warn Storm Warning
Effective 2 hr ago Kodiak Station, AK (Kodiak Island Borough) US
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 @ 08:30AM (CST)World Clock
At time of updateWashington, D.C.
09:30AMLos Angeles
06:30AMLondon
02:30PMMoscow
05:30PMBeijing
10:30PMUrgent
The most severe events and alertsextr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 6 days ago ---
Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Dense Fog Advisory
Hays, KS
Effective 4 min ago Expires in 1 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 6 min ago Expires in 4 min
advi Freezing Fog Advisory
Fallon, NV
Effective 7 min ago Expires in 24 hr
advi Dense Fog Advisory
Warsaw, MO
Effective 8 min ago Expires in 1 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 16 min ago Expires in 6 min
Events
The most recent eventsok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:13.014km) in Taiwan 19/11/2025 12:38 UTC, 870 thousand in 100km.
Hualien City, Taiwan Effective 1 hr ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.6M, Depth:11.904km) in Taiwan 19/11/2025 12:25 UTC, 800 thousand in 100km.
Hualien City, Taiwan Effective 1 hr ago
warn Volcanic eruption is on going for Semeru in Indonesia
Senduro, East Java Effective 1 hr ago
ok M 2.7 - 9 km NW of Tonasket, Washington
Tonasket, WA Effective 2 hr ago
watc M 4.5 - 26 km ENE of Hualien City, Taiwan
Hualien City, Taiwan Effective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataDOW
46091.74
-1.07%
Yahoo Finance
FTSE 100
9532.05
-0.21%
Yahoo Finance
DAX
23288.63
0.47%
Yahoo Finance
S&P 500
6617.32
-0.83%
Yahoo Finance
Nikkei
48537.7
-0.34%
Yahoo Finance
Volatility Index
23.98
7.15%
Yahoo Finance
Crude Oil
59.05
-2.78%
Yahoo Finance
Gold
4114.6
1.18%
Yahoo Finance
DOW Futures
46187
0.01%
Yahoo Finance
Cardano (ADA)
0.4636
-2.40%
Coinbase
Bitcoin (BTC)
91250.1
-1.79%
Coinbase
Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15663
-3.10%
Coinbase
Ethereum (ETH)
3049.69
-2.31%
Coinbase
Solana (SOL)
136.46
-2.97%
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.
Data
The latest global dataEthiopia
Level 3
Burundi
Level 3
Moldova
Level 2
Uzbekistan
Level 1
Bhutan
Level 1
Jamaica
Level 2
Papua New Guinea
Level 3
Portugal
Level 1
Anguilla
Level 1
Greece
Level 1
Sweden
Level 2
Liberia
Level 2
Fiji
Level 1
Laos
Level 2
Geomagnetic Storm
none
Radio Blackout
none
Solar Radiation
none
DEFCON 5 - GREEN
DEFCON 5
North Korea
Level 1
Japan
Level 1
South Sudan
Level 4
South Africa
Level 1
Central African Republic
Level 4
Egypt
Level 1
Comoros
Level 2
Niger
Level 4
Tanzania
Level 3
Mali
Level 4
Dominican Republic
Level 1
Omaha, NE
11.0 - Cloudy
Antarctica
Level 1
Sudan
Level 4
Sri Lanka
Level 2
Ecuador
Level 2
Romania
Level 1
Spain
Level 1
Bulgaria
Level 1
Croatia
Level 1
Italy
Level 1
Lebanon
Level 4
Sao Tome and Principe
Level 2
United Kingdom
Level 1
Equatorial Guinea
Level 2
Maldives
Level 2
Canada
Level 1
South Korea
Level 1
Madagascar
Level 3
Barbados
Level 1
Sierra Leone
Level 2
Nepal
Level 3
Armenia
Level 2
Belarus
Level 4
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).
Headlines
The latest headlines of interest!!! Russian strikes kill dozens in western Ukraine as whole country placed on alert
France24 ---
!!! Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon kills 13 people
France24 ---
!!! US sells $700m NASAMS missile system to Taiwan
Al Jazeera ---
Saudi Arabia designated major non-NATO ally of US, gets F-35 warplanes deal
Al Jazeera ---
Death toll from earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passes 800
SCMP ---
Myanmar military raids online scam hub, arrests nearly 350 on Thai border
Al Jazeera ---
Global tensions remain high with multiple active conflict zones threatening regional stability. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war continues to escalate, with significant Russian strikes across Ukraine. The Middle East remains volatile, with intense Israeli-Palestinian conflicts and Houthi maritime threats in the Red Sea. Geopolitical tensions are evident in Asia, with the US reinforcing Taiwan's defense capabilities and China engaging in diplomatic confrontations. Humanitarian crises persist, including a devastating earthquake in Afghanistan and ongoing conflicts in Gaza. The international security landscape appears increasingly fragmented and unpredictable, with multiple potential flashpoints that could rapidly develop into broader confrontations.
