There are no serious national events at this time.
Current global situation indicates multiple concurrent challenges across geopolitical, environmental, and economic domains. Weather advisories and seismic activities suggest ongoing environmental volatility. Geopolitical tensions remain elevated, with active conflict zones in Ukraine, potential escalations in Latin America and the Middle East, and strategic competition between major powers. Financial markets are experiencing downward trends, reflecting economic uncertainty. While no immediate catastrophic threats are present, the complex global landscape requires continuous monitoring and preparedness.
LAST UPDATED 11-14-2025 @ 07:30AM (CST)
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Urgent
The most severe events and alerts
extr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 1 day ago---
ok Volatility Index is up 11.549997%, currently at 22.31
Effective 12 min ago---
Alerts
The most recent alerts
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 4 min agoExpires in 6 min
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 14 min agoExpires in 4 min
advi Special Weather Statement
King Cove, AK
Effective 15 min agoExpires in 12 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 24 min agoExpires in 14 min
advi Flood Advisory
Santa Paula, CA
Effective 24 min agoExpires in 5 hr
Events
The most recent events
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.9M, Depth:37.815km) in Vanuatu 14/11/2025 12:10 UTC, 60 thousand in 100km.
Saratamata, PenamaEffective 43 min ago
watc M 4.9 - 92 km E of Port-Olry, Vanuatu
Saratamata, PenamaEffective 1 hr ago
ok Green flood alert in Portugal
Arruda dos Vinhos, LisbonEffective 1 hr ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.2M, Depth:21.716km) in Russia 14/11/2025 11:33 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
Kasivobara, Sakhalin OblastEffective 1 hr ago
watc M 5.2 - 156 km E of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia
Kasivobara, Sakhalin OblastEffective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial data
DOW
47457.22
-1.65%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9634.22
-1.77%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23647.81
-1.64%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6737.49
-1.66%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
50376.53
-1.77%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
22.31
11.55%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
59.71
1.74%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4109.7
-2.02%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
47269
-0.58%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.5011
-5.35%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
95060.99
-4.57%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.1583
-3.32%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3089.91
-4.33%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
136.33
-5.78%
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 a downturn, with major indices like DOW, S&P 500, and Nikkei showing negative trends. Cryptocurrency markets are also down, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana experiencing declines. The only positive note is a 2.74% increase in Crude Oil prices and a 6.1% rise in the Volatility Index.
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). Space weather conditions are currently mild, with minor solar radiation and no significant radio blackouts or geomagnetic storms.
Global tensions are escalating across multiple theaters, with significant military posturing and active conflicts challenging international stability. Russia continues aggressive actions in Ukraine, while tensions are rising in the Caribbean and Red Sea regions. The US is actively preparing defensive and strategic positioning, particularly with allies like South Korea, in response to growing geopolitical pressures. Potential flashpoints include Venezuela, maritime security in critical shipping lanes, and ongoing conflicts that could rapidly expand. The international security environment remains complex and volatile, with multiple regions showing signs of potential rapid escalation.