principe
Level 2
United Kingdom
Level 1
Equatorial Guinea
Level 2
Maldives
Level 2
Canada
Level 1
South Korea
Level 1
Madagascar
Level 3
Barbados
Level 1
Sierra Leone
Level 2
Nepal
Level 3
Armenia
Level 2
Belarus
Level 4
Travel advisories were issued for several countries, including Ethiopia and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel), and Moldova and Jamaica at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Most countries remained at Level 1 (Normal Precautions). Military readiness remained at DEFCON 5 (Green).
Headlines
The latest headlines of interest!!! Russia could strike NATO much earlier than predicted – German defense chief
Russia Today ---
!!! Israel buries bodies of 2 hostages recovered from Gaza
SCMP ---
!!! Israeli attack on Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon kills at least 13
Al Jazeera ---
Russia proposes full tech transfer for Su-57 fighter jet production in India
WION ---
Death toll from earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passes 800
SCMP ---
Global tensions remain high with multiple active conflict zones and escalating geopolitical risks. Russia continues aggressive military operations in Ukraine, while tensions persist in the Middle East with ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflicts. NATO members are increasingly concerned about potential Russian aggression, with military leadership advising populations to prepare for potential confrontations. Humanitarian crises are emerging in multiple regions, including Afghanistan's devastating earthquake and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. The international security landscape appears increasingly unstable, with multiple potential flashpoints that could rapidly escalate.
