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There are no serious national events at this time.

Current global conditions present a complex and multifaceted security landscape. Weather events are localized and manageable, with minor advisories across several US states. Seismic activity remains moderate globally, with no significant immediate threats. However, geopolitical tensions are elevated, particularly in regions involving China, Russia, Ukraine, and the Middle East. Maritime security in the Red Sea is compromised by Houthi rebel activities, and regional conflicts continue to pose potential escalation risks. While no immediate large-scale national security threats are apparent, the international environment remains volatile and unpredictable.

LAST UPDATED 11-16-2025 @ 09:00AM (CST)

World Clock

At time of update

Washington, D.C.

10:00AM

Los Angeles

07:00AM

London

03:00PM

Moscow

06:00PM

Beijing

11:00PM

Urgent

The most severe events and alerts

warn Storm Warning

Effective 2 hr ago King Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US

warn Storm Warning

Effective 2 hr ago King Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US

warn Storm Warning

Effective 2 hr ago Kuskokwim Delta from 15 to 80 NM

warn Storm Warning

Effective 2 hr ago King Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US

warn Storm Warning

Effective 2 hr ago King Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US

extr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel

Effective 3 days ago ---

Alerts

The most recent alerts

advi Test Message

Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 4 min ago Expires in 6 min

advi Special Weather Statement

Sunland, CA
Effective 9 min ago Expires in 45 min

warn Gale Warning

Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Effective 10 min ago Expires in 8 hr

warn Gale Warning

Saint Ignace, MI
Effective 10 min ago Expires in 8 hr

warn Gale Warning

Beulah, MI
Effective 10 min ago Expires in 60 min

Events

The most recent events

ok M 2.6 - 11 km NW of San Antonio, Puerto Rico

San Antonio, Aguadilla Effective 33 min ago

ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:10km) in Off East Coast Of Honshu, Japan 16/11/2025 13:19 UTC, No people affected in 100km.

Miyako, Iwate Effective 55 min ago

ok M 2.7 - 5 km WSW of Westbrook, Texas

Colorado City, TX Effective 59 min ago

watc M 4.5 - 140 km E of Miyako, Japan

Miyako, Iwate Effective 2 hr ago

Financial

The latest global financial data
DOW
47147.48
-0.65%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9698.37
-1.11%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23876.55
-0.69%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6734.11
-0.05%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
50376.53
-1.77%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
19.83
-0.85%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
60.09
2.39%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4094.2
-2.39%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
47229
-0.67%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.4923
-2.21%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
95363.59
-0.19%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.16106
-1.23%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3155.88
-0.33%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
139.83
0.20%
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 slight downward trends, with major indices like S&P 500, DAX, DOW, and Nikkei experiencing minor declines. Cryptocurrency markets were mixed, with Solana showing a small gain while Bitcoin and Ethereum were slightly down. Crude oil prices increased by 2.39%, while gold prices decreased by 2.39%.

Data

The latest global data
Ethiopia
Level 3
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Burundi
Level 3
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Moldova
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Uzbekistan
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Bhutan
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Jamaica
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Papua New Guinea
Level 3
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Portugal
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Anguilla
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Greece
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Sweden
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Fiji
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Laos
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Geomagnetic Storm
none
NOAA SWPC
Radio Blackout
none
NOAA SWPC
Solar Radiation
none
NOAA SWPC
DEFCON 5 - GREEN
DEFCON 5
DEFCON Warning System
Japan
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
South Sudan
Level 4
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
South Africa
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Central African Republic
Level 4
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Egypt
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Niger
Level 4
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Tanzania
Level 3
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Mali
Level 4
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Dominican Republic
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Omaha, NE
11.0 - Cloudy
NWS
Antarctica
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Sudan
Level 4
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Sri Lanka
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Ecuador
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Romania
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Spain
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Bulgaria
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Croatia
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Italy
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Lebanon
Level 4
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
São Tomé and Príncipe
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
United Kingdom
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Equatorial Guinea
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Maldives
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Canada
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
South Korea
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Madagascar
Level 3
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Barbados
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Sierra Leone
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Nepal
Level 3
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Armenia
Level 2
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Belarus
Level 4
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Sint Eustatius
Level 1
US Dept. of State - Travel Advisories
Travel advisories are in effect for several countries, with Ethiopia, Burundi, and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel), while Moldova, Jamaica, Sweden, and Laos are at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Most other monitored countries are at Level 1, and no significant space weather or defense condition changes were reported.

Headlines

The latest headlines of interest
Global tensions remain high with multiple geopolitical flashpoints emerging. Russia continues aggressive military actions against Ukraine, while maintaining significant military pressure. China is expanding its strategic missile capabilities and demonstrating territorial assertiveness in maritime regions. Potential conflict zones are developing in the Middle East, with Houthi missile activities in the Red Sea, and Venezuela's increasingly confrontational stance. Concurrent regional instabilities, including natural disasters and economic challenges, further complicate the global security landscape. The United States must maintain vigilant diplomatic and military preparedness to address these multifaceted international challenges.

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