There are no serious national events at this time.
The current global landscape presents a complex security environment with multiple interconnected challenges. Weather-related advisories are active across multiple US regions, indicating potential localized disruption risks. Seismic activity is moderate, with several earthquakes recorded globally but most classified as low-impact. Financial markets demonstrate cautious optimism, with positive momentum in cryptocurrency and stock indices. Geopolitical tensions remain elevated, particularly with ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, strategic posturing by China, and maritime security challenges in the Red Sea. Travel advisories are in effect for several countries, suggesting potential regional instabilities. Space weather conditions indicate moderate to strong solar radiation and geomagnetic storm potential.
LAST UPDATED 11-12-2025 @ 07:30AM (CST)
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Urgent
The most severe events and alerts
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Effective 2 hr agoBolinas, CA (Marin County) US
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Effective 2 hr agoBroadmoor, CA (San Mateo County) US
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Effective 2 hr agoSea Ranch, CA (Sonoma County) US
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Alerts
The most recent alerts
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advi Small Craft Advisory
Princeville, HI
Effective 7 min agoExpires in 13 hr
warn Gale Warning
Wailea-Makena, HI
Effective 7 min agoExpires in 13 hr
advi Test Message
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Events
The most recent events
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.7M, Depth:10km) in South Sandwich Islands Region 12/11/2025 12:36 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
---Effective 29 min ago
watc M 4.7 - South Sandwich Islands region
South Sandwich Islands regionEffective 54 min ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.1M, Depth:24.141km) in Philippines 12/11/2025 12:02 UTC, 3 thousand in 100km.
Itbayat, Cagayan ValleyEffective 1 hr ago
watc M 5.1 - 107 km WNW of Basco, Philippines
Itbayat, Cagayan ValleyEffective 1 hr ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.8M, Depth:50.668km) in Papua New Guinea 12/11/2025 10:46 UTC, 110 thousand in 100km.
Finschhafen, Morobe ProvinceEffective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial data
DOW
47927.96
1.18%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9898.44
-0.01%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
24417.44
1.37%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6846.61
0.21%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
51063.31
0.43%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
17.16
-0.69%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
60.43
-1.00%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4136.6
0.49%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
48143
0.24%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.5761
3.58%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
104914.42
1.85%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.17615
2.44%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3548.6
3.87%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
159.42
3.16%
Coinbase
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - National
3.019
-0.53%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - East Coast
2.917
0.24%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - New England
2.931
-0.10%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Central Atlantic
3.06
-0.13%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Lower Atlantic
2.823
0.57%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Midwest
2.828
-1.57%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Gulf Coast
2.511
-2.67%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Rocky Mountain
2.938
-1.14%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - West Coast
4.128
0.54%
US EIA
Polygon (MATIC)
0.1995
-4.59%
Coinbase
Global financial markets show generally positive trends, with cryptocurrency markets experiencing gains across major tokens. Bitcoin is up 1.75%, Ethereum up 3.64%, and Solana up 3.33%. Stock indices like S&P 500, DOW, and Nikkei are showing modest gains, while commodities like Gold are slightly up and Crude Oil is experiencing a minor decline.
Current global travel advisories indicate heightened caution for several countries, with Ethiopia, Burundi, and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel). Several countries like Moldova, Jamaica, Sweden, and Laos are at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Space weather conditions show moderate solar radiation and geomagnetic storm levels. Military readiness remains at DEFCON 5 (Green).
Current global security landscape shows multiple potential flashpoints with escalating tensions. Geopolitical instability is evident across multiple regions, with particular concern around potential conflict scenarios in Eastern Europe, Latin America, and South Asia. Terrorist activities and regional conflicts pose significant risks to international stability. The United States faces complex diplomatic and security challenges, with military positioning and potential confrontations requiring close monitoring. Emerging threats include regional conflicts, potential terrorist incidents, and increasing geopolitical tensions that could rapidly evolve.