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 @ 08:00AM (CST)
World Clock
At time of update
Washington, D.C.
09:00AM
Los Angeles
06:00AM
London
02:00PM
Moscow
05:00PM
Beijing
10:00PM
Urgent
The most severe events and alerts
warn Storm Warning
Effective 1 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 Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 6 min agoExpires in 4 min
advi Special Weather Statement
Philomath, OR
Effective 6 min agoExpires in 2 hr
advi Dense Fog Advisory
Friendship, WI
Effective 15 min agoExpires in 60 min
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 16 min agoExpires in 6 min
warn High Wind Warning
Craig, AK
Effective 18 min agoExpires in 8 hr
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 52 min 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 52 min ago
warn Volcanic eruption is on going for Semeru in Indonesia
Senduro, East JavaEffective 57 min ago
ok M 2.7 - 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington
Tonasket, WAEffective 1 hr ago
watc M 4.5 - 26 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan
Hualien City, TaiwanEffective 1 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial data
DOW
46091.74
-1.07%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9544.21
-0.08%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23220.04
0.17%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6617.32
-0.83%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
48537.7
-0.34%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
23.86
-3.36%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
58.89
-2.93%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4109.5
1.06%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
46250
0.14%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.4683
-1.41%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
91645.6
-1.37%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15848
-1.95%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3093.43
-0.91%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
138.38
-1.60%
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 security tensions are escalating across multiple regions, with significant military conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and potential maritime confrontations in the Red Sea. Ongoing geopolitical instability is marked by intense regional conflicts, missile attacks, and humanitarian crises. The Middle East remains a critical flashpoint, with potential for broader regional escalation. Simultaneously, natural disasters and military provocations continue to pose challenges to international stability, requiring close monitoring of emerging threats and potential spillover effects.