There are no serious national events at this time.
Current global situation indicates multiple low-level risks across geopolitical, environmental, and economic domains. Weather advisories are active in multiple US regions with localized impact. Seismic activity is moderate with several earthquakes recorded globally, but no catastrophic events detected. Cryptocurrency and stock markets show mixed performance with minor fluctuations. Geopolitical tensions remain elevated, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East, with ongoing diplomatic and military positioning. Travel advisories are in effect for several countries, suggesting regional instability. No immediate large-scale threats are currently evident, but continuous monitoring is recommended.
LAST UPDATED 11-17-2025 @ 04:30PM (CST)
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The most severe events and alerts
warn Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Effective 18 min agoColumbia, MO (Boone County) US
extr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 5 days ago---
ok Volatility Index is up 12.8593%, currently at 22.38
Effective 3 min ago---
Alerts
The most recent alerts
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
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Forks, WA
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Forks, WA
Effective 12 min agoExpires in 7 hr
advi Small Craft Advisory
Westport, WA
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advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
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Events
The most recent events
ok M 2.5 - 18 km SW of Point Reyes, CA
Inverness, CAEffective 30 min ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:10km) in Greece 17/11/2025 21:04 UTC, 250 thousand in 100km.
Skýros, ESYE24Effective 1 hr ago
watc M 4.5 - 29 km WNW of Skýros, Greece
Skýros, ESYE24Effective 1 hr ago
ok M 2.9 - 58 km S of Whites City, New Mexico
Mentone, TXEffective 2 hr ago
watc M 3.3 - 60 km S of Whites City, New Mexico
Mentone, TXEffective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial data
DOW
46590.24
-1.18%
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FTSE 100
9675.43
-0.24%
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DAX
23590.52
-1.20%
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S&P 500
6672.41
-0.92%
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Nikkei
50323.91
-0.10%
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Volatility Index
22.38
12.86%
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Crude Oil
59.66
-0.72%
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Gold
4045.1
-1.20%
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DOW Futures
46707
-1.11%
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Cardano (ADA)
0.4627
-4.46%
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Bitcoin (BTC)
91875.54
-2.45%
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Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15206
-4.03%
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Ethereum (ETH)
3017.39
-2.42%
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Solana (SOL)
131.18
-4.30%
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 are experiencing a downturn, with major indices like Nikkei, FTSE 100, DAX, S&P 500, and DOW all showing negative performance. Cryptocurrencies are also declining, with Bitcoin down 2-2.7%, Ethereum down 2.6-3.6%, and Solana experiencing the most significant drop at -5.1%. Commodities like crude oil and gold are also trending downward.
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 remain at Level 1 (Normal Precautions). Defense and space weather conditions remain stable.
Global tensions remain high with multiple conflict zones presenting significant geopolitical risks. Russia continues aggressive military operations in Ukraine, while the Middle East remains volatile with ongoing conflicts in Gaza and potential maritime tensions in the Red Sea. China-Japan relations are increasingly strained, and Iran's internal political crisis adds another layer of regional instability. The interconnected nature of these conflicts suggests a complex and potentially escalating global security environment that requires careful diplomatic and strategic monitoring.