<![CDATA[The Standeford Journal - News, Intel Analysis: Advisories]]>https://www.ssj.news/s/alertsadvisorieshttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BmwI!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F95254244-5298-44cb-b586-303098f38c86_199x199.pngThe Standeford Journal - News, Intel Analysis: Advisorieshttps://www.ssj.news/s/alertsadvisoriesSubstackSat, 02 May 2026 09:05:12 GMT<![CDATA[Hurricane Beryl Kills 8 People, Power Outages For 2.7 Million]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/hurricane-beryl-kills-at-least-3https://www.ssj.news/p/hurricane-beryl-kills-at-least-3Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:42:26 GMTUNITED STATES - Hurricane Beryl killed 8 people as it hit south-eastern Texas and Louisiana and knocked out power to around 3 million people, 2 million of which were located in the state of Texas. - Article has been updated.

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]]><![CDATA[7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Japan - Tsunami Threat Alert No Longer Active]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/75-magnitude-earthquake-hits-japanhttps://www.ssj.news/p/75-magnitude-earthquake-hits-japanTue, 02 Jan 2024 02:10:36 GMTTOKYO - A 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit Japan at a depth of 10km (6.2 miles). The black dots on the map represent population density. The tsunami warning has since been lifted and there is currently no tsunami warning in effect. 

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Tsunami Caused 3 Foot Waves To Hit Japan’s Coastline, As Well As The South Korean Coast. Reports Of Deaths:

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]]><![CDATA[State Of Emergency: Iceland Evacuates Grindavik After Increase Of Seismic Activity Near Volcano]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/state-of-emergency-iceland-evacuateshttps://www.ssj.news/p/state-of-emergency-iceland-evacuatesSat, 11 Nov 2023 01:30:20 GMTGRINDAVIK - Iceland has evacuated Grindavik, which has a population of 4,000 after a series of earthquakes hit near its volcano, indicating a possible eruption. Almost 800 earthquakes were recorded within a 14-hour time frame around the location. Live Cam Feeds: Live Cam 1 | Live Cam 2.

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Iceland's Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement saying, "The Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management has declared an Emergency/Distress Phase on the Reykjanes peninsula, due to increased seismic activity.  All residents of Grindavík are obliged to evacuate the town.

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Since late October Iceland has had around 24,000 tremors on the Reykjanes peninsula which indicates that an eruption could be imminent.

The Government of Iceland continues to monitor the situation in close collaboration with the Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management and the Icelandic Meteorological Office."

The Svartsengi geothermal plant is also located in the area, which supplies electricity and water to about 30,000 people, but has contingency plans in place in case of service disruption due to a volcanic eruption. 

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The Iceland Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management said, "The national police chief … declares a state of emergency for civil defence due to the intense earthquake [activity] at Sundhnjukagigar, north of Grindavik". 

The department added that “Earthquakes can become larger than those that have occurred and this series of events could lead to an eruption".

Iceland Government: Seismic activity in Reykjanes

(Statements translated) There is an ongoing Emergency/Distress Phase on the Reykjanes peninsula, due to seismic activity. Read more:

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]]><![CDATA[US/UK: Democratic Republic Of Congo Security Situation/Travel Information]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/usuk-democratic-republic-of-congohttps://www.ssj.news/p/usuk-democratic-republic-of-congoFri, 10 Nov 2023 19:47:19 GMTBelgium Ministry of Foreign Affairs: "The International Contact Group for the Great Lakes discussed the current situation in the region. Belgium shared concerns over the rising tensions in the eastern part of the DRC and the risk that the conflict presents to regional stability".

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US/UK Security Situation/Travel Information:

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]]><![CDATA[Current US Travel Advisories - November 8th, 2023]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/current-us-travel-advisories-novemberhttps://www.ssj.news/p/current-us-travel-advisories-novemberWed, 08 Nov 2023 16:39:50 GMTWorldwide Caution: “Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution”.

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]]><![CDATA[FBI: Increase In Reports Of Threats Against Jewish, Muslim And Arab Communities And Institutions]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/fbi-increase-in-reports-of-threatshttps://www.ssj.news/p/fbi-increase-in-reports-of-threatsMon, 06 Nov 2023 17:53:34 GMTFBI Charlotte: "ICYMI: The FBI has seen an increase in reports of threats against Jewish, Muslim, & Arab communities & institutions, raising our concern that violent extremists & lone offenders motivated by or reacting to ongoing events could target these communities:"

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FBI Charlotte: "ICYMI: The FBI has seen an increase in reports of threats against Jewish, Muslim, & Arab communities & institutions, raising our concern that violent extremists & lone offenders motivated by or reacting to ongoing events could target these communities:"

DHS and FBI Public Service Announcement:

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]]><![CDATA[Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Acapulco Departure Information]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/message-for-us-citizens-updated-acapulcohttps://www.ssj.news/p/message-for-us-citizens-updated-acapulcoMon, 30 Oct 2023 14:01:17 GMTMEXICO - After hurricane Otis made landfall in the Mexican city of Acapulco, killing at least 39 people and causing devastation that has left many in the city without working power and water, the U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Mexico released a statement regarding evacuation flights:

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]]><![CDATA[Current Map Snapshots Of Fires Burning Around The Globe - October 30th, 2023]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/current-map-snapshots-of-fires-burninghttps://www.ssj.news/p/current-map-snapshots-of-fires-burningMon, 30 Oct 2023 05:02:55 GMTWORLD - Map snapshots of fires currently burning around the globe. Lighter maps are from a US government monitor, and darker maps are from the European Copernicus monitor. The following are the keys for the two map systems:

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]]><![CDATA[Egypt travel advice - Canadian Government]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/egypt-travel-advice-canadian-governmenthttps://www.ssj.news/p/egypt-travel-advice-canadian-governmentSat, 28 Oct 2023 03:04:59 GMT

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    Egypt - Exercise a high degree of caution

    Exercise a high degree of caution in Egypt due to the unpredictable security situation and the threat of terrorism.

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    Regional risk Explanations:

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Security Alert: Threats Made On Social Media Against U.S. Military Bases In Kuwait]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/security-alert-threats-made-on-socialhttps://www.ssj.news/p/security-alert-threats-made-on-socialWed, 25 Oct 2023 20:42:04 GMTU.S. Embassy in Kuwait: The embassy is aware of threats made on social media by Alwiyat al-Waad al-Haq, a militia group in Iraq, against U.S. military bases in Kuwait.  

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    As a result, the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait is…

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Otis Makes Landfall As Category 5 Hurricane: Nightmare Scenario Unfolding]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/national-hurricane-center-on-hurricanehttps://www.ssj.news/p/national-hurricane-center-on-hurricaneWed, 25 Oct 2023 05:54:29 GMTHurricane Otis Discussion Number 12 NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL

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    Otis Makes Landfall As Category 5 Hurricane With Maximum Sustained Winds At 165 miles per hour. A nightmare scenario is unfolding for southern Mexico this evening with rapidly intensifying Otis approaching the coastline.

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    Satellite images show that Otis has continued to intensify, with Dvorak Data-T estimates between 130-145 kt during the past few hours. The initial wind speed is set to 140 kt as a blend of these values, making Otis a Category 5 hurricane. Otis has explosively intensified 95 kt during the past 24 hours, a mark only exceeded in modern times by Patricia in 2015.

    Extremely Serious Situation For Acapulco Metropolitan Area. Current Maps/Projections:

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Current Global Travel Advisories - October 23rd, 2023]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/current-global-travel-advisorieshttps://www.ssj.news/p/current-global-travel-advisoriesMon, 23 Oct 2023 11:30:45 GMT

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    Current Global Advisories And Maps:

    Travel Advisories In The East:

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Lebanon Security Alert: Do Not Travel - October 22, 2023]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/lebanon-security-alert-do-not-travelhttps://www.ssj.news/p/lebanon-security-alert-do-not-travelMon, 23 Oct 2023 02:08:09 GMTLocation: Lebanon

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    Event: U.S. citizens who wish to depart Lebanon should leave now, due to the unpredictable security situation. There are still commercial flights available, but there is reduced capacity. 

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Iraq Travel Advisory: Ordered Departure Of Non-emergency U.S. Government Personnel]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/iraq-travel-advisory-ordered-departurehttps://www.ssj.news/p/iraq-travel-advisory-ordered-departureSun, 22 Oct 2023 18:12:14 GMTOffice of the Spokesperson: The Department of State updated its Travel Advisory for Iraq on  October 20, 2023 [Now updated again on October 22nd, 2023], following the ordered departure of eligible family members and non-emergency U.S. government personnel from the U.S. Embassy Baghdad and U.S. Consulate General Erbil due to increased security threats ag…

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Coast Guard sets Port Condition YANKEE for U.S. Virgin Islands seaports, 7 Puerto Rico seaports due to Hurricane Tammy]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/coast-guard-sets-port-condition-yankeehttps://www.ssj.news/p/coast-guard-sets-port-condition-yankeeFri, 20 Oct 2023 20:49:23 GMTSAN  JUAN, Puerto Rico – Coast Guard Captain of the Port San Juan set Port  Condition YANKEE, Friday, for U.S. Virgins Islands seaports and seven  Puerto Rico seaports due to Hurricane Tammy, and the possibility of gale force winds (39 mph) arriving within 24 hours.

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    Seaports in Puerto Rico under Port Condition YANKEE include the seaports of  Arecibo, Ceiba, Culebra, Fajardo, San Juan, Vieques, and Yabucoa.  

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    All Remaining Seaports In Puerto Rico Will Remain In Port Condition X-RAY Until Further Notice, including:

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Belgian MFA: Belgians In Lebanon Asked To Leave Country As Soon As Possible]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/belgian-mfa-belgians-in-lebanon-askedhttps://www.ssj.news/p/belgian-mfa-belgians-in-lebanon-askedFri, 20 Oct 2023 19:01:58 GMTBelgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (translated): "Due to the unpredictability of the situation, Belgians are asked to leave the country as soon as possible".

    Statement By Belgian Government (Translated)

    Traveling to Lebanon: Travel advice

    Traveling to Lebanon? Discover our travel tips for this destination. Travel advice constitutes advice and is not binding.

    Red zones: traveling is strictly not recommended:

    Travel to the border areas in the north and east of Lebanon, in the southern neighborhoods of the city of Beirut, the north and northeast of  the city of Tripoli and in the Palestinian refugee camps are strongly discouraged:

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[US Travel Security Alert: Worldwide Caution]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/us-travel-security-alert-worldwidehttps://www.ssj.news/p/us-travel-security-alert-worldwideThu, 19 Oct 2023 22:26:17 GMT

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Foreign travel advice Lebanon - FCDO advises against all travel to Lebanon]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/foreign-travel-advice-lebanon-fcdohttps://www.ssj.news/p/foreign-travel-advice-lebanon-fcdoWed, 18 Oct 2023 23:16:14 GMTBritish Government: Foreign travel advice: Lebanon Warnings. Still current on October 18th, 2023. Updated: October 18th, 2023:

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    Latest update: You are advised against all travel to the whole of Lebanon. If you are currently in Lebanon, we encourage you to leave now while commercial options remain available. ('Warnings and insurance' page) British nationals in Lebanon should register their presence with the FCDO through the link in Travel Advice. ('Warnings and insurance' page.) Information added about visa validity (‘Entry requirements’ page).

    Areas where FCDO advises against travel:

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[US Travel/State Department: Israel Security Alert Update]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/us-travelstate-department-israelhttps://www.ssj.news/p/us-travelstate-department-israelSat, 14 Oct 2023 20:06:15 GMTUS Travel/State Department: Israel: Commercial availability remains limited out of Ben Gurion Airport. The U.S. government is facilitating transportation for U.S. citizens; we urge those wishing to leave to take advantage of these charters while they are available.

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    Please also be aware that the U.S. Government has authorized the departure of family members of U.S. government personnel and some non-emergency personnel on a case-by-case basis from Mission Israel.

    Sunday, October 15, U.S. citizens should arrive at Ben Gurion Terminal 3 and look for a table with a U.S. flag where U.S. Embassy personnel will be present to provide further instructions and assistance.

    Chartered transportation will be to nearby safe locations, not back to the United States and you may not be able to choose your destination. Seats are on a space available basis. We encourage you to arrive early as you may need to wait for an available flight.

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    Gaza: The military conflict between Israel and Hamas is ongoing, making identifying departure options for U.S. citizens complex. We are working on potential options for departure from Gaza for U.S. citizens.

    Requirements For Travelers:

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    ]]>    <![CDATA[Israel, the West Bank and Gaza: Travel Advisory Remains]]>https://www.ssj.news/p/israel-the-west-bank-and-gaza-travelhttps://www.ssj.news/p/israel-the-west-bank-and-gaza-travelSat, 14 Oct 2023 13:40:23 GMTUS State Department: The Department of State updated its Travel Advisory for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza on October 14, 2023, to reflect the authorized departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and eligible family members for U.S. Embassy Jerusalem and U.S. Branch Office Tel Aviv. This replaces the previous Travel Advisory issued on October 11, 2023.

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    This replaces the previous Travel Advisory issued on October 11, 2023. Starting Friday, October 13, the U.S. government will arrange charter flights to assist U.S. citizens and their immediate family members who have been unable to book commercial transit and seek a safe means of departing Israel.

    Summary: Terrorist groups, lone-actor terrorists and other violent extremists continue plotting possible attacks in Israel the West Bank, and Gaza.

    Full Travel Advisory And Other Related Information:

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