There are no serious national events at this time.
Current global situation presents a complex and multi-faceted security landscape with several potential risk factors. Weather-related events are causing localized disruptions across the United States, with multiple advisories and warnings in effect. Seismic activity is widespread but currently at moderate levels, with earthquakes recorded in multiple global regions. Market conditions show slight volatility but no dramatic shifts. Geopolitically, significant tensions exist in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, with ongoing conflicts and territorial disputes raising international security concerns. Nuclear proliferation risks remain elevated, particularly concerning Iran's negotiation stance. While no single event represents an immediate catastrophic threat, the cumulative geopolitical tensions and regional instabilities suggest a precarious global environment.
LAST UPDATED 11-16-2025 @ 07:30PM (CST)
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Urgent
The most severe events and alerts
warn Storm Warning
Effective 13 hr agoKing Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US
warn Storm Warning
Effective 13 hr agoKing Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US
warn Storm Warning
Effective 13 hr agoKuskokwim Delta from 15 to 80 NM
warn Storm Warning
Effective 13 hr agoKing Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US
warn Storm Warning
Effective 13 hr agoKing Cove, AK (Aleutians East Borough) US
extr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 4 days ago---
Alerts
The most recent alerts
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 4 min agoExpires in 6 min
advi Special Weather Statement
Alamosa East, CO
Effective 5 min agoExpires in 30 min
advi Special Weather Statement
Watford City, ND
Effective 8 min agoExpires in 3 hr
advi Coastal Flood Advisory
Bethel, AK
Effective 10 min agoExpires in 19 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 14 min agoExpires in 4 min
Events
The most recent events
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 5M, Depth:10km) in Central East Pacific Rise 17/11/2025 00:46 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
---Effective 24 min ago
watc M 5.0 - central East Pacific Rise
central East Pacific RiseEffective 44 min ago
ok M 2.6 - 22 km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA
Borrego Springs, CAEffective 54 min ago
ok M 2.9 - 23 km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA
Borrego Springs, CAEffective 1 hr ago
ok M 2.8 - 2 km SSE of Liborio Negron Torres, Puerto Rico
Liborio Negron Torres, Sabana GrandeEffective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial data
DOW
47147.48
-0.65%
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FTSE 100
9698.37
-1.11%
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DAX
23876.55
-0.69%
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S&P 500
6734.11
-0.05%
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Nikkei
50159.15
-0.43%
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Volatility Index
19.83
-0.85%
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Crude Oil
59.49
-1.00%
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Gold
4088.8
-0.13%
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DOW Futures
47251
0.05%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.4888
0.93%
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Bitcoin (BTC)
94637.4
0.48%
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Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.1594
0.60%
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Ethereum (ETH)
3123.62
1.01%
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Solana (SOL)
138.76
1.23%
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 financial markets are experiencing mixed but generally downward trends. Major indices like S&P 500, DAX, DOW, and FTSE 100 are showing slight declines. Cryptocurrencies are also down, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana experiencing negative movements. Gold remains relatively stable with a slight positive trend.
Travel advisories are in effect for several countries, with Ethiopia, Burundi, and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel), while countries like Moldova, Jamaica, Sweden, and Laos are at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Global defense and space weather conditions remain at standard levels, with DEFCON 5 status maintained.
Global tensions remain high with multiple potential flashpoints emerging. Geopolitical instability is evident across multiple regions, with particular concerns around Venezuela, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and the India-Pakistan border. Military posturing, regional conflicts, and potential escalation risks are prominent. The international system appears increasingly fragmented, with rising risks of localized conflicts and broader strategic confrontations. Economic pressures and political uncertainties are contributing to an increasingly complex global security environment.