Global Event Observer

The Observer informs you about current international events that might affect your  international letter or packet shipments.

South Africa 01-Jun Flooding across Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal: Media sources report that heavy rain since June 1 has led to flooding in parts of Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces in South Africa. In Eastern Cape, the heaviest flooding has been reported in the metropolitan areas of Buffalo City and Nelson Mandela Bay which are home to the cities of Gqeberha and East London. Other affected districts in Eastern Cape include the OR Tambo, Sarah Baartman, and Amathole municipalities. Several roadways across the region have been closed due to flooding. Flooding has also been reported in KwaZulu-Natal province. As of June 4, around 12 people have been killed and around 2,000 households evacuated across the affected areas. The flood situation could worsen as more rain has been forecast for the region over the next 2 days. Business and logistics disruptions are possible in the affected areas.
Germany 03-Jun Flooding disrupts postal and cargo delivery services: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 3 revealed that heavy rain and flood-ing is disrupting postal and cargo delivery operations in southwestern Germany. Impacted postcodes include 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 78, 79, and 88. Sources report that delays and cancellations are likely in the affected area until at least June 5. Lingering delays are likely beyond this as carriers deal with any backlog.
Vietnam 05-Jun Cyberattack causes postal disruptions in Vietnam : Media sources on June 5 reported that postal disruptions have been occurring in Vietnam following a ransomware attack on the Vietnam Post Corporation, the national postal operator of Vietnam. According to reports, the attack has affected the implementation of postal delivery activities. Disruptions to nationwide postal operations are likely until the issue is resolved.
Australia 06-Jun Flooding in parts of New South Wales: Media sources on June 7 informed that several flood warnings are in effect for the areas around Sydney to the Jervis Bay Territory in New South Wales, Australia. According to reports, the state emergency services had helped with evacuating residents in Piction, while there were road closures reported on Princes Highway in both directions at Bewong. Roads in Illawarra, South Coast, and Southern Highlands were also affected by floodwaters. The Warragamba Dam had reported a spilling over. Previously, on June 6, heavy rainfall caused flooding in parts of Illawarra, New South Wales, Australia. The worst impacted areas include Shoalhaven, Nowry Berry, and Albion Park. Authorities warn that a high tide overnight is expected to worsen flooding in affected areas.
Germany 06-Jun Flood situation slowly improving in southern Germany: Updated media sources report that the flood situation is slowly improving in southern Germany. However, the threat of flooding persists, especially for cities and towns located further downstream along the Danube River. Authorities in Austria, Slovenia, and Hungary are preparing for potential flooding due to critical water levels along the Danube. Flooding is still causing logistical disruptions, especially among rail and inner-shipping operations. Little to no further rainfall is expected over southern Germany over the next few days, and the improved weather situation will help with pumping, rescue, and recovery operations.
Belarus 08-Jun Postal system upgrade to disrupt postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 24 indicates that Belpochta, the state-owned postal operator of Belarus has scheduled maintenance operations of the IPS system. The upgrade will reportedly take place overnight between 21:00 and 00:01 local time on June 8-9. During this time, periodic interruptions to IT services are to be expected, as well as providing tracking elements and EAD messages will be suspended.
Austria 08-Jun Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Styria: According to media reports, heavy rainfall led to flooding in numerous districts of Styria, Austria on June 8. The areas most affected are Graz, Hartberg-Fürstenfeld and the south of Styria. Disruptions to logistics should be expected.
Vietnam 08-Jun Flooding in Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces: On June 9, media sources report that continuous heavy rain since June 8 had caused flooding and road disruptions in parts of Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces in Viet Nam. The most impacted areas include Hai Phong City and several districts in Quang Ninh province, including Hai Ha, Dam Ha, Uong Bi, and Ha Long. Evacuations were reported in parts of Uong Bi. More rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Spain 08-Jun Storms cause flooding and disruption across Murcia: Media sources reported that heavy rain and storms since June 8 continue to cause flooding and disruptions across parts of Murcia, Spain. Affected areas include Las Torres de Cotillas, Yecla, Calasparra, Molina de Segura, Murcia, Moratalla, Cieza, Jumilla, Pliego, Caravaca, and Mula. Several roads in the affected areas, including the RM-174 in Pozuelo, Calasparra and the Villena road in Yecla, have been closed due to flooding and mudslides. Traffic disruptions were reported in all affected municipalities. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Indonesia 09-Jun Parts of South Jakarta experience flooding following heavy rain : According to information available to Everstream Analytics, heavy rainfall on June 9 led to flooding of numerous main roads in the south of the capital Jakarta. Extensive traffic disruptions were reported. Logistic delays should be expected.
Argentina 09-30-Jun Air traffic controllers to go on nationwide strikes: Media sources reported that the air traffic controllers’ union (ATEPSA) has announced a series of strikes at airports across Argentina from June 9 to demand increased wages. The strikes are expected to last for 18 days in total and take place on the following days: June 9-12, June 14, June 17-21, and June 23-30. Disruptions to flight operations are to be expected.
Austria 10-Jun Flooding continues in parts of southeastern Austria: Updated media sources on June 10 report that flooding continues to cause disruption in parts of Styria and Burgenland, Austria, following heavy rain that began on June 8. Particularly impacted areas include Hartberg-Fürstenfel, Oberwart, Wiesfleck, Schreibersdorf, Rudersdorf, Dobersdorf, and Übelbach, in addition to several localities of Graz including Deutschfeistritz, Eggersdorf, Weinitzen, Andritz, and Mariatrost. Reports indicate water has inundated buildings and roads in affected areas; bridges are reportedly damaged in Kleinlungitz, Schäffern, and Vorau while dams have reportedly broken in Lafnitz and Güssing. Landslides have blocked roads in some areas, including the A9 near Übelbach which will remain closed until June 14. Further heavy rain is forecast for south and southeastern areas of Austria through June 11. Ongoing logistics and business disruptions are likely.
France 11-13-Jun Air traffic controllers announce further strikes at Paris-Orly Airport: Updated media sources on June 5 report that air traffic control workers at Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) have announced further strikes to take place on June 11-13. The workers are members of the Unsa-Icna union and are striking to demand additional recruitment. Previous strikes on May 25-26 resulted in the cancelation of around 70 percent of flights at Paris-Orly Airport. Similar disruptions are likely during the coming strike days.
United States 12-Jun State of emergency declared in parts of South Florida due to flooding: Media sources on June 13 report that state of emergency has been declared in the counties Broward, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade, and Sarasota on the evening of June 12 after heavy rainfall had led to major flooding in the region. Heavy rainfall has led to waterlogged roads, causing transportation disruptions. Hundreds of flights were also delayed at Miami International Airport (IATA: MIA) and Fort Lauderdale International Airport (IATA: FLL). Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
China 14-Jun Floods cause disruptions across Fujian: Media sources indicate that heavy rainfall starting from June 14 in central and northern parts of Fujian resulted in rising river water levels, road collapses, crop destructions, and landslides affecting at least 51,500 people in Nanping, Sanming, Wuping and other places in the provinces. As a result of landslides, four people were killed and two have been reported missing. Local authorities issued a Level 3 emergency response and continuing Level 2 rainfall warnings. According to sources, further rainfall will persist at least on June 18. Lingering disruptions to businesses and logistics are to be expected.
Brazil 15-Jun Authorities forecast further rainfall in Rio Grande do Sul : Updated media sources report that authorities have forecasted further rainfall in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. According to reports, a cold front would move in off the coast into most portions of the state on June 15. Rainfall is expected over much of the state, with the central and northern areas receiving most of the rainfall totals. However, due to already-high water and river levels, that new bout of rainfall could once again lead to waterlogging and further flooding. Previously, it was reported that flood-related disruptions persist in the state. Logistics disruptions are also expected to continue due to damage to roadways and the continued closure of the Salgado Filho International Airport in Porto Alegre, which will remain closed until December. Continued business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Sweden 15-Jun System upgrade to disrupt postal services in Sweden: On June 11, PostNord Group confirmed that the transmission of electronic data interchange (EDI) messages will be interrupted from 08:00 local time on June 15 until 07:00 local time on June 16 due to an upgrade of the IPS 2023 system. Delays in EDI message transmission are to be expected during the upgrade process. PostNord plans to transmit all EDI messages that should have been sent during the interruption as soon as the information systems are back online.
United States 15-Jun Wildfire in California threatens Highway I-5: Media sources reported on June 15 that a major wildfire known as the ‘Post Fire’ broke out in Gorman, California, United States. According to sources, the fire covered an area of 14,625 acres and was only 2 percent contained as of the evening of June 16 and threatened the nearby section of Highway Interstate 5 (I-5). Authorities have reportedly evacuated at least 1,200 people in Los Angeles County as the fire spread. No injuries have been reported. Firefighting operations have been underway to contain the spread of fire despite limited visibility. Lingering disruption to transportation is to be expected in the surrounding zone.
El Salvador 16-Jun Further rainfall causes additional flooding in El Salvador: Updated media sources reported that heavy rain has caused more flooding and landslides in El Salvador. Several flooded roads and houses as well as uprooted trees were reported. The most affected areas are Puerto de La Libertad, San Salvador Sur, San Salvador, and La Libertad Este. An evacuation order was announced for Majahual Arriba due to river overflow. The death toll in the affected region has risen to 20. Since June 16, heavy rain and flooding have displaced 3,800 people. Business and transportation disruptions are to be expected.
El Salvador 17-Jun El Salvador declares state of emergency due to flooding: Media sources reported that El Salvador declared a state of emergency following floods impacting its southern coastal areas since June 17. Sources indicated that at least 5,000 residents have been evacuated while 11 fatalities were recorded. The floods have caused widespread transportation disruptions, with at least 233 blockades reported on federal highways, roadways, and streets. Forecast models predict more rainfall until at least June 21-22 due to the influence of a tropical system developing in the southern portions of the Gulf of Mexico. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Georgia 18-Jun Postal operations face delays and disruptions: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 18 indicated that Georgian Post has been facing disruptions to its postal services across Georgia amid internal reorganization. Reportedly, the reorganization process at the office of exchange and sorting center impacted operations and caused delays to mail processing and delivery procedures. No timeline has been immediately disclosed as to when postal services may normalize.
Panama 18-Jun Customs officials launch nationwide strike: Local media sources report that the officials of the National Customs Authority (ANA) have announced that they will carry out a strike throughout Panama on June 18. The strike is due to the issues of unjustified dismissals and the disbursement of seniority bonuses. According to reports, ANA officials may go on an indefinite strike from June 20 if their demands are not fulfilled. Customers may experience delays in customs clearance throughout Panama due to strike disruptions.
France 19-Jun Flooding in parts of Loire-Atlantique region: Media sources reported that heavy rainfall on June 19 led to flooding in several parts of the Loire-Atlantique region in France. The most affected areas were Châteaubriant, Nozay, Abbaretz, Issé, and the Nantes metropolitan area. According to reports, several roads were inundated in the affected areas. Disruptions to the rail network in Nantes were also reported. Logistic and business disruptions are likely.
Italy 19-Jun IT issue causes postal disruptions in Italy: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicated that an IT issue at Poste Italiane has been disrupting postal operations in Italy since June 19. According to reports, all postal operations involving the processing of inbound and outbound parcels to and from non-EU countries as well as inbound tracked/registered products from non-EU origin countries have been interrupted in its offices of exchange. Sources indicated that the IT issue has since been resolved and authorities have been working on clearing the backlog. Normal postal operations are expected to resume on the week of July 1.
India 20-Jun Flooding in several districts of Assam: Media sources on June 20 indicated that heavy rain had caused flooding in Assam, India. The most affected districts include Karimganj, Tamulpur, Bajali, Hojai, and Nagaon. The Kopili River continues to be above the dangerous mark, and roads as well as other critical infrastructure have been flooded. Businesses and logistics disruptions are likely.
Mexico 20-Jun Tropical Storm Alberto causes disruptions: Media sources on June 20 report that under the impacts of Tropical Storm Alberto, heavy rains and strong winds have led to flooding and disruptions in Nuevo Leon and Veracruz, Mexico. Sources indicate that flooding occurred in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, where Highway Monterrey-Saltillo was submerged by floodwater. The Santa Catarina River has overflow due to the rainfall. Power outages have been reported across Tamaulipas and Nuevo Leon as a result of the storm. Lingering disruptions are likely while clean-up and repair works are ongoing.
Switzerland 21-Jun A13 motorway remain closed following landslides: Media sources reported that the A13 motorway remains closed between Roveredo and San Bernardino Pass in Graubünden, Switzerland following landslides on June 21. The authorities will partially restore traffic on the A13 motorway in July, and vehicular traffic will resume on one of the highway lanes following the first restoration work. It could take months to complete all the restoration work. The closure could cause a supply bottleneck in eastern Switzerland as freight traffic has been affected by the A13 closure. Though alternative A2 is available, increased traffic volume, longer waiting times and traffic jams are to be expected. Logistics disruptions are likely.
United States 22-Jun Authorities declare disaster emergency across northwest Iowa: Updated media sources on June 22 report that the state authorities have declared a disaster emergency for 21 counties across northwest Iowa, United States due to severe storms and floods. The affected counties are Sioux, Buena Vista, Cerro Gordo, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Floyd, Hancock, Humboldt, Kossuth, Lyon, O’Brien, Osceola, Plymouth, Pocahontas, Webster, Winnebago, Woodbury, Worth, and Wright. Floods have been going on in several counties in northwest Iowa since June 21. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Portugal 22-23-Jun System update to disrupt postal services in Portugal: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 18 indicated that CTT Correios de Portugal SA, the postal operator of Portugal has scheduled IT systems upgrade of EDI messages. The update will reportedly take place overnight between 18:00 and 06:00 local time on June 22-23. During this period, sending and receiving EDI messages will be suspended. As a result, some postal disruptions may occur.
Mexico 24-Jun Heavy rain causes flooding in parts of Tecámac: Local media sources reveal that heavy rain has caused severe flooding in several areas of the municipality of Tecámac, State of Mexico, Mexico in the afternoon of June 24. Flooding impacted traffic on a bridge located on the Mexico-Pachuca highway, and several roads in the area reported damages. Freight transportation has been affected due to heavy waterlogging on the roads. Logistics and business disruptions can be expected.
China 24-Jun Flooding in parts of Changsha, Hunan: Media sources reported that heavy rain and storms had caused flooding and logistics disruptions in several areas of Changsha, Hunan, China on the morning of June 24. Waterlogging was reported on streets and residential areas across the city. The authorities have issued a rainstorm alert for Changsha and nearby areas. Beisheng, Chunkou, and other nearby towns in the north of Liuyang City also experienced disruptions due to heavy rain. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
United States 25-Jun Flooding expands across Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota: Updated media sources report on June 25 that flooding continues to impact community in western Iowa, western Minnesota, and South Dakota, United States as heavy rain and strong winds have continued for several days. One fatality has been reported, and evacuations have been enacted in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota; Sioux County, Clay County, and Rock Valley, Iowa; and Free Born and Blue Earth Counties, Minnesota. Damage to roadways and unspecified structures has also been reported in the area. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain in the area are expected to continue through at least June 26. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Kenya 25-Jun Protests break out across Kenya : Media sources report that demonstrators are protesting in cities throughout Kenya, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and other cities. On June 25, sources reported that protests had erupted nationwide in opposition to a new financial bill proposed by the government. Although President William Ruto has withdrawn the planned tax hike, protestors are now demanding that Ruto resign. On June 27, at least two people were killed and seven injured in clashes with police near Nairobi. It is unknown when protests are likely to conclude. At least 23 people have been killed since the protests began. Logistic and business disruptions can be expected.
Kenya 25-Jun Anti-government protests continue across Kenya: Updated media sources on July 2 indicate that anti-government protests continued across Kenya. At least 39 people have died and 361 injured amid the clashes with police since the beginning of the protest. A new demonstration on July 4 has been planned. It is unknown when protests are likely to conclude. Business disruptions are likely to continue.
New Zealand 26-Jun Flooding in areas of Hawke’s Bay and Tairawhiti: Media sources on June 26 informed that flooding had occurred in the coastal areas of Hawke’s Bay and Tairawhiti, New Zealand. In Wairoa, at least 100 people had been evacuated, and about 400 properties were affected by floodwaters. Authorities have declared a state of emergency in Heretaunga and Wairoa. Weather forecast models predict that rainfall is expected to continue until the evening of June 28.
Ireland 26-30-Jun Irish Airline Pilots Association strike to cancel 200 flights : Media sources reported on June 24 that the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) has called for a full strike on June 29. The 24-hour measure has been added to the existing five-day work-to-rule strike scheduled to take place from June 26-30. Aer Lingus has been forced to cancel over 200 flights in advance of the action. Workers are demanding a pay increase of 20 percent. Disruptions to flight operations are expected.
Mexico 27-Jun Mexico faces customs delays due to power outages: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 27 indicated that customs delays are currently occurring in Mexico due to a power outage at customs clearing facilities. As a result, inbound and outbound clearances are affected. There is currently no further information on when will the clearance delays end. Customers may face business and logistics disruptions.
India 28-Jun Floods cause disruptions in Delhi: Media sources reported that floods have caused disruptions across Delhi and surrounding areas since June 28. Five people died in rain-related incidents. Minto Brideg and tunnels at Pragati Maidan were closed and traffic disruptions were reported across the city. Traffic disruptions and delays were reported in Sector 62-63 of Noida. Power disruption was reported due to technical faults and precautionary shutdown in the city's waterlogged areas including Dwarka, Jangpura, and Laxmi Nagar. Sources reported that a roof collapse at Terminal 1 of Delhi International Airport (IGI) resulted in one death and eight injuries on June 28. All flight departures from the terminal were also temporarily suspended on the same day. Disruptions are likely to continue as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert forecasting heavy rain in the region.
Barbados 30-Jun Hurricane Beryl impacts postal operations in Barbados: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 1 indicated that operations of the Barbados Postal Service have been affected by Hurricane Beryl. Reportedly, Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) and all businesses were shut from 19:00 local time on June 30, causing nationwide delays in the processing of parcel-post, letter-post and EMS items. Delays in postal operations are likely until the impact of the storm subsides. Barbados Postal Service is the national postal operator of Barbados.
Japan 01-Jul Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Fukuoka Prefecture: Local media sources report that heavy rainfall accompanied severe thunderstorms had caused flooding in multiple towns of Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan on July 1. Several roads and properties were flooded in Munakata City. The authorities have issued evacuation orders for multiple Fukuoka towns, including Munakata City, Koga City, Fukutsu, Ukiha City, and Higashimine. Flood warnings have been issued for Kurume City, Yanagawa City, Yame City, Chikugo City, Okawa City, Oki Town, and Hirokawa Town. Logistics and business disruptions are likely.
China 01-Jul Flood causes disruptions in Pingjiang County, Hunan: Media sources reported the flood since July 1 caused disruptions in Pingjiang County, Hunan Province, China. According to reports, the water level of the Miluo River has reached 7.17 meters above the warning level as of 00:30 local time on July 2. Evacuations in the affected areas have been reported. Sources indicate that 34,000 people have been affected by the flooding. Over 2,600 bridges and roads have been washed away and nearly 11,333 hectares of crops have been damaged. At the time of writing, economic losses are estimated at 200,000,000 CNY (27,505,000 USD / 26,560,000 EUR). The highest Level I flood control response has been in place since July 1 across the county. Business and logistics transportation are to be expected in the area.
Jamaica 03-Jul Postal delays to remain until August after Hurricane Beryl: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 16 reported that postal operations by Jamaica Post have been partially restored following the passage of Hurricane Beryl. This applies to outbound, inbound and domestic mail processing and delivery, response to customer service inquiries and IT-related activities. Full restoration of postal operations is reportedly not yet possible as electricity, water and internet connectivity have not been restored in some localities. Consequently, approximately 40 percent of delivery offices island-wide will observe modified opening hours until August 30. Related delays in postal operations are to be expected.
Turkey 03-Jul Wildfires break out in parts of Izmir :Media sources report that more than one dozen wildfires have broken out in Izmir province, Turkey. The districts of Çeşme, Menderes, Menemen, Selçuk and Torbalı are most affected. The Sabuncubeli section of the Izmir-Manisa highway was closed to traffic due to the firefighting operations on July 3. Sources reported evacuations in several affected areas, including Çamönü. Business and logistic disruptions are likely.
Italy 03-Jul Postal operations face delays in Aosta Valley region: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 3 indicated that severe weather conditions in the Aosta Valley region, Italy have impacted the operations of Poste Italiane in the area. According to reports, the most affected areas include Cretaz, Epinel and via Cavagnet in the Cogne municipality as well as Vieyes in the Aymavilles municipality. Delays in the collection and delivery of domestic and international mail and parcels are expected. Poste Italiane is the designated postal operator of Italy.
Jamaica 03-Jul Hurricane Beryl disrupts postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 3 reported that operations of Jamaica Post have been disrupted due to the passage of Hurricane Beryl. According to reports, all inbound and outbound international mail operations have been suspended. Additionally, restricted operations have been implemented for the processing and delivery of domestic mail, responses to customer service inquiries and other associated services and activities, including IPS updates. Delays in postal operations are likely until the impact of the storm subsides. Jamaica Post is the national postal operator of Jamaica.
India 04-Jul Congestion closes Export Terminal at Chennai International Airport : Media sources on July 4 indicated that the Chennai International Airport's Air Cargo Export Terminal has been shut due to congestion. Customs clearing has been delayed by up to 48 hours due to the large volume of unprocessed cargo. The reason is an administrative issue. Some customers may experience logistics delays.
Italy 05-06-Jul Aviation workers call for nationwide strike: Media sources indicate that the Cub Trasporti (CUB) union called cargo handling staff for a strike at airports in Italy due to the issue of working conditions improvement. Reportedly, the strike will take place from 00:00 to 23:59 local time on July 5. Milan Malpensa Airport and Milan Linate Air-port will be affected. Additionally, trade unions OSL FIT-CISL, UGL-TA, and FAST-CONFSAL-AV called for a strike on July 5 from 13:00 to 17:00 local time, which will affect the staff of the ENAV company at Venice Tessera airport. Disruptions to flight operations and cargo processing are likely.
India 07-Jul Flooding in parts of Mumbai: Media sources on July 8 report that heavy rain had caused severe flooding in several areas of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on July 7. The flooding continues on July 8 morning in several areas including Andheri, Kurla, Bhandup, King’s Circle, and Dadar. According to reports, traffic remains affected severely in parts of Mumbai due to waterlogging. Parts of Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) also experience disruptions due to inclement weather. Forecast models predicts further rain in the city and surrounding areas through July 10. Further disruptions to businesses and logistics are likely.
United States 08-Jul 1.7 million customers remain without power in Texas: Updated utility sources report that 1.7 million customers remain without power in Texas, United States as of 01:49 local time on July 10. Some of the hardest-hit counties include Brazoria, Matagorda, Galveston, Calhoun, Wharton, and Jackson. The outages were caused by the passage of Hurricane Beryl which made landfall as a category 1 hurricane on July 8. It is unclear when the utility companies will be able to restore power.
China 08-Jul Heavy rain causes traffic disruptions in Zhengzhou : Local media sources reported that heavy rain caused traffic disruptions on multiple roads and expressways in and around Zhengzhou, Henan, China on the morning of July 8. The waterlogging affected roads and expressways, including Lianhuo Expressway, Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway, Zhengzhou Ring Expressway, Yanluo Expressway, Anluo Expressway, Jiaotang Expressway, Shangdeng Expressway, Zhengmin Expressway, Zhengluan Expressway, Daguang Expressway, Zhengyun Expressway, Zhengshao Expressway, Lannan Expressway, and Rilan Expressway. Logistics delays are likely.
United States 08-Jul Hurricane Beryl to make landfall on Texas: Media sources on July 8 informed that Hurricane Beryl will make landfall around Matagorda, Texas, United States during early July 8. At the time of writing, a storm surge warning was in effect for Mesquite Bay and Sabine Pass, as well as Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay. A hurricane warning is in effect for the Texas coast from Mesquite Bay northward to Port Bolivar. A tropical storm warning was in effect on the Texas coast south of Mesquite Bay to Port Mansfield and the Texas coast north of Port Bolivar to Sabine Pass. The hurricane is then set to reach Arkansas on July 9 and weaken into a tropical depression. The tropical depression is forecast to track through the states of Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana through July 9 to 10. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
United States 10-Jul Flooding in central Vermont: Media sources on July 12 reported that the remnants of Hurricane Beryl had caused flooding in central Vermont, the United States. Flooding has occurred in Barre, Plainfield, and the outskirts of Montpelier. According to reports, about seven inches of rainfall was recorded in the worst affected areas over a 24-hour period which started on July 10. At least two fatalities have been reported. More than 54 state roads and at least six bridges have been closed. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
Canada 10-Jul Flooding and transportation disruptions in Montreal: Media sources on July 10 reported that heavy rain had caused flooding and transportation disruptions in Montreal, Canada. Traffic disruptions were reported on Highway 15, 13, and 40. Inclement weather has also caused disruptions at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (IATA: YUL), with 30 flights being delayed. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
Jamaica 10-Jul Internet outage causes suspension of customs clearances: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 10 indicates that due to an internet outage caused by the passage of Hurricane Beryl, customs authorities in Jamaica have placed clearances on hold. There is no estimate for when internet connection is expected to be restored at the time of writing.
India 11-Jul Disruptions at Bongaon-Petrapole border crossing: Media sources on July 21 reported that import and export at the Bongaon-Petrapole border between India and Bangladesh remain disrupted due to the ongoing protests in Bangladesh. Daily 10-hour stoppages at the border have been in place since July 11 following the outbreak of protests against the civil service job quota in Bangladesh. Logistics disruptions are likely.
Austria 12-Jul Inclement weather causes flooding across Austria: Media sources on July 13 reported that floods and landslides have occurred in multiple areas in Austria due to thunderstorms starting in the afternoon of July 12. Damage has been reported in Vorarlberg, Mostviertel, Styria, and Carinthia. Disruptions to rail and roadway operations have occurred in Styria. Trees brought down by hail have led to structural damage. Business and logistic disruptions can be expected.
Japan 12-Jul Landslides and floods in Matsuyama: Media sources on July 12 report that landslides and floods have affected Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan, at around 04:00 local time on the same day. Around 22,000 people in the city have been under an emergency safety alert with evacuations carried out. Business and logistical disruptions are likely.
India 13-Jul Flooding in parts of Mumbai: Media sources report that heavy rainfall had caused flooding and traffic jams in several areas of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on the night between July 13 and 14. Sources reported heavy waterlogging in residential areas, roads, and highways, including on the Western Express Highway. Disruptions were reported in the vicinity of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (IATA: BOM) due to heavy rains. Further rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely in the affected areas.
Japan 14-Jul Heavy rain causes disruptions in Kagoshima: On July 15, media sources report that heavy rainfall had caused disruptions in multiple cities of Kagoshima, Japan on the night between July 14 and 15. The continuous rain has prompted evacuation alerts as well as landslide warnings in the cities of Akune, Izumi, and Satsumasendai. Flooded roads and residential buildings in Akune and Izumi cities were also reported. Disruptions and damages were reported on the National Highway No. 3 in Sakaimachi, Izumi City. Logistics and business disruptions are likely.
China 16-Jul Flood warnings issued in parts of Henan: Media sources on July 16 report that the Henan Provincial Meteorological Observatory issued a Level 4 emergency response for flood control in areas including Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, Pingdingshan, Xuchang, Luohe, Shangqiu, Zhoukou, Nanyang, Xinyang, and Zhumadian in Henan Province, China. This is following heavy rains affecting the region. Logistics disruptions are likely.
North Macedonia 17-Jul Forest fires occur in parts of North Macedonia: Media sources on July 17 report that extreme heat has caused at least 17 forest fires to break out across the central and southern regions of North Macedonia. Areas affected by the forest fires include Radovis and Gevgelija. According to sources, authorities have closed the highway border crossing between Bogorodica, North Macedonia and Evzoni, Greece due to the fires. It is unclear when the forest fires will be contained. Business and logistics disruptions are possible.
Poland 17-Jul Heavy rainfall causes flash flooding in southern Poland: Media sources on July 17 reported that heavy rainfall caused flash floods in southern Poland. Rzeszów has been heavily affected, with reports of inundated roads. For Lesser Poland Voivodeship and Podkarpackie Voivodeship very heavy rain has been forecasted until 16:00 local time on July 18. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
France 17-18-Jul Workers of Groupe ADP call for strike at airports in Paris :Media sources report on July 8 that Groupe ADP employees have called for a strike at Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport in Paris, France on July 17. The strike is over demands that the airport increase pay for employees in the busy period before the Paris Olympics and add as many as 1,000 employees across several Paris airports to avoid understaffing. The strike is likely to cause disruptions to operations at Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport and the Paris Orly Airport.
United Kingdom 19-Jul Postal disruptions across United Kingdom following IT outage: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 22 indicated that Royal Mail has been facing disruptions since July 19 due to the global IT outage. According to reports, several services, including data flows and production systems, have been impacted across Royal Mail and Parcelforce. Consequently, delays in export and import services for international letter and parcel post are expected. No timeline has been immediately disclosed as to when postal services may normalise.
Bangladesh 19-Jul Internet shutdown due to protest causes disruptions: Media sources on July 19 reported that Bangladesh had implemented a near total internet shutdown as student protests intensifies across the country. According to reports, mobile data services have been severely restricted leading to operational disruptions for businesses. At the time of writing, it is unclear when internet services would be restored. Violent protests have erupted in Bangladesh as students are protesting changes to the government job quotas system. Business disruptions are likely.
United States 19-Jul Microsoft outage causes worldwide IT disruptions: Media sources on July 19 report that users of Microsoft's Windows 10 across the world have suffered outages reportedly due to a defective update from Crowdstrike. The IT failure has affected operations at airports and fuel stations globally. According to reports, one of the affected airlines, American Airlines, has issued a global ground stop due to the technical issue. Further disruptions are anticipated. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
United States 19-Jul Global IT outage causes delays at US-Mexico border crossings: Media sources reported that an intermittent failure in the CBP (Customs and Border Protection) system triggered by the global IT outage resulted in transit disruptions at El Paso-Ciudad Juares and San Diego-Tijuana border crossings. Delays of up to 4 hours were reported at the US-Mexico crossings. Traffic disruptions were reported on the Paso del Norte, Córdoba, Zaragoza, Santa Teresa bridges in the downtown area; as well as, and the express rows in the border. Lingering delays to cross border cargo movement is likely.
India 20-Jul Heavy rain causes flooding in parts of Mumbai: Media sources reported that heavy rainfall had caused flooding and traffic jams in several areas of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on July 20 morning. Sources reported heavy waterlogging in residential areas, roads, and highways. Flooding and waterlogging were reported in parts of Dadar, central Mumbai, Andheri, Kurla, Maharashtra Nagar, Dindoshi, Mulund, Malad, Magathane, Ghatkopar, Sewri, Mankhurd, and Worli. Forecast models predict further rains in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) until July 24. Business and transport disruptions are likely in the affected area.
Mexico 23-Jul Flooding across Tlalpan municipality, Mexico City: Media sources on July 23 indicated that heavy rain caused flooding across Tlalpan municipality, Mexico. Affected areas include Francisco Goitia, Trinidad, Topilejo, and El Arenal neighborhood. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Vietnam 23-Jul Typhoon Prapiroon causes flooding: Media sources report that heavy rainfall brought by the passage of Typhoon Prapiroon on July 23 caused flooding in several districts of Hanoi, Vietnam. According to sources, waterlogging occurred on roads and disrupted traffic in many parts including Chuong My, Quoc Oai, My Duc, Ha Dong, Thanh Xuan, and Nam Tu Liem districts. Flooding was also reported in Quang Ninh and Bac Giang Province. Business and transportation disruptions are to be expected.
China 24-Jul Flooding disrupts traffic in Ya'an: Media sources on July 24 report that heavy rainfall and flooding in Ya'an, Sichuan, China has caused significant disruptions on several key highways. National Highway 351 is experiencing flooding and traffic is halted in both directions on National Highway 318 in Jingangwan following a landslide. Collapsed trees, mudslides, and landslides have prompted traffic controls on the S104 Highway, while a landslide at Goujiaowan in Bifengxia has necessitated temporary lane restrictions on the S105 Highway. Logistics disruptions are expected.
United States 25-Jul 'Durkee' wildfire burns out of control in Oregon: Media sources on July 25 reported that 'Durkee' wildfire has burned about 268,492 acres in Oregon, United States. Evacuation orders are in effect in northern parts of Malheur County and along the Interstate 84 corridor of northeastern Oregon after the fire crossed the road on July 24, causing intermittent closures of the road. As of July 25, the wildfire is at zero percent containment. Firefighting efforts are ongoing.
Taiwan 25-Jul Typhoon Gaemi causes disruptions: Media sources on July 25 reported that the passage of Typhoon Gaemi has caused disruptions across Taiwan. Flooding has been reported in Yilan City and Yuanshan Township, Yilan County as well as in Chiayi County, Xinhua District in Tainan, and Kaohsiung. Several roads, including the Provincial Highway 82, have been closed due to flooding. Power outages have been reported in the Counties Yunlin, Chiayin, Nantou and Kaohsiung. According to reports, 204 flights have been cancelled at Taipei Taoyuan International Airport due to the passage of the Typhoon. Further rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Taiwan 26-Jul Typhoon Gaemi causes work cancellations across Taiwan: On July 25, media reports revealed that seven cities and counties in southern and central Taiwan have called off work operations for July 26 due to torrential rains caused by Typhoon Gaemi. The affected counties include Yunlin, Nantou, Chiayi, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung, and Kinmen. Business disruptions are likely.

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Haiti 02-Apr Cargo disruptions continue in Haiti due to civil unrest: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 16 indicated that the state of emergency remains in effect in Haiti due to protests. As a result, cargo services continue to face interruptions. Reportedly, some locations for shipment pickup have reopened, while others located in Port-Au-Prince continue to operate partially with a skeleton staff. Nationwide cargo disruptions have been on-going since violence broke out in February. As per intelligence received on April 2, many logistics providers have suspended inbound and outbound shipments due to the deteriorating security situation, the closure of the country’s main airport. It remains unclear when operations will return to normal as the nationwide civil unrest persists.
France 02-03-Apr Postal workers launch nationwide strike: Media sources report that the unionized postal workers of La Poste will go on strike on April 2 at post offices throughout France to demand better working conditions and salaries. The unions including FO, the CGT, SUD, and the CFTC will support the postal worker strike. Mail and parcel deliveries are expected to be disrupted across the country during the strike.
Greece 02-04-Apr Customs officials launch 48-hour strike: Media sources report that customs officials in Greece have called for a 48-hour strike from 08:00 local time on April 2 to 08:00 local time on April 4. According to reports, traffic at all border crossings will remain suspended for movement of trucks and shipment in and out of Greece. Ports and Airports are also likely to be affected. Delays in the processing of cargo should be expected during the strike days.
Taiwan 03-Apr Magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes Taiwan: Media sources on April 3 report that a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck near Hualien, Taiwan. Multiple aftershocks have been registered, with the strongest one registering at a magnitude of 6.5. Damages to infrastructure have been reported. The earthquake has also caused tsunami advisories to be issued for coastal areas in China, Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Vietnam, Guam, Indonesia, and Palau. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Taiwan 03-Apr National Highway 9 closed following earthquake: Media sources on April 3 report that authorities in Taiwan have closed National Highway 9 (Suhua Highway) in multiple locations following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake. Sources indicated that rockfall have closed the highway near the Daqingshui Tunnel and Chongde Tunnel. It is unclear when the highway would reopen. Clean-up and rescue efforts are ongoing across the country. Transportation disruptions are expected.
France 04-Apr Flooding in Saône-et-Loire: Media sources on April 4 informed that heavy rainfall caused flooding in Saône-et-Loire, France. According to reports, the areas impacted by floodwaters include Rigny-sur-Arroux and Toulon-sur-Arroux. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
China 04-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Jiangxi Province: Media sources on April 4 reported that heavy rainfall caused flooding in Jiangxi province, China. According to reports, at least 11 districts including Nanchang and Jiujiang have been impacted. A level 4 emergency response have been initiated. Authorities have reported at least 7 fatalities with almost 313,000 residents evacuated. Business and logistics disruptions are to be anticipated until floodwaters recede.
Brazil 07-Apr Flooding and roadway disruptions in Salvador: Media sources on April 10 report that continuing rainfall since April 7 has caused flooding in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Road closures and landslides due to floodwaters have been reported. According to sources, the most impacted areas include Mussurunga, Itapuã, Nova Brasília, Sete de Abril and Bosque Real. Further rain is expected until at least April 13. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Russia 08-Apr State of emergency in Orenburg region due to flooding: Media sources on April 8 reported that the Russian government declared a federal emergency in Orenburg Oblast, Russia following a dam burst on April 5. More than 4,400 people have been evacuated. According to reports, the most affected areas include the city Orsk. Logistics and business disruptions are likely.
Australia 08-Apr Postal disruptions in parts of Australia: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 8 indicated that postal operations of Australia Post are disrupted in parts of New South Wales and Queensland, Australia due to flooding and road closures caused by inclement weather. The collection and delivery of all mail in the postcodes areas 2460, 2461, 2753, 2754, 2756, 2775, 2785, 4470, 4480 and 4490 are impacted. Delays in postal operations are likely to continue until floodwaters recede.
Kazakhstan 08-Apr State of emergency in regions of Kazakhstan due to flooding: Media sources reported on April 8 that 10 regions in Kazakhstan have declared state of emergency due to flooding from rapid snowmelt. The regions include Akmola, Aktobe, Atyrau, Karagandy, Kostanai, Pavlodar, West Kazakhstan, North Kazakhstan, Abai, and Ulytau. Damage to infrastructure has been reported. Disruptions to business and logistics are likely.
Russia 08-Apr Flood risk persist in southern Russia: Updated media sources on April 9 indicated that flooding will continue to affect southern parts of Russia as water levels of the Ural River are expected to reach the peak on April 10. On April 8, the Russian government declared a state of emergency in the Kurgan and Tyumen regions due to flooding. Evacuation orders have been issued by state authorities for both regions as well as around 6,000 people in the Orenburg region were evacuated. Business and logistic disruptions are likely to continue.
Philippines 09-Apr Customs delays occur after data breach in Philippines: Media sources reported on April 9 that the Philippines' Bureau of Customs (BOC) has been facing disruptions following a data breach. Reportedly, the reporting and ticketing systems were affected by the attack. As a result of the incident, security protocols were initiated and all compromised accounts and servers were locked. Information about cargo movements being monitored by the BOC have potentially been compromised. No estimations have been immediately disclosed regarding the duration of the disruption.
Bangladesh 10-Apr Customs delays occur at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport: Media sources reported on April 10 that technical issues have caused customs delays at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh. According to sources, three of the airport's four explosive detection scanners broke down, resulting in cargo being stockpiled in facilities contributing to processing delays. Lingering cargo processing delays are to be expected.
Chile 11-Apr Nationwide strike across Chile: Media sources report that the Central Unitaria de Trabajadores (CUT) union called for a nationwide strike across Chile on April 11. The strike has been called to protest against the reforms of the Chilean government. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
New Zealand 11-Apr Cargo delivery delays due to severe weather: Intelligence sources on April 11 indicate that cargo delivery delays are expected in some regions of New Zealand due to heavy rains that are causing floods. Severe weather is expected over the coming days. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Kenya 12-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding across Kenya: Media sources indicated that floods have been reported across Kenya due to heavy rains. Around 15,000 people have been displaced across the country including 9,000 in the capital Nairobi. The most impacted counties include Marsabit, Turkana, Tana River, Garissa, Kirinyaga, Muranga, Kiambu, Meru, Kisumu, Nairobi and Kitui. Damages to infrastructure and roadway disruptions have been reported along the Garissa-Nairobi Highway. Logistics disruptions are to continue till the flooding situation persists.
United States 12-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of United States: Media sources on April 12 report that heavy rainfalls have caused flooding in parts of West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Florida, United States. Traffic have been affected on several roadways due to floodwaters, including the Interstate-64 and Highway 119 in West Virginia, Interstate 376 in Pennsylvania, while complete closures occurred on several roads in Indiana. Further transportation disruptions are likely until weather conditions normalize.
Iran 13-Apr Flights suspended at airports in Iran: Media sources on April 14 reported that airports in Iran have suspended flights until 06:00 local time on April 15 after closing its airspace on April 13. Services have been affected at Iman Khomeini Airport, Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport, Shiraz, Isfahan, Bushehr, Kerman, Ilam, Sanandaj, and several other airports in the west of Iran. This comes after the region entered high alert following drone attacks on Israel on April 13. Lingering disruptions to aviation operations are likely.
Oman 14-Apr Flooding across multiple parts of Oman: Media sources report that heavy rainfall occurring on April 14 has caused flash floods and damages across multiple parts of Oman. Damages have been recorded in the Muscat, South and Northern Sharqiyah, Dakhiliya, and Dhahirah governates. As of April 15, five governorates, including Musandam, Al Buraimi, Al Dhahirah, and Al Dakhiliyah, have suspended work for the public and private sectors due to flooding. Further rainfall is expected until at least April 20. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
United Arab Emirates 16-Apr Postal disruptions due to severe weather: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 18 indicates that severe weather conditions have been disrupting postal services by Emirates Post Group since April 16. Reportedly, the collection and delivery of all inbound and outbound mail, including letter-post, parcel-post and Express Mail Services (EMS) has been disrupted across all cities in the country. Disruptions in postal operations are likely until the weather conditions improve.
United Arab Emirates 16-18-Apr Rainfalls disrupt operations at Dubai International Airport: Media sources on April 17 report that heavy rains and flooding resulted in flight delays and cancellations at Dubai International Airport (IATA: DXB), United Arab Emirates. Aviation sources reported 347 delays at the airport on April 16 affecting 55 percent of daily departures. Logistics disruptions are expected to continue until April 18.
Greece 17-18-Apr Postal disruption likely due to strikes across Greece: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicated that the Confederation of the Greek Workers union has called for a 24-hour general strike on April 17. This action will reportedly affect both international and domestic mail collection and delivery operations of Hellenic Post. No timeline has been immediately disclosed regarding the consequent delays and congestion at major hubs.
Taiwan 18-Apr Flooding in parts of Taipei: On April 18, media sources reported that heavy rainfall caused flooding in several parts of Taipei, Taiwan. Road sections in Wugu, Sanchong, Lizhou, Yonghe, Xizhi, and Zhulin were flooded. Heavy rainfall also occurred in New Taipei, Keelung, and Taoyuan. Authorities had issued flood warnings for these areas. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
China 19-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Guangdong and Guangxi Province: Media sources on April 21 indicate that heavy rainfalls caused flooding across the southern Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Guangxi. Several roads were reportedly inundated or covered in mudslides. The Mengjiang River, Yichang River, Xunjiang River, and Guijiang River have all swelled, with the Guijiang exceeding warning levels. Transportation disruptions are likely until the weather conditions improve.
China 19-Apr

Floods continue to cause disruptions in Guangdong Province:Updated media sources on April 25 indicated that floods are still ongoing in northern Guangdong Province of China following a renewed round of rainfall. The most affected area was Shaoguan, although Wengyuan, Lechang, Nanxiong, Renhua, Shixing, and Xinfeng were also heavily affected by the rains. Flash floods were forecasted to continue till April 26, and the date when the floods will fully recede was not revealed. Business and logistic disruptions are likely to continue.

Canada 20-Apr More than 120 wildfires active across British Columbia: Media sources on April 21 reported that more than 120 wildfires are active across British Columbia, Canada. Multiple wildfires were reported south of Quesnel and east of Vanderhoof. The largest fires are located about 5 km northwest of Ben Lake and 45 km south of Quesnel. An evacuation alert is in effect in Endako. Firefighting operations are underway and logistics disruptions are likely.
Belgium 22-Apr Postal workers threaten strike: Media sources on April 15 report that Bpost workers in Belgium have threatened to stage a strike from April 22 over the potential loss of a newspaper distribution contract. The workers are mem-bers of the French-speaking CSC and CGSP unions; as of April 15, Flemish unions have not joined the call to strike. Unless averted the action will likely disrupt postal operations throughout Belgium.
Mauritius 22-Apr

Force majeure due to torrential rainfall: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 22 indicated that Mauritius Post declared force majeure on the same day. Reportedly, all public and private offices across the country have been shut due to torrential rainfall. As a result of the closures, delays in the collection, transportation and processing of both inbound and outbound letter post, parcel post and Express Mail Services (EMS) across the country should be expected. It remains unclear how long the disruptions may persist.

Belgium 22-24-Apr Bpost workers launch nationwide strike: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 22 indicated that Bpost workers have launched a nationwide strike across Belgium at 00:01 local time on the same day. The strike is planned to last through April 24. According to reports, the strike will affect the delivery and dispatch of letters and parcels, as well as Bpost’s domestic and international logistics network. Further strike action has not been ruled out. Disruptions to postal operations across Belgium are likely.
Brazil 24-Apr Disruptions to postal operations across Rio Grande do Sul: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 8 indicated that Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telégrafos, the postal operator of Brazil, has been facing operational disruptions due to ongoing flooding across Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Reportedly, the pick-up and delivery of all in-bound and outbound mail (letter-post, parcel-post and EMS) items have been disrupted for postcodes 9****-*** since April 24. Among the impacted areas was reportedly Porto Alegre. Further interruptions to postal services are likely until the weather conditions improve.
Brazil 24-Apr

Flooding continues across Rio Grande do Sul: Updated media sources on May 13 report that a new round of heavy rainfall inundated again Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, exacerbating the flooding situation in the state. An estimated 400,000 people have been displaced, and 756 people have been injured. Around 1.7 million people in 431 of the state's 497 municipalities were impacted by the floods until now. At least 128 road closures were reported. Damage had been reported in multiple cities including São José do Norte, São Lourenço do Sul, Pelotas, Rio Grande, and Porto Alegre. Earlier sources indicate that the main airport in Porto Alegre was expected to remain closed until at least the end of May. Further disruptions are to be expected as the flooding situation is forecast to persist for weeks.

France 25-Apr Flight cancellations due to nationwide strike in France: Media sources reported that the National Union of Air Traffic Controllers (SNCTA) has planned a 24-hour nationwide strike in France on April 25, to protest a new air navigation services protocol published by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC). The strike is expected to cause flight disruptions with 75 percent of flights being cancelled at Paris Orly Airport and 60 percent of flights being cancelled at Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport.
Canada 25-Apr Authorities close section of Highway 97 due to wildfire: Media sources on April 25 reported that authorities have closed Highway 97 near Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada due to a rapidly growing wildfire. At the time of writing, it is unclear when the closure would be lifted. According to reports, 110 active wildfires are currently burning across British Columbia. Transportation disruptions are expected.
Iran 25-Apr Flooding in several southeastern provinces: Media sources on April 25 report that heavy rainfall has caused flooding in several southeastern provinces of Iran. Sources indicated that the provinces of Sistan-Baluchestan, Kerman, Isfahan, and Yazd are impacted. Up to 70 percent of the roads in these provinces have been damaged by flooding. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Norway 25-Apr

Operations disrupted at Oslo Gardermoen Airport due to airspace closure :Media sources on April 25 reported that flight operations were disrupted at Oslo Gardermoen Airport in Norway due to the temporary closure of airspace over the south of the country. The closure occurred due to a technical issue at Avinor's control center. The airspace was reopened after a 3-hour closure, though flight operations were disrupted through the day.

Brazil 27-Apr Heavy rains cause flooding in Rio Grande do Sul: Media sources report on May 1 that heavy rain starting the weekend of April 27 has caused flooding and landslides across Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Sources indicate that more than 70 cities in the state have been impacted, and 5 fatalities have been reported. Damages to bridges and roadways including nearly 40 highways have been reported. Further rainfall is expected primarily in the Metropolitan and Central regions of the state over the next few days. Logistic disruptions can be expected.
France 28-Apr

Flooding in Irigny and Lyon: Media sources report that heavy rainfall caused flooding in Irigny and neighbourhoods in Lyon, France on April 28. Major roads in the area have been flooded. Logistics disruptions are likely.

India 29-Apr

Landslides block Jammu-Srinagar National Highway: Media sources on April 29 report that landslides in Mehad, Kishtwari Pathar and Gangru Ramsu areas have disrupted traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, India. The highway has been shut down for traffic in the Ramban sector. Logistics disruptions are likely.

Argentina 29-Apr-
01-May
Customs delay due to nationwide strike: Media sources reported that workers from the National Agri-Food Health and Quality Service (Senasa) will embark on a nationwide strike across Argentina from April 29 to May 1. The strike is to protest the planned layoffs. Processing times at border crossings, ports, and airports are likely to increase during the strike.
Greece 01-May Nationwide strike affects postal operations in Greece: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 30 reported that the Confederation of the Greek Workers union and the Association of Civil Servants carried out a nationwide 24-hour strike across Greece on May 1. Collection and delivery of international and domestic mail has likely been affected. No timeline has been immediately disclosed regarding the consequent delays and congestion at major hubs.
China 01-May Highway in Guangdong remains inaccessible after collapse: Media sources report that the Meizhou-Dabu S12 Expressway remains inaccessible after the collapse of a section near Chayang, Guangdong, China at around 02:10 local time on May 1. Sources indicate at least 48 people have been killed and 30 injured because of the incident. Cleanup and recovery works are underway. It is unclear when the road will be fully reopened. Further transportation disruptions are likely.
Germany 02-May Flooding in Baden-Württemberg: Media sources reported on May 2 that forecasted heavy rains for large parts of Germany have led to flooding in Baden-Württemberg. Roadway disruptions have been reported. Authorities have issued red warnings, the highest level for the country from 13:00 local time on May 2 to 14:00 local time on May 3. Further flooding is possible. Transportation and business disruptions are likely.
United States 02-May Heavy rainfall cause flooding in eastern Texas: Media sources on May 2 report that heavy rainfall following a storm has caused flooding in eastern Texas, United States. Affected counties include Angelina County, Houston County, Nacogdoches County, Polk County, and Trinity County. Inundated roadways have been reported. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Brazil 02-08-May Flooding predicted in Rio Grande do Sul until May 8: Updated media sources on May 6 informed that the human toll from the floods rose to 75 in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. At least 100 people remained missing, and 80,000 people were displaced. At the time of writing, further rainfall has been forecast to persist until at least May 8. On May 5, Porto Alegre's international airport has suspended all flights until further notice. Landslides resulted in the collapse of major bridges and roadways in the region. The water levels in the Guaíba River had reached the highest level at Cais Mauá, Porto Alegre, as of the evening of May 3. As a result, authorities declared a state of emergency in Rio Grande do Sul due to the widespread flooding since the weekend of April 2. Water supply, electricity, and internet disruptions have been reported in several parts of the state, with at least 321,000 customers without electricity across the state as of May 3. Business and logistics disruptions are likely to continue in the region.
United Kingdom 04-06-May Plane refueling staff to strike at London Heathrow Airport: Media sources reported that starting on May 4, 50 workers of Aviation Fuel Services (AFS) at London Heathrow Airport plan to participate in a 72-hour work stoppage to protest the cuts to the terms and conditions for new hires. Flight disruptions are to be expected.
Haiti 06-09-May

Heavy rainfalls cause flooding across Haiti: Media sources on May 6 reported that flooding has occurred in Haiti following days of heavy rainfall and storms. Flooding and landslides have been recorded in most areas across the country. The death toll from the natural disaster has reached 17 while more than 4,000 buildings have been destroyed. Further rainfall is expected to occur until May 9. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.

Argentina 07-May Flooding in parts of Corrientes Province: Media sources on May 7 reported that heavy rain has led to rising water levels of the Uruguay River, ultimately leading to flooding in parts of Corrientes Province, Argentina. According to reports, the most impacted towns are Sao Tome, Garruchos, Paso de los Libres, Alvear, La Cruz, Yapeyú and Bompland. Evacuation orders are in place in Sao Tome and Garruchos. Several road closures have been reported. Business and logistics disruptions are likely until floodwaters recede.
Italy 07-May Postal operations disrupted due to issues with reprinting of forms: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 7 indicated that Poste Italiane is facing opera-tional issues with the reprinting of CN 31, CN 33 and CN 16 forms. According to reports, the issue is impacting all postal items. It remains unclear when the issues will be resolved. Poste Italiane is the designated postal operator of Italy.
Kazakhstan 07-09-May Kazakhstan - China border points to be closed: Media sources reported that authorities will temporarily close all road border crossings between Kazakhstan and China on May 7 and May 9. According to reports, the passage of people, vehicles, and cargo will be suspended. The reason for the border closures was not disclosed. Additional waiting times and congestion at the crossings are likely.
Poland 10-May

Farmers announce protest in Warsaw: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 9 indicates that farmers have planned a protest in Warsaw, Poland from between 12:00 to 22:00 local time on May 10. Logistics disruptions are likely.

Russia 12-May

State of emergency declared in Omsk Region: Media sources on May 12 reported that authorities declared a state of emergency due to continuing flood in Tarsky and Tevrizsky Districts in the north of the Omsk Region, Russia. Infrastructural damage haven been reported. Clean-up and rescue operations are underway, but disruptions are expected to persist for several days.

France 12-May Flooding in parts of Normandy: Local media sources on May 13 report that heavy rains accompanied by storms had caused severe flooding disruptions in several municipalities of Normandy, France on May 12. The bad weather had caused disruptions to road and rail services across the region. Heavy rains had affected several Normandy towns including Bernay, Beaumont-le-Roger, Beaumontel, Orne, Seine-Maritime, Hodeng-au-Bosc, Lisieux, Livarot, and Mézidon-Vallée-d'Auge. Lingering business and logistics disruptions are likely while clean-up works are ongoing.
Canada 13-May At least 45 wildfires active across Alberta: Media sources on May 13 report that at least 45 active wildfires continue to burn in Alberta, Canada. Among them, two have been designated extreme and out of control, including one near the area of Fort McMurray. Evacuation alerts have been issued for Fort McMurray, Saprae Creek Estates, Rickards Landing Industrial Park, and Gregoire Lake Estates. Authorities anticipate the wildfire situation to worsen as temperatures and wind speed are expected to increase from May 13. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
Italy 13-May Delays for inbound deliveries due to customs site issue: On May 13, intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicates that an unspecified customs site issue has been causing delays for deliveries to Italy. Inbound deliveries could be delayed for up to 24 hours. It remains unclear when the issue will be resolved.
New Caledonia 14-Mai Force majeure lifted as postal disruptions begin to normalize: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 16 indicated that the Office of Posts and Telecommunications (OPT-NC), the postal operator of New Caledonia, lifted its force majeure on the same day. The decision comes as OPT-NC has resumed postal activities and is able to dispatch and receive international postal items. However, the forwarding and delivery of local and international mail are still subject to flight frequencies and airline capacities. Additionally, access to certain areas in the country remains difficult, which causes difficulties in deliveries. Lingering disruptions are expected as postal operations continue to normalise and the backlog is being worked off.
Italy 14-May Flooding impacts northern Italy: Media sources on May 15 reported that flooding occurred in parts of northern Italy following heavy rainfall since May 14. Road traffic disruptions and fallen trees were reported in Milan, Novara, Modena, Lecco, and Monza. Train traffic has been disrupted by floodwaters between Novara and Arona in Piemonte. In Fiorenzuola d'Arda, the highway exit on A1 has been closed due to inundation. Further heavy rainfall has been forecasted until at least May 16. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
New Caledonia 14-May

Riots disrupt postal operations across New Caledonia : Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 14 indicates that the Office of Posts and Telecommunications (OPT-NC), the postal operator of New Caledonia, has suspended its services amid the ongoing protests. Reportedly, riots and large-scale road blockages led to the suspension of transport (import and export) and delivery operations for domestic and international mail (letter-post, parcel-post and EMS items), as well as customer service activities. According to sources, the interruption of postal functions will remain in force until further notice and until the security situation will improve.

New Caledonia 14-May Postal disruptions continue across New Caledonia: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 14 indicated that the Office of Posts and Telecommunications (OPT-NC), the postal operator of New Caledonia, has been facing lingering disruptions to its postal services due to the security situation. The Nouméa-La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) has remained closed to most flights; however, some are currently being chartered by authorities to repatriate tourists and New Caledonians. These flights allowed OPT-NC to resume the import and export of postal freight, depending on the frequency and capacity available. OPT-NC has resumed mail transport and delivery operations but is not currently able to provide these services throughout the whole territory of New Caledonia. Previously, riots and large-scale road blockages in New Caledonia led to the suspension of transport (import and export) and delivery operations for domestic and international mail as well as customer service activities on May 14.
Germany 16-May Flood situation improves in South Germany amidst forecast for more rain:Updated media sources reported that the flooding situation continues to improve in South Germany. In most cities and towns, pumping operations have contributed to the gradual decline in floodwaters. Only the districts of Günzburg and Donau-Ries have ongoing disaster declarations after Passau lifted its state of emergency. However, water levels along the Danube and its tributaries could rise again over June 13 and June 14 as more precipitation is forecast. Authorities in Austria, Slovenia, and Hungary are preparing for potential downstream flooding due to critical water levels along the Danube.
Poland 16-May Nationwide postal strike to occur in Poland: Media sources reported that workers of Poczta Polska announced a two-hour warning strike across Poland due to collective bargaining and potential layoffs. The strike is set to take place from 08:00 to 10:00 local time on May 16. The workers are members of the Trade Union of Postal Workers (ZZPP). Additional strikes may occur and lead to increased processing and delivery times.
Germany 17-May Flooding impacts southwestern Germany : Media sources report that flooding has caused disruptions in parts of southwestern Germany following heavy rain that began on May 17. According to reports, Saarland and Rhineland-Palatinate were the worst affected regions, as floodwaters inundated buildings, blocked roads, and caused landslides in affected areas. Severely impacted areas also include Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken-Russhütte, Eppelborn, Neunkirchen, Gersweiler, St. Wendel, Saarlouis, and Merzig. A landslide temporarily blocked federal Highway 41 on May 19. Officials warn of further heavy rain forecast for southwestern Germany from May 22, including Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Baden-Württemberg, which could lead to renewed flooding in affected areas. Logistic disruptions are expected to continue.
Belgium 18-May Flooding causes disruptions in eastern Belgium: Media sources on May 20 reported that flooding has caused disruptions in eastern Belgium. According to reports heavy rainfall since May 18, affected areas including the provinces of Liege and Limburg, particularly in the Fourons, Genk, Maaseik, Neeroteren, and Bilzen areas. Officials are conducting clean-up and repair operations, though full damage assessments could take several days. Further rain is forecast for the region on May 21 which could lead to renewed flooding due to already high river levels and saturated ground in the affected area. Logistic disruptions are likely to continue.
Ecuador 18-May Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport to close temporarily on May 18 : Media sources on May 14 indicated that the Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Ecuador, will be closed between 02:00 and 12:00 local time on May 18 for maintenance works. Flight operations will be suspended during this period. The airport serves 14 passenger airlines and 13 cargo airlines. Consequent disruptions to flight operations are to be expected.
Bangladesh 19-20-May Truck drivers in Chattogram City call for strike on May 19-20: Media sources on May 16 reported that truck drivers have called for a 36-hour strike in Chattogram City, Bangladesh. The strike action will reportedly take place between 06:00 local time on May 19 and 18:00 local time on May 20. The types of vehicles taking part in the strike include trucks, trailers, covered vans, container-carrying prime movers and mini trucks. The truck drivers demand an easing of driving license issuance, a stop to alleged law enforcement harassment and amending of the Road Transport Act. Logistics disruptions are likely.
Italy 20-May Overnight airport closure to cause delays in postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 21 report that overnight closures have been scheduled to take place between May 20 and 31 at Catania International Airport (IATA: CTA), Italy. As a result, Poste Italiane, the national postal operator expects delays in postal operations including items within the priority network (priority and express mail). It remains unclear at the time of writing if nationwide disruptions may also occur.
Colombia 21-May Heavy rains leads to flooding across Medellin: Local media sources reported on May 21 that heavy rains have resulted in flooding throughout the city of Medellin and the surrounding area in Colombia. Several major roadways were flooded. The storm also resulted in delays at the Olaya Herrera Airport. Business and logistics disruptions are likely in the impacted region.
Austria 21-May

Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Styria: Media sources on May 21 reported that heavy rain caused flooding in parts of Styria, Austria. According to reports, the most impacted areas include Mürzzuschlag, Feldbach, Hartberg and the surrounding areas. Sources indicate inundated streets and flooded residential buildings. Streams overflowed their banks exacerbating to the flood situation. Clean-up works are underway. Further disruptions are to be expected until weather conditions improve.

Germany 21-May Flooding occurs across Germany : Media sources on May 22 reported that heavy rain on the night of May 21 has caused flooding in parts of North Rhine-Westphalia, Northern Bavaria, and Thuringia in Germany. According to reports, the most impacted areas include Wuppertal, Solingen, Düsseldorf, and Essen in North Rhine-Westphalia. The most affected areas include Bamberg and the municipality of Kastl in Bavaria and Bad Salzungen in Thuringia. Reportedly, several roads and houses have been flooded. Clean up and rescue operations are ongoing. Further rainfalls have been forecast until at least May 24.
France 23-May Air traffic controllers launch nationwide strike: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 23 indicates that air traffic controllers part of the USAC-CGT union have launched a nationwide strike across France on the same day. The strike is set to last until May 31. According to the French Civil Aviation Authority (DSNA), minimal service is anticipated in the Eastern French Airspace (LFMM) from 20:00 local time on May 24, which may cause flight delays through the airspace. Additionally, sources indicate that the CGT union has called for a strike action specifically for the Brest Western French airspace from May 30 to May 31. However, an official 48-hour strike notice has not been declared at the time of writing. Flight disruptions are likely.
Sri Lanka 24-May Flooding throughout Sri Lanka: Media sources on May 24 report that heavy rainfall has caused flooding throughout Sri Lanka. According to reports, all nine provinces in the country are impacted. 34,000 residents have been evacuated while 1,000 buildings have been destroyed. Further rainfall is expected until May 27. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Sri Lanka 24-May Flooding continues across Sri Lanka: Updated media sources reported on June 11 that heavy rains continue to cause flooding, landslides, and other disruptions across Sri Lanka. The rains have caused severe damage in many regions and have killed at least 33 people. Rain is expected to continue for at least the next 24 hours in southern, western, and northern Sri Lanka. Previously, media sources reported that the most affected areas include Kiriella, Dehiowita, Moravaka, Thawalama, Thihagoda, and Neluwa. Logistics disruptions are likely to continue as major highways of the region are flooded.
India 27-May Cyclone Remal causes flooding: Media sources on May 28 reported that heavy rainfall since the night of May 27 has led to flooding and landslides in several states across India. According to reports, the rain was brought by the passage of Tropical Cyclone Remal. The most impacted areas include Imphal in Manipur and the surrounding areas, Aizwal in Mizoram, Kochi in Kerala and the Kamrup, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kamrup, Morigaon, Nagaon, Sonitpur and Dima Hasao districts in Assam. Sources indicate that several roads including the Jatinga-Harangajao stretch in Assam have been flooded. Additionally, the National Highway 37 near Imphal has been closed due to a landslide. Further rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Bangladesh 27-May Cyclone Remal to cause delivery delays in Bangladesh: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicates on May 27 that delivery delays likely in western Bangladesh and eastern India due to Tropical Cyclone Remal over the coming days as roads are inundated and impassible. Local courier services are likely to suspend operations until the tropical cyclone has passed. Delays and congestion should be expected.
Italy 28-29-May Unionized airport workers to strike at Milan Malpensa International Airport: Media sources reported that unionized airport workers will strike across Italy on May 28. The most impacted airports include the airports in Milan. Employees of Swissport as well as the handling personnel of Aviapartner are striking at the Milan Malpensa International Airport and Milan Linate Airport. Italpol surveillance staff at Milan Linate Airport will also take a 24-hour leave of absence. Disruption to flights is to be expected.
Venezuela 30-May Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Caracas: Media sources on May 30 informed that heavy rainfall caused flooding across several areas in Caracas, Venezuela. The most affected areas are Baruta, Greater Caracas, and Altos Mirandinos. According to reports, the floods caused road congestion and power outages in the affected areas. At the time of writing, it is unclear when the floodwaters will recede.
Mongolia 31-May Relocation of offices may disrupt postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 30 indicated that Mongol Post will be relocating its office of exchange and international airmail processing centre from Ulaanbaatar city centre to a new facility at Chinggis Khaan International Airport. According to reports, the relocation will take place between May 31 and June 3, during which some delays or disruptions to normal postal operations may occur. The IMPC code will remain the same. Mongol Post is the designated postal operator of Mongolia.
Schwitzerland 31-May Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Aargau: Media sources report that the continuous heavy rain had caused water levels to rise in Ruess and Rhine rivers at many locations in parts of Aargau, Switzerland from May 31 evening. The Ruess River is overflowing in the Aargau municipalities of Bremgarten, Windisch, and Gebenstorf. While the Rhine River has overflown in Zurzach. The situation is expected to last until June 4, but it was unclear how long the disruptions would last. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Germany 31-May Flooding causes disruptions in southern Germany: Media sources on June 3 reported that severe flooding among many rivers in southern Germany continues to impact logistics and production operations. Regensburg has declared a state of emergency due to high water levels on the Danube River. The most severe flooding has occurred along the following rivers: Danube River (Donau), Isar, Regen, Abens, Ilm, Paar, Schmutter, Glonn, Zusam, Mindel, Fils, Schussen, Kammel, Günz, and Wieslauf. Most of the rivers are in either Bavaria or Baden-Württemberg. While many cities, towns and villages among smaller rivers have been primarily affected in the last 24 hours, the highest further risk exists currently on the Danube River which will receive much of the excess water of smaller tributaries in the coming days. Further business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Germany 31-May Disruptions continue due to flooding in southern Germany: Updated media sources on June 4 indicated that the disruptions due to flooding remain in the south German states of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg though the flood situation is improving as floodwaters start to recede. According to reports, evacuation orders have been lifted in the Augsburg districts of Batzenhofen, Gablingen, Langweid Ortsteil Achsheim, Eisenbrechtshofen, Bieberbach, Kuehlenthal, Diedorf/Anhausen and Altenmuenster. Additionally, water levels on the Paar, the Eschbach River, and the Danube tributaries have also begun to drop. However, the Rhine Waterways and Shipping Authority (WSA) had reported that the sailing suspension due to high water level could potentially last for a few days. Though clean-up works have commenced in areas where the flood situation has eased, disruptions to production and transportation operations in the region are expected to continue.
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Postal workers call for new strikes in Bizkaia: Media sources report that postal workers of Correos Bizkaia in Bizkaia, Basque Country, Spain have called for new strikes on May 31 and June 3-5 protesting poor work conditions. A four-hour work stoppage will be carried out on these days. Previously, workers went on strikes in March and April. These workers are members of the CCOO, ESK, CSIF, LAB, UGT, and ELA unions of Correos. Disruptions to postal services should be expected.
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Customs workers call for strike at London Heathrow Airport: Media sources report that the Border Force staff at London Heathrow Airport (IATA: LHR) in London, England, United Kingdom have announced a 3-day strike from May 31 to June 2 due to changes in their working conditions. Additionally, the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) representing striking workers has announced a three-week overtime work ban for Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 from June 4 to 25. Disruptions to airport operations are likely.

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South Africa 01-Jun Flooding across Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal: Media sources report that heavy rain since June 1 has led to flooding in parts of Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces in South Africa. In Eastern Cape, the heaviest flooding has been reported in the metropolitan areas of Buffalo City and Nelson Mandela Bay which are home to the cities of Gqeberha and East London. Other affected districts in Eastern Cape include the OR Tambo, Sarah Baartman, and Amathole municipalities. Several roadways across the region have been closed due to flooding. Flooding has also been reported in KwaZulu-Natal province. As of June 4, around 12 people have been killed and around 2,000 households evacuated across the affected areas. The flood situation could worsen as more rain has been forecast for the region over the next 2 days. Business and logistics disruptions are possible in the affected areas.
Germany 03-Jun Flooding disrupts postal and cargo delivery services: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 3 revealed that heavy rain and flood-ing is disrupting postal and cargo delivery operations in southwestern Germany. Impacted postcodes include 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 78, 79, and 88. Sources report that delays and cancellations are likely in the affected area until at least June 5. Lingering delays are likely beyond this as carriers deal with any backlog.
Vietnam 05-Jun Cyberattack causes postal disruptions in Vietnam : Media sources on June 5 reported that postal disruptions have been occurring in Vietnam following a ransomware attack on the Vietnam Post Corporation, the national postal operator of Vietnam. According to reports, the attack has affected the implementation of postal delivery activities. Disruptions to nationwide postal operations are likely until the issue is resolved.
Australia 06-Jun Flooding in parts of New South Wales: Media sources on June 7 informed that several flood warnings are in effect for the areas around Sydney to the Jervis Bay Territory in New South Wales, Australia. According to reports, the state emergency services had helped with evacuating residents in Piction, while there were road closures reported on Princes Highway in both directions at Bewong. Roads in Illawarra, South Coast, and Southern Highlands were also affected by floodwaters. The Warragamba Dam had reported a spilling over. Previously, on June 6, heavy rainfall caused flooding in parts of Illawarra, New South Wales, Australia. The worst impacted areas include Shoalhaven, Nowry Berry, and Albion Park. Authorities warn that a high tide overnight is expected to worsen flooding in affected areas.
Germany 06-Jun Flood situation slowly improving in southern Germany: Updated media sources report that the flood situation is slowly improving in southern Germany. However, the threat of flooding persists, especially for cities and towns located further downstream along the Danube River. Authorities in Austria, Slovenia, and Hungary are preparing for potential flooding due to critical water levels along the Danube. Flooding is still causing logistical disruptions, especially among rail and inner-shipping operations. Little to no further rainfall is expected over southern Germany over the next few days, and the improved weather situation will help with pumping, rescue, and recovery operations.
Belarus 08-Jun Postal system upgrade to disrupt postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 24 indicates that Belpochta, the state-owned postal operator of Belarus has scheduled maintenance operations of the IPS system. The upgrade will reportedly take place overnight between 21:00 and 00:01 local time on June 8-9. During this time, periodic interruptions to IT services are to be expected, as well as providing tracking elements and EAD messages will be suspended.
Austria 08-Jun Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Styria: According to media reports, heavy rainfall led to flooding in numerous districts of Styria, Austria on June 8. The areas most affected are Graz, Hartberg-Fürstenfeld and the south of Styria. Disruptions to logistics should be expected.
Vietnam 08-Jun Flooding in Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces: On June 9, media sources report that continuous heavy rain since June 8 had caused flooding and road disruptions in parts of Hai Phong and Quang Ninh provinces in Viet Nam. The most impacted areas include Hai Phong City and several districts in Quang Ninh province, including Hai Ha, Dam Ha, Uong Bi, and Ha Long. Evacuations were reported in parts of Uong Bi. More rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Spain 08-Jun Storms cause flooding and disruption across Murcia: Media sources reported that heavy rain and storms since June 8 continue to cause flooding and disruptions across parts of Murcia, Spain. Affected areas include Las Torres de Cotillas, Yecla, Calasparra, Molina de Segura, Murcia, Moratalla, Cieza, Jumilla, Pliego, Caravaca, and Mula. Several roads in the affected areas, including the RM-174 in Pozuelo, Calasparra and the Villena road in Yecla, have been closed due to flooding and mudslides. Traffic disruptions were reported in all affected municipalities. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Indonesia 09-Jun Parts of South Jakarta experience flooding following heavy rain : According to information available to Everstream Analytics, heavy rainfall on June 9 led to flooding of numerous main roads in the south of the capital Jakarta. Extensive traffic disruptions were reported. Logistic delays should be expected.
Argentina 09-30-Jun Air traffic controllers to go on nationwide strikes: Media sources reported that the air traffic controllers’ union (ATEPSA) has announced a series of strikes at airports across Argentina from June 9 to demand increased wages. The strikes are expected to last for 18 days in total and take place on the following days: June 9-12, June 14, June 17-21, and June 23-30. Disruptions to flight operations are to be expected.
Austria 10-Jun Flooding continues in parts of southeastern Austria: Updated media sources on June 10 report that flooding continues to cause disruption in parts of Styria and Burgenland, Austria, following heavy rain that began on June 8. Particularly impacted areas include Hartberg-Fürstenfel, Oberwart, Wiesfleck, Schreibersdorf, Rudersdorf, Dobersdorf, and Übelbach, in addition to several localities of Graz including Deutschfeistritz, Eggersdorf, Weinitzen, Andritz, and Mariatrost. Reports indicate water has inundated buildings and roads in affected areas; bridges are reportedly damaged in Kleinlungitz, Schäffern, and Vorau while dams have reportedly broken in Lafnitz and Güssing. Landslides have blocked roads in some areas, including the A9 near Übelbach which will remain closed until June 14. Further heavy rain is forecast for south and southeastern areas of Austria through June 11. Ongoing logistics and business disruptions are likely.
France 11-13-Jun Air traffic controllers announce further strikes at Paris-Orly Airport: Updated media sources on June 5 report that air traffic control workers at Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) have announced further strikes to take place on June 11-13. The workers are members of the Unsa-Icna union and are striking to demand additional recruitment. Previous strikes on May 25-26 resulted in the cancelation of around 70 percent of flights at Paris-Orly Airport. Similar disruptions are likely during the coming strike days.
United States 12-Jun State of emergency declared in parts of South Florida due to flooding: Media sources on June 13 report that state of emergency has been declared in the counties Broward, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade, and Sarasota on the evening of June 12 after heavy rainfall had led to major flooding in the region. Heavy rainfall has led to waterlogged roads, causing transportation disruptions. Hundreds of flights were also delayed at Miami International Airport (IATA: MIA) and Fort Lauderdale International Airport (IATA: FLL). Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
China 14-Jun Floods cause disruptions across Fujian: Media sources indicate that heavy rainfall starting from June 14 in central and northern parts of Fujian resulted in rising river water levels, road collapses, crop destructions, and landslides affecting at least 51,500 people in Nanping, Sanming, Wuping and other places in the provinces. As a result of landslides, four people were killed and two have been reported missing. Local authorities issued a Level 3 emergency response and continuing Level 2 rainfall warnings. According to sources, further rainfall will persist at least on June 18. Lingering disruptions to businesses and logistics are to be expected.
Brazil 15-Jun Authorities forecast further rainfall in Rio Grande do Sul : Updated media sources report that authorities have forecasted further rainfall in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. According to reports, a cold front would move in off the coast into most portions of the state on June 15. Rainfall is expected over much of the state, with the central and northern areas receiving most of the rainfall totals. However, due to already-high water and river levels, that new bout of rainfall could once again lead to waterlogging and further flooding. Previously, it was reported that flood-related disruptions persist in the state. Logistics disruptions are also expected to continue due to damage to roadways and the continued closure of the Salgado Filho International Airport in Porto Alegre, which will remain closed until December. Continued business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Sweden 15-Jun System upgrade to disrupt postal services in Sweden: On June 11, PostNord Group confirmed that the transmission of electronic data interchange (EDI) messages will be interrupted from 08:00 local time on June 15 until 07:00 local time on June 16 due to an upgrade of the IPS 2023 system. Delays in EDI message transmission are to be expected during the upgrade process. PostNord plans to transmit all EDI messages that should have been sent during the interruption as soon as the information systems are back online.
United States 15-Jun Wildfire in California threatens Highway I-5: Media sources reported on June 15 that a major wildfire known as the ‘Post Fire’ broke out in Gorman, California, United States. According to sources, the fire covered an area of 14,625 acres and was only 2 percent contained as of the evening of June 16 and threatened the nearby section of Highway Interstate 5 (I-5). Authorities have reportedly evacuated at least 1,200 people in Los Angeles County as the fire spread. No injuries have been reported. Firefighting operations have been underway to contain the spread of fire despite limited visibility. Lingering disruption to transportation is to be expected in the surrounding zone.
El Salvador 16-Jun Further rainfall causes additional flooding in El Salvador: Updated media sources reported that heavy rain has caused more flooding and landslides in El Salvador. Several flooded roads and houses as well as uprooted trees were reported. The most affected areas are Puerto de La Libertad, San Salvador Sur, San Salvador, and La Libertad Este. An evacuation order was announced for Majahual Arriba due to river overflow. The death toll in the affected region has risen to 20. Since June 16, heavy rain and flooding have displaced 3,800 people. Business and transportation disruptions are to be expected.
El Salvador 17-Jun El Salvador declares state of emergency due to flooding: Media sources reported that El Salvador declared a state of emergency following floods impacting its southern coastal areas since June 17. Sources indicated that at least 5,000 residents have been evacuated while 11 fatalities were recorded. The floods have caused widespread transportation disruptions, with at least 233 blockades reported on federal highways, roadways, and streets. Forecast models predict more rainfall until at least June 21-22 due to the influence of a tropical system developing in the southern portions of the Gulf of Mexico. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Georgia 18-Jun Postal operations face delays and disruptions: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 18 indicated that Georgian Post has been facing disruptions to its postal services across Georgia amid internal reorganization. Reportedly, the reorganization process at the office of exchange and sorting center impacted operations and caused delays to mail processing and delivery procedures. No timeline has been immediately disclosed as to when postal services may normalize.
Panama 18-Jun Customs officials launch nationwide strike: Local media sources report that the officials of the National Customs Authority (ANA) have announced that they will carry out a strike throughout Panama on June 18. The strike is due to the issues of unjustified dismissals and the disbursement of seniority bonuses. According to reports, ANA officials may go on an indefinite strike from June 20 if their demands are not fulfilled. Customers may experience delays in customs clearance throughout Panama due to strike disruptions.
France 19-Jun Flooding in parts of Loire-Atlantique region: Media sources reported that heavy rainfall on June 19 led to flooding in several parts of the Loire-Atlantique region in France. The most affected areas were Châteaubriant, Nozay, Abbaretz, Issé, and the Nantes metropolitan area. According to reports, several roads were inundated in the affected areas. Disruptions to the rail network in Nantes were also reported. Logistic and business disruptions are likely.
Italy 19-Jun IT issue causes postal disruptions in Italy: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicated that an IT issue at Poste Italiane has been disrupting postal operations in Italy since June 19. According to reports, all postal operations involving the processing of inbound and outbound parcels to and from non-EU countries as well as inbound tracked/registered products from non-EU origin countries have been interrupted in its offices of exchange. Sources indicated that the IT issue has since been resolved and authorities have been working on clearing the backlog. Normal postal operations are expected to resume on the week of July 1.
India 20-Jun Flooding in several districts of Assam: Media sources on June 20 indicated that heavy rain had caused flooding in Assam, India. The most affected districts include Karimganj, Tamulpur, Bajali, Hojai, and Nagaon. The Kopili River continues to be above the dangerous mark, and roads as well as other critical infrastructure have been flooded. Businesses and logistics disruptions are likely.
Mexico 20-Jun Tropical Storm Alberto causes disruptions: Media sources on June 20 report that under the impacts of Tropical Storm Alberto, heavy rains and strong winds have led to flooding and disruptions in Nuevo Leon and Veracruz, Mexico. Sources indicate that flooding occurred in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, where Highway Monterrey-Saltillo was submerged by floodwater. The Santa Catarina River has overflow due to the rainfall. Power outages have been reported across Tamaulipas and Nuevo Leon as a result of the storm. Lingering disruptions are likely while clean-up and repair works are ongoing.
Switzerland 21-Jun A13 motorway remain closed following landslides: Media sources reported that the A13 motorway remains closed between Roveredo and San Bernardino Pass in Graubünden, Switzerland following landslides on June 21. The authorities will partially restore traffic on the A13 motorway in July, and vehicular traffic will resume on one of the highway lanes following the first restoration work. It could take months to complete all the restoration work. The closure could cause a supply bottleneck in eastern Switzerland as freight traffic has been affected by the A13 closure. Though alternative A2 is available, increased traffic volume, longer waiting times and traffic jams are to be expected. Logistics disruptions are likely.
United States 22-Jun Authorities declare disaster emergency across northwest Iowa: Updated media sources on June 22 report that the state authorities have declared a disaster emergency for 21 counties across northwest Iowa, United States due to severe storms and floods. The affected counties are Sioux, Buena Vista, Cerro Gordo, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Floyd, Hancock, Humboldt, Kossuth, Lyon, O’Brien, Osceola, Plymouth, Pocahontas, Webster, Winnebago, Woodbury, Worth, and Wright. Floods have been going on in several counties in northwest Iowa since June 21. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Portugal 22-23-Jun System update to disrupt postal services in Portugal: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 18 indicated that CTT Correios de Portugal SA, the postal operator of Portugal has scheduled IT systems upgrade of EDI messages. The update will reportedly take place overnight between 18:00 and 06:00 local time on June 22-23. During this period, sending and receiving EDI messages will be suspended. As a result, some postal disruptions may occur.
Mexico 24-Jun Heavy rain causes flooding in parts of Tecámac: Local media sources reveal that heavy rain has caused severe flooding in several areas of the municipality of Tecámac, State of Mexico, Mexico in the afternoon of June 24. Flooding impacted traffic on a bridge located on the Mexico-Pachuca highway, and several roads in the area reported damages. Freight transportation has been affected due to heavy waterlogging on the roads. Logistics and business disruptions can be expected.
China 24-Jun Flooding in parts of Changsha, Hunan: Media sources reported that heavy rain and storms had caused flooding and logistics disruptions in several areas of Changsha, Hunan, China on the morning of June 24. Waterlogging was reported on streets and residential areas across the city. The authorities have issued a rainstorm alert for Changsha and nearby areas. Beisheng, Chunkou, and other nearby towns in the north of Liuyang City also experienced disruptions due to heavy rain. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
United States 25-Jun Flooding expands across Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota: Updated media sources report on June 25 that flooding continues to impact community in western Iowa, western Minnesota, and South Dakota, United States as heavy rain and strong winds have continued for several days. One fatality has been reported, and evacuations have been enacted in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota; Sioux County, Clay County, and Rock Valley, Iowa; and Free Born and Blue Earth Counties, Minnesota. Damage to roadways and unspecified structures has also been reported in the area. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain in the area are expected to continue through at least June 26. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Kenya 25-Jun Protests break out across Kenya : Media sources report that demonstrators are protesting in cities throughout Kenya, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and other cities. On June 25, sources reported that protests had erupted nationwide in opposition to a new financial bill proposed by the government. Although President William Ruto has withdrawn the planned tax hike, protestors are now demanding that Ruto resign. On June 27, at least two people were killed and seven injured in clashes with police near Nairobi. It is unknown when protests are likely to conclude. At least 23 people have been killed since the protests began. Logistic and business disruptions can be expected.
Kenya 25-Jun Anti-government protests continue across Kenya: Updated media sources on July 2 indicate that anti-government protests continued across Kenya. At least 39 people have died and 361 injured amid the clashes with police since the beginning of the protest. A new demonstration on July 4 has been planned. It is unknown when protests are likely to conclude. Business disruptions are likely to continue.
New Zealand 26-Jun Flooding in areas of Hawke’s Bay and Tairawhiti: Media sources on June 26 informed that flooding had occurred in the coastal areas of Hawke’s Bay and Tairawhiti, New Zealand. In Wairoa, at least 100 people had been evacuated, and about 400 properties were affected by floodwaters. Authorities have declared a state of emergency in Heretaunga and Wairoa. Weather forecast models predict that rainfall is expected to continue until the evening of June 28.
Ireland 26-30-Jun Irish Airline Pilots Association strike to cancel 200 flights : Media sources reported on June 24 that the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) has called for a full strike on June 29. The 24-hour measure has been added to the existing five-day work-to-rule strike scheduled to take place from June 26-30. Aer Lingus has been forced to cancel over 200 flights in advance of the action. Workers are demanding a pay increase of 20 percent. Disruptions to flight operations are expected.
Mexico 27-Jun Mexico faces customs delays due to power outages: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 27 indicated that customs delays are currently occurring in Mexico due to a power outage at customs clearing facilities. As a result, inbound and outbound clearances are affected. There is currently no further information on when will the clearance delays end. Customers may face business and logistics disruptions.
India 28-Jun Floods cause disruptions in Delhi: Media sources reported that floods have caused disruptions across Delhi and surrounding areas since June 28. Five people died in rain-related incidents. Minto Brideg and tunnels at Pragati Maidan were closed and traffic disruptions were reported across the city. Traffic disruptions and delays were reported in Sector 62-63 of Noida. Power disruption was reported due to technical faults and precautionary shutdown in the city's waterlogged areas including Dwarka, Jangpura, and Laxmi Nagar. Sources reported that a roof collapse at Terminal 1 of Delhi International Airport (IGI) resulted in one death and eight injuries on June 28. All flight departures from the terminal were also temporarily suspended on the same day. Disruptions are likely to continue as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert forecasting heavy rain in the region.
Barbados 30-Jun Hurricane Beryl impacts postal operations in Barbados: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 1 indicated that operations of the Barbados Postal Service have been affected by Hurricane Beryl. Reportedly, Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) and all businesses were shut from 19:00 local time on June 30, causing nationwide delays in the processing of parcel-post, letter-post and EMS items. Delays in postal operations are likely until the impact of the storm subsides. Barbados Postal Service is the national postal operator of Barbados.
Japan 01-Jul Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Fukuoka Prefecture: Local media sources report that heavy rainfall accompanied severe thunderstorms had caused flooding in multiple towns of Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan on July 1. Several roads and properties were flooded in Munakata City. The authorities have issued evacuation orders for multiple Fukuoka towns, including Munakata City, Koga City, Fukutsu, Ukiha City, and Higashimine. Flood warnings have been issued for Kurume City, Yanagawa City, Yame City, Chikugo City, Okawa City, Oki Town, and Hirokawa Town. Logistics and business disruptions are likely.
China 01-Jul Flood causes disruptions in Pingjiang County, Hunan: Media sources reported the flood since July 1 caused disruptions in Pingjiang County, Hunan Province, China. According to reports, the water level of the Miluo River has reached 7.17 meters above the warning level as of 00:30 local time on July 2. Evacuations in the affected areas have been reported. Sources indicate that 34,000 people have been affected by the flooding. Over 2,600 bridges and roads have been washed away and nearly 11,333 hectares of crops have been damaged. At the time of writing, economic losses are estimated at 200,000,000 CNY (27,505,000 USD / 26,560,000 EUR). The highest Level I flood control response has been in place since July 1 across the county. Business and logistics transportation are to be expected in the area.
Jamaica 03-Jul Postal delays to remain until August after Hurricane Beryl: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 16 reported that postal operations by Jamaica Post have been partially restored following the passage of Hurricane Beryl. This applies to outbound, inbound and domestic mail processing and delivery, response to customer service inquiries and IT-related activities. Full restoration of postal operations is reportedly not yet possible as electricity, water and internet connectivity have not been restored in some localities. Consequently, approximately 40 percent of delivery offices island-wide will observe modified opening hours until August 30. Related delays in postal operations are to be expected.
Turkey 03-Jul Wildfires break out in parts of Izmir :Media sources report that more than one dozen wildfires have broken out in Izmir province, Turkey. The districts of Çeşme, Menderes, Menemen, Selçuk and Torbalı are most affected. The Sabuncubeli section of the Izmir-Manisa highway was closed to traffic due to the firefighting operations on July 3. Sources reported evacuations in several affected areas, including Çamönü. Business and logistic disruptions are likely.
Italy 03-Jul Postal operations face delays in Aosta Valley region: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 3 indicated that severe weather conditions in the Aosta Valley region, Italy have impacted the operations of Poste Italiane in the area. According to reports, the most affected areas include Cretaz, Epinel and via Cavagnet in the Cogne municipality as well as Vieyes in the Aymavilles municipality. Delays in the collection and delivery of domestic and international mail and parcels are expected. Poste Italiane is the designated postal operator of Italy.
Jamaica 03-Jul Hurricane Beryl disrupts postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 3 reported that operations of Jamaica Post have been disrupted due to the passage of Hurricane Beryl. According to reports, all inbound and outbound international mail operations have been suspended. Additionally, restricted operations have been implemented for the processing and delivery of domestic mail, responses to customer service inquiries and other associated services and activities, including IPS updates. Delays in postal operations are likely until the impact of the storm subsides. Jamaica Post is the national postal operator of Jamaica.
India 04-Jul Congestion closes Export Terminal at Chennai International Airport : Media sources on July 4 indicated that the Chennai International Airport's Air Cargo Export Terminal has been shut due to congestion. Customs clearing has been delayed by up to 48 hours due to the large volume of unprocessed cargo. The reason is an administrative issue. Some customers may experience logistics delays.
Italy 05-06-Jul Aviation workers call for nationwide strike: Media sources indicate that the Cub Trasporti (CUB) union called cargo handling staff for a strike at airports in Italy due to the issue of working conditions improvement. Reportedly, the strike will take place from 00:00 to 23:59 local time on July 5. Milan Malpensa Airport and Milan Linate Air-port will be affected. Additionally, trade unions OSL FIT-CISL, UGL-TA, and FAST-CONFSAL-AV called for a strike on July 5 from 13:00 to 17:00 local time, which will affect the staff of the ENAV company at Venice Tessera airport. Disruptions to flight operations and cargo processing are likely.
India 07-Jul Flooding in parts of Mumbai: Media sources on July 8 report that heavy rain had caused severe flooding in several areas of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on July 7. The flooding continues on July 8 morning in several areas including Andheri, Kurla, Bhandup, King’s Circle, and Dadar. According to reports, traffic remains affected severely in parts of Mumbai due to waterlogging. Parts of Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) also experience disruptions due to inclement weather. Forecast models predicts further rain in the city and surrounding areas through July 10. Further disruptions to businesses and logistics are likely.
United States 08-Jul 1.7 million customers remain without power in Texas: Updated utility sources report that 1.7 million customers remain without power in Texas, United States as of 01:49 local time on July 10. Some of the hardest-hit counties include Brazoria, Matagorda, Galveston, Calhoun, Wharton, and Jackson. The outages were caused by the passage of Hurricane Beryl which made landfall as a category 1 hurricane on July 8. It is unclear when the utility companies will be able to restore power.
China 08-Jul Heavy rain causes traffic disruptions in Zhengzhou : Local media sources reported that heavy rain caused traffic disruptions on multiple roads and expressways in and around Zhengzhou, Henan, China on the morning of July 8. The waterlogging affected roads and expressways, including Lianhuo Expressway, Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway, Zhengzhou Ring Expressway, Yanluo Expressway, Anluo Expressway, Jiaotang Expressway, Shangdeng Expressway, Zhengmin Expressway, Zhengluan Expressway, Daguang Expressway, Zhengyun Expressway, Zhengshao Expressway, Lannan Expressway, and Rilan Expressway. Logistics delays are likely.
United States 08-Jul Hurricane Beryl to make landfall on Texas: Media sources on July 8 informed that Hurricane Beryl will make landfall around Matagorda, Texas, United States during early July 8. At the time of writing, a storm surge warning was in effect for Mesquite Bay and Sabine Pass, as well as Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay. A hurricane warning is in effect for the Texas coast from Mesquite Bay northward to Port Bolivar. A tropical storm warning was in effect on the Texas coast south of Mesquite Bay to Port Mansfield and the Texas coast north of Port Bolivar to Sabine Pass. The hurricane is then set to reach Arkansas on July 9 and weaken into a tropical depression. The tropical depression is forecast to track through the states of Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana through July 9 to 10. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
United States 10-Jul Flooding in central Vermont: Media sources on July 12 reported that the remnants of Hurricane Beryl had caused flooding in central Vermont, the United States. Flooding has occurred in Barre, Plainfield, and the outskirts of Montpelier. According to reports, about seven inches of rainfall was recorded in the worst affected areas over a 24-hour period which started on July 10. At least two fatalities have been reported. More than 54 state roads and at least six bridges have been closed. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
Canada 10-Jul Flooding and transportation disruptions in Montreal: Media sources on July 10 reported that heavy rain had caused flooding and transportation disruptions in Montreal, Canada. Traffic disruptions were reported on Highway 15, 13, and 40. Inclement weather has also caused disruptions at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (IATA: YUL), with 30 flights being delayed. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
Jamaica 10-Jul Internet outage causes suspension of customs clearances: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 10 indicates that due to an internet outage caused by the passage of Hurricane Beryl, customs authorities in Jamaica have placed clearances on hold. There is no estimate for when internet connection is expected to be restored at the time of writing.
India 11-Jul Disruptions at Bongaon-Petrapole border crossing: Media sources on July 21 reported that import and export at the Bongaon-Petrapole border between India and Bangladesh remain disrupted due to the ongoing protests in Bangladesh. Daily 10-hour stoppages at the border have been in place since July 11 following the outbreak of protests against the civil service job quota in Bangladesh. Logistics disruptions are likely.
Austria 12-Jul Inclement weather causes flooding across Austria: Media sources on July 13 reported that floods and landslides have occurred in multiple areas in Austria due to thunderstorms starting in the afternoon of July 12. Damage has been reported in Vorarlberg, Mostviertel, Styria, and Carinthia. Disruptions to rail and roadway operations have occurred in Styria. Trees brought down by hail have led to structural damage. Business and logistic disruptions can be expected.
Japan 12-Jul Landslides and floods in Matsuyama: Media sources on July 12 report that landslides and floods have affected Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan, at around 04:00 local time on the same day. Around 22,000 people in the city have been under an emergency safety alert with evacuations carried out. Business and logistical disruptions are likely.
India 13-Jul Flooding in parts of Mumbai: Media sources report that heavy rainfall had caused flooding and traffic jams in several areas of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on the night between July 13 and 14. Sources reported heavy waterlogging in residential areas, roads, and highways, including on the Western Express Highway. Disruptions were reported in the vicinity of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (IATA: BOM) due to heavy rains. Further rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely in the affected areas.
Japan 14-Jul Heavy rain causes disruptions in Kagoshima: On July 15, media sources report that heavy rainfall had caused disruptions in multiple cities of Kagoshima, Japan on the night between July 14 and 15. The continuous rain has prompted evacuation alerts as well as landslide warnings in the cities of Akune, Izumi, and Satsumasendai. Flooded roads and residential buildings in Akune and Izumi cities were also reported. Disruptions and damages were reported on the National Highway No. 3 in Sakaimachi, Izumi City. Logistics and business disruptions are likely.
China 16-Jul Flood warnings issued in parts of Henan: Media sources on July 16 report that the Henan Provincial Meteorological Observatory issued a Level 4 emergency response for flood control in areas including Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, Pingdingshan, Xuchang, Luohe, Shangqiu, Zhoukou, Nanyang, Xinyang, and Zhumadian in Henan Province, China. This is following heavy rains affecting the region. Logistics disruptions are likely.
North Macedonia 17-Jul Forest fires occur in parts of North Macedonia: Media sources on July 17 report that extreme heat has caused at least 17 forest fires to break out across the central and southern regions of North Macedonia. Areas affected by the forest fires include Radovis and Gevgelija. According to sources, authorities have closed the highway border crossing between Bogorodica, North Macedonia and Evzoni, Greece due to the fires. It is unclear when the forest fires will be contained. Business and logistics disruptions are possible.
Poland 17-Jul Heavy rainfall causes flash flooding in southern Poland: Media sources on July 17 reported that heavy rainfall caused flash floods in southern Poland. Rzeszów has been heavily affected, with reports of inundated roads. For Lesser Poland Voivodeship and Podkarpackie Voivodeship very heavy rain has been forecasted until 16:00 local time on July 18. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
France 17-18-Jul Workers of Groupe ADP call for strike at airports in Paris :Media sources report on July 8 that Groupe ADP employees have called for a strike at Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport in Paris, France on July 17. The strike is over demands that the airport increase pay for employees in the busy period before the Paris Olympics and add as many as 1,000 employees across several Paris airports to avoid understaffing. The strike is likely to cause disruptions to operations at Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport and the Paris Orly Airport.
United Kingdom 19-Jul Postal disruptions across United Kingdom following IT outage: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 22 indicated that Royal Mail has been facing disruptions since July 19 due to the global IT outage. According to reports, several services, including data flows and production systems, have been impacted across Royal Mail and Parcelforce. Consequently, delays in export and import services for international letter and parcel post are expected. No timeline has been immediately disclosed as to when postal services may normalise.
Bangladesh 19-Jul Internet shutdown due to protest causes disruptions: Media sources on July 19 reported that Bangladesh had implemented a near total internet shutdown as student protests intensifies across the country. According to reports, mobile data services have been severely restricted leading to operational disruptions for businesses. At the time of writing, it is unclear when internet services would be restored. Violent protests have erupted in Bangladesh as students are protesting changes to the government job quotas system. Business disruptions are likely.
United States 19-Jul Microsoft outage causes worldwide IT disruptions: Media sources on July 19 report that users of Microsoft's Windows 10 across the world have suffered outages reportedly due to a defective update from Crowdstrike. The IT failure has affected operations at airports and fuel stations globally. According to reports, one of the affected airlines, American Airlines, has issued a global ground stop due to the technical issue. Further disruptions are anticipated. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
United States 19-Jul Global IT outage causes delays at US-Mexico border crossings: Media sources reported that an intermittent failure in the CBP (Customs and Border Protection) system triggered by the global IT outage resulted in transit disruptions at El Paso-Ciudad Juares and San Diego-Tijuana border crossings. Delays of up to 4 hours were reported at the US-Mexico crossings. Traffic disruptions were reported on the Paso del Norte, Córdoba, Zaragoza, Santa Teresa bridges in the downtown area; as well as, and the express rows in the border. Lingering delays to cross border cargo movement is likely.
India 20-Jul Heavy rain causes flooding in parts of Mumbai: Media sources reported that heavy rainfall had caused flooding and traffic jams in several areas of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on July 20 morning. Sources reported heavy waterlogging in residential areas, roads, and highways. Flooding and waterlogging were reported in parts of Dadar, central Mumbai, Andheri, Kurla, Maharashtra Nagar, Dindoshi, Mulund, Malad, Magathane, Ghatkopar, Sewri, Mankhurd, and Worli. Forecast models predict further rains in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) until July 24. Business and transport disruptions are likely in the affected area.
Mexico 23-Jul Flooding across Tlalpan municipality, Mexico City: Media sources on July 23 indicated that heavy rain caused flooding across Tlalpan municipality, Mexico. Affected areas include Francisco Goitia, Trinidad, Topilejo, and El Arenal neighborhood. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Vietnam 23-Jul Typhoon Prapiroon causes flooding: Media sources report that heavy rainfall brought by the passage of Typhoon Prapiroon on July 23 caused flooding in several districts of Hanoi, Vietnam. According to sources, waterlogging occurred on roads and disrupted traffic in many parts including Chuong My, Quoc Oai, My Duc, Ha Dong, Thanh Xuan, and Nam Tu Liem districts. Flooding was also reported in Quang Ninh and Bac Giang Province. Business and transportation disruptions are to be expected.
China 24-Jul Flooding disrupts traffic in Ya'an: Media sources on July 24 report that heavy rainfall and flooding in Ya'an, Sichuan, China has caused significant disruptions on several key highways. National Highway 351 is experiencing flooding and traffic is halted in both directions on National Highway 318 in Jingangwan following a landslide. Collapsed trees, mudslides, and landslides have prompted traffic controls on the S104 Highway, while a landslide at Goujiaowan in Bifengxia has necessitated temporary lane restrictions on the S105 Highway. Logistics disruptions are expected.
United States 25-Jul 'Durkee' wildfire burns out of control in Oregon: Media sources on July 25 reported that 'Durkee' wildfire has burned about 268,492 acres in Oregon, United States. Evacuation orders are in effect in northern parts of Malheur County and along the Interstate 84 corridor of northeastern Oregon after the fire crossed the road on July 24, causing intermittent closures of the road. As of July 25, the wildfire is at zero percent containment. Firefighting efforts are ongoing.
Taiwan 25-Jul Typhoon Gaemi causes disruptions: Media sources on July 25 reported that the passage of Typhoon Gaemi has caused disruptions across Taiwan. Flooding has been reported in Yilan City and Yuanshan Township, Yilan County as well as in Chiayi County, Xinhua District in Tainan, and Kaohsiung. Several roads, including the Provincial Highway 82, have been closed due to flooding. Power outages have been reported in the Counties Yunlin, Chiayin, Nantou and Kaohsiung. According to reports, 204 flights have been cancelled at Taipei Taoyuan International Airport due to the passage of the Typhoon. Further rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Taiwan 26-Jul Typhoon Gaemi causes work cancellations across Taiwan: On July 25, media reports revealed that seven cities and counties in southern and central Taiwan have called off work operations for July 26 due to torrential rains caused by Typhoon Gaemi. The affected counties include Yunlin, Nantou, Chiayi, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung, and Kinmen. Business disruptions are likely.

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Haiti 02-Apr Cargo disruptions continue in Haiti due to civil unrest: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 16 indicated that the state of emergency remains in effect in Haiti due to protests. As a result, cargo services continue to face interruptions. Reportedly, some locations for shipment pickup have reopened, while others located in Port-Au-Prince continue to operate partially with a skeleton staff. Nationwide cargo disruptions have been on-going since violence broke out in February. As per intelligence received on April 2, many logistics providers have suspended inbound and outbound shipments due to the deteriorating security situation, the closure of the country’s main airport. It remains unclear when operations will return to normal as the nationwide civil unrest persists.
France 02-03-Apr Postal workers launch nationwide strike: Media sources report that the unionized postal workers of La Poste will go on strike on April 2 at post offices throughout France to demand better working conditions and salaries. The unions including FO, the CGT, SUD, and the CFTC will support the postal worker strike. Mail and parcel deliveries are expected to be disrupted across the country during the strike.
Greece 02-04-Apr Customs officials launch 48-hour strike: Media sources report that customs officials in Greece have called for a 48-hour strike from 08:00 local time on April 2 to 08:00 local time on April 4. According to reports, traffic at all border crossings will remain suspended for movement of trucks and shipment in and out of Greece. Ports and Airports are also likely to be affected. Delays in the processing of cargo should be expected during the strike days.
Taiwan 03-Apr Magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes Taiwan: Media sources on April 3 report that a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck near Hualien, Taiwan. Multiple aftershocks have been registered, with the strongest one registering at a magnitude of 6.5. Damages to infrastructure have been reported. The earthquake has also caused tsunami advisories to be issued for coastal areas in China, Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Vietnam, Guam, Indonesia, and Palau. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Taiwan 03-Apr National Highway 9 closed following earthquake: Media sources on April 3 report that authorities in Taiwan have closed National Highway 9 (Suhua Highway) in multiple locations following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake. Sources indicated that rockfall have closed the highway near the Daqingshui Tunnel and Chongde Tunnel. It is unclear when the highway would reopen. Clean-up and rescue efforts are ongoing across the country. Transportation disruptions are expected.
France 04-Apr Flooding in Saône-et-Loire: Media sources on April 4 informed that heavy rainfall caused flooding in Saône-et-Loire, France. According to reports, the areas impacted by floodwaters include Rigny-sur-Arroux and Toulon-sur-Arroux. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
China 04-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Jiangxi Province: Media sources on April 4 reported that heavy rainfall caused flooding in Jiangxi province, China. According to reports, at least 11 districts including Nanchang and Jiujiang have been impacted. A level 4 emergency response have been initiated. Authorities have reported at least 7 fatalities with almost 313,000 residents evacuated. Business and logistics disruptions are to be anticipated until floodwaters recede.
Brazil 07-Apr Flooding and roadway disruptions in Salvador: Media sources on April 10 report that continuing rainfall since April 7 has caused flooding in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Road closures and landslides due to floodwaters have been reported. According to sources, the most impacted areas include Mussurunga, Itapuã, Nova Brasília, Sete de Abril and Bosque Real. Further rain is expected until at least April 13. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Russia 08-Apr State of emergency in Orenburg region due to flooding: Media sources on April 8 reported that the Russian government declared a federal emergency in Orenburg Oblast, Russia following a dam burst on April 5. More than 4,400 people have been evacuated. According to reports, the most affected areas include the city Orsk. Logistics and business disruptions are likely.
Australia 08-Apr Postal disruptions in parts of Australia: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 8 indicated that postal operations of Australia Post are disrupted in parts of New South Wales and Queensland, Australia due to flooding and road closures caused by inclement weather. The collection and delivery of all mail in the postcodes areas 2460, 2461, 2753, 2754, 2756, 2775, 2785, 4470, 4480 and 4490 are impacted. Delays in postal operations are likely to continue until floodwaters recede.
Kazakhstan 08-Apr State of emergency in regions of Kazakhstan due to flooding: Media sources reported on April 8 that 10 regions in Kazakhstan have declared state of emergency due to flooding from rapid snowmelt. The regions include Akmola, Aktobe, Atyrau, Karagandy, Kostanai, Pavlodar, West Kazakhstan, North Kazakhstan, Abai, and Ulytau. Damage to infrastructure has been reported. Disruptions to business and logistics are likely.
Russia 08-Apr Flood risk persist in southern Russia: Updated media sources on April 9 indicated that flooding will continue to affect southern parts of Russia as water levels of the Ural River are expected to reach the peak on April 10. On April 8, the Russian government declared a state of emergency in the Kurgan and Tyumen regions due to flooding. Evacuation orders have been issued by state authorities for both regions as well as around 6,000 people in the Orenburg region were evacuated. Business and logistic disruptions are likely to continue.
Philippines 09-Apr Customs delays occur after data breach in Philippines: Media sources reported on April 9 that the Philippines' Bureau of Customs (BOC) has been facing disruptions following a data breach. Reportedly, the reporting and ticketing systems were affected by the attack. As a result of the incident, security protocols were initiated and all compromised accounts and servers were locked. Information about cargo movements being monitored by the BOC have potentially been compromised. No estimations have been immediately disclosed regarding the duration of the disruption.
Bangladesh 10-Apr Customs delays occur at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport: Media sources reported on April 10 that technical issues have caused customs delays at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh. According to sources, three of the airport's four explosive detection scanners broke down, resulting in cargo being stockpiled in facilities contributing to processing delays. Lingering cargo processing delays are to be expected.
Chile 11-Apr Nationwide strike across Chile: Media sources report that the Central Unitaria de Trabajadores (CUT) union called for a nationwide strike across Chile on April 11. The strike has been called to protest against the reforms of the Chilean government. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
New Zealand 11-Apr Cargo delivery delays due to severe weather: Intelligence sources on April 11 indicate that cargo delivery delays are expected in some regions of New Zealand due to heavy rains that are causing floods. Severe weather is expected over the coming days. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Kenya 12-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding across Kenya: Media sources indicated that floods have been reported across Kenya due to heavy rains. Around 15,000 people have been displaced across the country including 9,000 in the capital Nairobi. The most impacted counties include Marsabit, Turkana, Tana River, Garissa, Kirinyaga, Muranga, Kiambu, Meru, Kisumu, Nairobi and Kitui. Damages to infrastructure and roadway disruptions have been reported along the Garissa-Nairobi Highway. Logistics disruptions are to continue till the flooding situation persists.
United States 12-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of United States: Media sources on April 12 report that heavy rainfalls have caused flooding in parts of West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Florida, United States. Traffic have been affected on several roadways due to floodwaters, including the Interstate-64 and Highway 119 in West Virginia, Interstate 376 in Pennsylvania, while complete closures occurred on several roads in Indiana. Further transportation disruptions are likely until weather conditions normalize.
Iran 13-Apr Flights suspended at airports in Iran: Media sources on April 14 reported that airports in Iran have suspended flights until 06:00 local time on April 15 after closing its airspace on April 13. Services have been affected at Iman Khomeini Airport, Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport, Shiraz, Isfahan, Bushehr, Kerman, Ilam, Sanandaj, and several other airports in the west of Iran. This comes after the region entered high alert following drone attacks on Israel on April 13. Lingering disruptions to aviation operations are likely.
Oman 14-Apr Flooding across multiple parts of Oman: Media sources report that heavy rainfall occurring on April 14 has caused flash floods and damages across multiple parts of Oman. Damages have been recorded in the Muscat, South and Northern Sharqiyah, Dakhiliya, and Dhahirah governates. As of April 15, five governorates, including Musandam, Al Buraimi, Al Dhahirah, and Al Dakhiliyah, have suspended work for the public and private sectors due to flooding. Further rainfall is expected until at least April 20. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
United Arab Emirates 16-Apr Postal disruptions due to severe weather: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 18 indicates that severe weather conditions have been disrupting postal services by Emirates Post Group since April 16. Reportedly, the collection and delivery of all inbound and outbound mail, including letter-post, parcel-post and Express Mail Services (EMS) has been disrupted across all cities in the country. Disruptions in postal operations are likely until the weather conditions improve.
United Arab Emirates 16-18-Apr Rainfalls disrupt operations at Dubai International Airport: Media sources on April 17 report that heavy rains and flooding resulted in flight delays and cancellations at Dubai International Airport (IATA: DXB), United Arab Emirates. Aviation sources reported 347 delays at the airport on April 16 affecting 55 percent of daily departures. Logistics disruptions are expected to continue until April 18.
Greece 17-18-Apr Postal disruption likely due to strikes across Greece: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicated that the Confederation of the Greek Workers union has called for a 24-hour general strike on April 17. This action will reportedly affect both international and domestic mail collection and delivery operations of Hellenic Post. No timeline has been immediately disclosed regarding the consequent delays and congestion at major hubs.
Taiwan 18-Apr Flooding in parts of Taipei: On April 18, media sources reported that heavy rainfall caused flooding in several parts of Taipei, Taiwan. Road sections in Wugu, Sanchong, Lizhou, Yonghe, Xizhi, and Zhulin were flooded. Heavy rainfall also occurred in New Taipei, Keelung, and Taoyuan. Authorities had issued flood warnings for these areas. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
China 19-Apr Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Guangdong and Guangxi Province: Media sources on April 21 indicate that heavy rainfalls caused flooding across the southern Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Guangxi. Several roads were reportedly inundated or covered in mudslides. The Mengjiang River, Yichang River, Xunjiang River, and Guijiang River have all swelled, with the Guijiang exceeding warning levels. Transportation disruptions are likely until the weather conditions improve.
China 19-Apr

Floods continue to cause disruptions in Guangdong Province:Updated media sources on April 25 indicated that floods are still ongoing in northern Guangdong Province of China following a renewed round of rainfall. The most affected area was Shaoguan, although Wengyuan, Lechang, Nanxiong, Renhua, Shixing, and Xinfeng were also heavily affected by the rains. Flash floods were forecasted to continue till April 26, and the date when the floods will fully recede was not revealed. Business and logistic disruptions are likely to continue.

Canada 20-Apr More than 120 wildfires active across British Columbia: Media sources on April 21 reported that more than 120 wildfires are active across British Columbia, Canada. Multiple wildfires were reported south of Quesnel and east of Vanderhoof. The largest fires are located about 5 km northwest of Ben Lake and 45 km south of Quesnel. An evacuation alert is in effect in Endako. Firefighting operations are underway and logistics disruptions are likely.
Belgium 22-Apr Postal workers threaten strike: Media sources on April 15 report that Bpost workers in Belgium have threatened to stage a strike from April 22 over the potential loss of a newspaper distribution contract. The workers are mem-bers of the French-speaking CSC and CGSP unions; as of April 15, Flemish unions have not joined the call to strike. Unless averted the action will likely disrupt postal operations throughout Belgium.
Mauritius 22-Apr

Force majeure due to torrential rainfall: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 22 indicated that Mauritius Post declared force majeure on the same day. Reportedly, all public and private offices across the country have been shut due to torrential rainfall. As a result of the closures, delays in the collection, transportation and processing of both inbound and outbound letter post, parcel post and Express Mail Services (EMS) across the country should be expected. It remains unclear how long the disruptions may persist.

Belgium 22-24-Apr Bpost workers launch nationwide strike: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 22 indicated that Bpost workers have launched a nationwide strike across Belgium at 00:01 local time on the same day. The strike is planned to last through April 24. According to reports, the strike will affect the delivery and dispatch of letters and parcels, as well as Bpost’s domestic and international logistics network. Further strike action has not been ruled out. Disruptions to postal operations across Belgium are likely.
Brazil 24-Apr Disruptions to postal operations across Rio Grande do Sul: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 8 indicated that Empresa Brasileira de Correios e Telégrafos, the postal operator of Brazil, has been facing operational disruptions due to ongoing flooding across Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Reportedly, the pick-up and delivery of all in-bound and outbound mail (letter-post, parcel-post and EMS) items have been disrupted for postcodes 9****-*** since April 24. Among the impacted areas was reportedly Porto Alegre. Further interruptions to postal services are likely until the weather conditions improve.
Brazil 24-Apr

Flooding continues across Rio Grande do Sul: Updated media sources on May 13 report that a new round of heavy rainfall inundated again Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, exacerbating the flooding situation in the state. An estimated 400,000 people have been displaced, and 756 people have been injured. Around 1.7 million people in 431 of the state's 497 municipalities were impacted by the floods until now. At least 128 road closures were reported. Damage had been reported in multiple cities including São José do Norte, São Lourenço do Sul, Pelotas, Rio Grande, and Porto Alegre. Earlier sources indicate that the main airport in Porto Alegre was expected to remain closed until at least the end of May. Further disruptions are to be expected as the flooding situation is forecast to persist for weeks.

France 25-Apr Flight cancellations due to nationwide strike in France: Media sources reported that the National Union of Air Traffic Controllers (SNCTA) has planned a 24-hour nationwide strike in France on April 25, to protest a new air navigation services protocol published by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC). The strike is expected to cause flight disruptions with 75 percent of flights being cancelled at Paris Orly Airport and 60 percent of flights being cancelled at Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport.
Canada 25-Apr Authorities close section of Highway 97 due to wildfire: Media sources on April 25 reported that authorities have closed Highway 97 near Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada due to a rapidly growing wildfire. At the time of writing, it is unclear when the closure would be lifted. According to reports, 110 active wildfires are currently burning across British Columbia. Transportation disruptions are expected.
Iran 25-Apr Flooding in several southeastern provinces: Media sources on April 25 report that heavy rainfall has caused flooding in several southeastern provinces of Iran. Sources indicated that the provinces of Sistan-Baluchestan, Kerman, Isfahan, and Yazd are impacted. Up to 70 percent of the roads in these provinces have been damaged by flooding. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Norway 25-Apr

Operations disrupted at Oslo Gardermoen Airport due to airspace closure :Media sources on April 25 reported that flight operations were disrupted at Oslo Gardermoen Airport in Norway due to the temporary closure of airspace over the south of the country. The closure occurred due to a technical issue at Avinor's control center. The airspace was reopened after a 3-hour closure, though flight operations were disrupted through the day.

Brazil 27-Apr Heavy rains cause flooding in Rio Grande do Sul: Media sources report on May 1 that heavy rain starting the weekend of April 27 has caused flooding and landslides across Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Sources indicate that more than 70 cities in the state have been impacted, and 5 fatalities have been reported. Damages to bridges and roadways including nearly 40 highways have been reported. Further rainfall is expected primarily in the Metropolitan and Central regions of the state over the next few days. Logistic disruptions can be expected.
France 28-Apr

Flooding in Irigny and Lyon: Media sources report that heavy rainfall caused flooding in Irigny and neighbourhoods in Lyon, France on April 28. Major roads in the area have been flooded. Logistics disruptions are likely.

India 29-Apr

Landslides block Jammu-Srinagar National Highway: Media sources on April 29 report that landslides in Mehad, Kishtwari Pathar and Gangru Ramsu areas have disrupted traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, India. The highway has been shut down for traffic in the Ramban sector. Logistics disruptions are likely.

Argentina 29-Apr-
01-May
Customs delay due to nationwide strike: Media sources reported that workers from the National Agri-Food Health and Quality Service (Senasa) will embark on a nationwide strike across Argentina from April 29 to May 1. The strike is to protest the planned layoffs. Processing times at border crossings, ports, and airports are likely to increase during the strike.
Greece 01-May Nationwide strike affects postal operations in Greece: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on April 30 reported that the Confederation of the Greek Workers union and the Association of Civil Servants carried out a nationwide 24-hour strike across Greece on May 1. Collection and delivery of international and domestic mail has likely been affected. No timeline has been immediately disclosed regarding the consequent delays and congestion at major hubs.
China 01-May Highway in Guangdong remains inaccessible after collapse: Media sources report that the Meizhou-Dabu S12 Expressway remains inaccessible after the collapse of a section near Chayang, Guangdong, China at around 02:10 local time on May 1. Sources indicate at least 48 people have been killed and 30 injured because of the incident. Cleanup and recovery works are underway. It is unclear when the road will be fully reopened. Further transportation disruptions are likely.
Germany 02-May Flooding in Baden-Württemberg: Media sources reported on May 2 that forecasted heavy rains for large parts of Germany have led to flooding in Baden-Württemberg. Roadway disruptions have been reported. Authorities have issued red warnings, the highest level for the country from 13:00 local time on May 2 to 14:00 local time on May 3. Further flooding is possible. Transportation and business disruptions are likely.
United States 02-May Heavy rainfall cause flooding in eastern Texas: Media sources on May 2 report that heavy rainfall following a storm has caused flooding in eastern Texas, United States. Affected counties include Angelina County, Houston County, Nacogdoches County, Polk County, and Trinity County. Inundated roadways have been reported. Business and transportation disruptions are likely.
Brazil 02-08-May Flooding predicted in Rio Grande do Sul until May 8: Updated media sources on May 6 informed that the human toll from the floods rose to 75 in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. At least 100 people remained missing, and 80,000 people were displaced. At the time of writing, further rainfall has been forecast to persist until at least May 8. On May 5, Porto Alegre's international airport has suspended all flights until further notice. Landslides resulted in the collapse of major bridges and roadways in the region. The water levels in the Guaíba River had reached the highest level at Cais Mauá, Porto Alegre, as of the evening of May 3. As a result, authorities declared a state of emergency in Rio Grande do Sul due to the widespread flooding since the weekend of April 2. Water supply, electricity, and internet disruptions have been reported in several parts of the state, with at least 321,000 customers without electricity across the state as of May 3. Business and logistics disruptions are likely to continue in the region.
United Kingdom 04-06-May Plane refueling staff to strike at London Heathrow Airport: Media sources reported that starting on May 4, 50 workers of Aviation Fuel Services (AFS) at London Heathrow Airport plan to participate in a 72-hour work stoppage to protest the cuts to the terms and conditions for new hires. Flight disruptions are to be expected.
Haiti 06-09-May

Heavy rainfalls cause flooding across Haiti: Media sources on May 6 reported that flooding has occurred in Haiti following days of heavy rainfall and storms. Flooding and landslides have been recorded in most areas across the country. The death toll from the natural disaster has reached 17 while more than 4,000 buildings have been destroyed. Further rainfall is expected to occur until May 9. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.

Argentina 07-May Flooding in parts of Corrientes Province: Media sources on May 7 reported that heavy rain has led to rising water levels of the Uruguay River, ultimately leading to flooding in parts of Corrientes Province, Argentina. According to reports, the most impacted towns are Sao Tome, Garruchos, Paso de los Libres, Alvear, La Cruz, Yapeyú and Bompland. Evacuation orders are in place in Sao Tome and Garruchos. Several road closures have been reported. Business and logistics disruptions are likely until floodwaters recede.
Italy 07-May Postal operations disrupted due to issues with reprinting of forms: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 7 indicated that Poste Italiane is facing opera-tional issues with the reprinting of CN 31, CN 33 and CN 16 forms. According to reports, the issue is impacting all postal items. It remains unclear when the issues will be resolved. Poste Italiane is the designated postal operator of Italy.
Kazakhstan 07-09-May Kazakhstan - China border points to be closed: Media sources reported that authorities will temporarily close all road border crossings between Kazakhstan and China on May 7 and May 9. According to reports, the passage of people, vehicles, and cargo will be suspended. The reason for the border closures was not disclosed. Additional waiting times and congestion at the crossings are likely.
Poland 10-May

Farmers announce protest in Warsaw: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 9 indicates that farmers have planned a protest in Warsaw, Poland from between 12:00 to 22:00 local time on May 10. Logistics disruptions are likely.

Russia 12-May

State of emergency declared in Omsk Region: Media sources on May 12 reported that authorities declared a state of emergency due to continuing flood in Tarsky and Tevrizsky Districts in the north of the Omsk Region, Russia. Infrastructural damage haven been reported. Clean-up and rescue operations are underway, but disruptions are expected to persist for several days.

France 12-May Flooding in parts of Normandy: Local media sources on May 13 report that heavy rains accompanied by storms had caused severe flooding disruptions in several municipalities of Normandy, France on May 12. The bad weather had caused disruptions to road and rail services across the region. Heavy rains had affected several Normandy towns including Bernay, Beaumont-le-Roger, Beaumontel, Orne, Seine-Maritime, Hodeng-au-Bosc, Lisieux, Livarot, and Mézidon-Vallée-d'Auge. Lingering business and logistics disruptions are likely while clean-up works are ongoing.
Canada 13-May At least 45 wildfires active across Alberta: Media sources on May 13 report that at least 45 active wildfires continue to burn in Alberta, Canada. Among them, two have been designated extreme and out of control, including one near the area of Fort McMurray. Evacuation alerts have been issued for Fort McMurray, Saprae Creek Estates, Rickards Landing Industrial Park, and Gregoire Lake Estates. Authorities anticipate the wildfire situation to worsen as temperatures and wind speed are expected to increase from May 13. Business and logistics disruptions are expected.
Italy 13-May Delays for inbound deliveries due to customs site issue: On May 13, intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicates that an unspecified customs site issue has been causing delays for deliveries to Italy. Inbound deliveries could be delayed for up to 24 hours. It remains unclear when the issue will be resolved.
New Caledonia 14-Mai Force majeure lifted as postal disruptions begin to normalize: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on July 16 indicated that the Office of Posts and Telecommunications (OPT-NC), the postal operator of New Caledonia, lifted its force majeure on the same day. The decision comes as OPT-NC has resumed postal activities and is able to dispatch and receive international postal items. However, the forwarding and delivery of local and international mail are still subject to flight frequencies and airline capacities. Additionally, access to certain areas in the country remains difficult, which causes difficulties in deliveries. Lingering disruptions are expected as postal operations continue to normalise and the backlog is being worked off.
Italy 14-May Flooding impacts northern Italy: Media sources on May 15 reported that flooding occurred in parts of northern Italy following heavy rainfall since May 14. Road traffic disruptions and fallen trees were reported in Milan, Novara, Modena, Lecco, and Monza. Train traffic has been disrupted by floodwaters between Novara and Arona in Piemonte. In Fiorenzuola d'Arda, the highway exit on A1 has been closed due to inundation. Further heavy rainfall has been forecasted until at least May 16. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
New Caledonia 14-May

Riots disrupt postal operations across New Caledonia : Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 14 indicates that the Office of Posts and Telecommunications (OPT-NC), the postal operator of New Caledonia, has suspended its services amid the ongoing protests. Reportedly, riots and large-scale road blockages led to the suspension of transport (import and export) and delivery operations for domestic and international mail (letter-post, parcel-post and EMS items), as well as customer service activities. According to sources, the interruption of postal functions will remain in force until further notice and until the security situation will improve.

New Caledonia 14-May Postal disruptions continue across New Caledonia: Updated intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on June 14 indicated that the Office of Posts and Telecommunications (OPT-NC), the postal operator of New Caledonia, has been facing lingering disruptions to its postal services due to the security situation. The Nouméa-La Tontouta International Airport (NOU) has remained closed to most flights; however, some are currently being chartered by authorities to repatriate tourists and New Caledonians. These flights allowed OPT-NC to resume the import and export of postal freight, depending on the frequency and capacity available. OPT-NC has resumed mail transport and delivery operations but is not currently able to provide these services throughout the whole territory of New Caledonia. Previously, riots and large-scale road blockages in New Caledonia led to the suspension of transport (import and export) and delivery operations for domestic and international mail as well as customer service activities on May 14.
Germany 16-May Flood situation improves in South Germany amidst forecast for more rain:Updated media sources reported that the flooding situation continues to improve in South Germany. In most cities and towns, pumping operations have contributed to the gradual decline in floodwaters. Only the districts of Günzburg and Donau-Ries have ongoing disaster declarations after Passau lifted its state of emergency. However, water levels along the Danube and its tributaries could rise again over June 13 and June 14 as more precipitation is forecast. Authorities in Austria, Slovenia, and Hungary are preparing for potential downstream flooding due to critical water levels along the Danube.
Poland 16-May Nationwide postal strike to occur in Poland: Media sources reported that workers of Poczta Polska announced a two-hour warning strike across Poland due to collective bargaining and potential layoffs. The strike is set to take place from 08:00 to 10:00 local time on May 16. The workers are members of the Trade Union of Postal Workers (ZZPP). Additional strikes may occur and lead to increased processing and delivery times.
Germany 17-May Flooding impacts southwestern Germany : Media sources report that flooding has caused disruptions in parts of southwestern Germany following heavy rain that began on May 17. According to reports, Saarland and Rhineland-Palatinate were the worst affected regions, as floodwaters inundated buildings, blocked roads, and caused landslides in affected areas. Severely impacted areas also include Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken-Russhütte, Eppelborn, Neunkirchen, Gersweiler, St. Wendel, Saarlouis, and Merzig. A landslide temporarily blocked federal Highway 41 on May 19. Officials warn of further heavy rain forecast for southwestern Germany from May 22, including Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Baden-Württemberg, which could lead to renewed flooding in affected areas. Logistic disruptions are expected to continue.
Belgium 18-May Flooding causes disruptions in eastern Belgium: Media sources on May 20 reported that flooding has caused disruptions in eastern Belgium. According to reports heavy rainfall since May 18, affected areas including the provinces of Liege and Limburg, particularly in the Fourons, Genk, Maaseik, Neeroteren, and Bilzen areas. Officials are conducting clean-up and repair operations, though full damage assessments could take several days. Further rain is forecast for the region on May 21 which could lead to renewed flooding due to already high river levels and saturated ground in the affected area. Logistic disruptions are likely to continue.
Ecuador 18-May Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport to close temporarily on May 18 : Media sources on May 14 indicated that the Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Ecuador, will be closed between 02:00 and 12:00 local time on May 18 for maintenance works. Flight operations will be suspended during this period. The airport serves 14 passenger airlines and 13 cargo airlines. Consequent disruptions to flight operations are to be expected.
Bangladesh 19-20-May Truck drivers in Chattogram City call for strike on May 19-20: Media sources on May 16 reported that truck drivers have called for a 36-hour strike in Chattogram City, Bangladesh. The strike action will reportedly take place between 06:00 local time on May 19 and 18:00 local time on May 20. The types of vehicles taking part in the strike include trucks, trailers, covered vans, container-carrying prime movers and mini trucks. The truck drivers demand an easing of driving license issuance, a stop to alleged law enforcement harassment and amending of the Road Transport Act. Logistics disruptions are likely.
Italy 20-May Overnight airport closure to cause delays in postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 21 report that overnight closures have been scheduled to take place between May 20 and 31 at Catania International Airport (IATA: CTA), Italy. As a result, Poste Italiane, the national postal operator expects delays in postal operations including items within the priority network (priority and express mail). It remains unclear at the time of writing if nationwide disruptions may also occur.
Colombia 21-May Heavy rains leads to flooding across Medellin: Local media sources reported on May 21 that heavy rains have resulted in flooding throughout the city of Medellin and the surrounding area in Colombia. Several major roadways were flooded. The storm also resulted in delays at the Olaya Herrera Airport. Business and logistics disruptions are likely in the impacted region.
Austria 21-May

Heavy rainfall causes flooding in parts of Styria: Media sources on May 21 reported that heavy rain caused flooding in parts of Styria, Austria. According to reports, the most impacted areas include Mürzzuschlag, Feldbach, Hartberg and the surrounding areas. Sources indicate inundated streets and flooded residential buildings. Streams overflowed their banks exacerbating to the flood situation. Clean-up works are underway. Further disruptions are to be expected until weather conditions improve.

Germany 21-May Flooding occurs across Germany : Media sources on May 22 reported that heavy rain on the night of May 21 has caused flooding in parts of North Rhine-Westphalia, Northern Bavaria, and Thuringia in Germany. According to reports, the most impacted areas include Wuppertal, Solingen, Düsseldorf, and Essen in North Rhine-Westphalia. The most affected areas include Bamberg and the municipality of Kastl in Bavaria and Bad Salzungen in Thuringia. Reportedly, several roads and houses have been flooded. Clean up and rescue operations are ongoing. Further rainfalls have been forecast until at least May 24.
France 23-May Air traffic controllers launch nationwide strike: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 23 indicates that air traffic controllers part of the USAC-CGT union have launched a nationwide strike across France on the same day. The strike is set to last until May 31. According to the French Civil Aviation Authority (DSNA), minimal service is anticipated in the Eastern French Airspace (LFMM) from 20:00 local time on May 24, which may cause flight delays through the airspace. Additionally, sources indicate that the CGT union has called for a strike action specifically for the Brest Western French airspace from May 30 to May 31. However, an official 48-hour strike notice has not been declared at the time of writing. Flight disruptions are likely.
Sri Lanka 24-May Flooding throughout Sri Lanka: Media sources on May 24 report that heavy rainfall has caused flooding throughout Sri Lanka. According to reports, all nine provinces in the country are impacted. 34,000 residents have been evacuated while 1,000 buildings have been destroyed. Further rainfall is expected until May 27. Business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Sri Lanka 24-May Flooding continues across Sri Lanka: Updated media sources reported on June 11 that heavy rains continue to cause flooding, landslides, and other disruptions across Sri Lanka. The rains have caused severe damage in many regions and have killed at least 33 people. Rain is expected to continue for at least the next 24 hours in southern, western, and northern Sri Lanka. Previously, media sources reported that the most affected areas include Kiriella, Dehiowita, Moravaka, Thawalama, Thihagoda, and Neluwa. Logistics disruptions are likely to continue as major highways of the region are flooded.
India 27-May Cyclone Remal causes flooding: Media sources on May 28 reported that heavy rainfall since the night of May 27 has led to flooding and landslides in several states across India. According to reports, the rain was brought by the passage of Tropical Cyclone Remal. The most impacted areas include Imphal in Manipur and the surrounding areas, Aizwal in Mizoram, Kochi in Kerala and the Kamrup, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kamrup, Morigaon, Nagaon, Sonitpur and Dima Hasao districts in Assam. Sources indicate that several roads including the Jatinga-Harangajao stretch in Assam have been flooded. Additionally, the National Highway 37 near Imphal has been closed due to a landslide. Further rain has been forecasted. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Bangladesh 27-May Cyclone Remal to cause delivery delays in Bangladesh: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics indicates on May 27 that delivery delays likely in western Bangladesh and eastern India due to Tropical Cyclone Remal over the coming days as roads are inundated and impassible. Local courier services are likely to suspend operations until the tropical cyclone has passed. Delays and congestion should be expected.
Italy 28-29-May Unionized airport workers to strike at Milan Malpensa International Airport: Media sources reported that unionized airport workers will strike across Italy on May 28. The most impacted airports include the airports in Milan. Employees of Swissport as well as the handling personnel of Aviapartner are striking at the Milan Malpensa International Airport and Milan Linate Airport. Italpol surveillance staff at Milan Linate Airport will also take a 24-hour leave of absence. Disruption to flights is to be expected.
Venezuela 30-May Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Caracas: Media sources on May 30 informed that heavy rainfall caused flooding across several areas in Caracas, Venezuela. The most affected areas are Baruta, Greater Caracas, and Altos Mirandinos. According to reports, the floods caused road congestion and power outages in the affected areas. At the time of writing, it is unclear when the floodwaters will recede.
Mongolia 31-May Relocation of offices may disrupt postal operations: Intelligence received by Everstream Analytics on May 30 indicated that Mongol Post will be relocating its office of exchange and international airmail processing centre from Ulaanbaatar city centre to a new facility at Chinggis Khaan International Airport. According to reports, the relocation will take place between May 31 and June 3, during which some delays or disruptions to normal postal operations may occur. The IMPC code will remain the same. Mongol Post is the designated postal operator of Mongolia.
Schwitzerland 31-May Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Aargau: Media sources report that the continuous heavy rain had caused water levels to rise in Ruess and Rhine rivers at many locations in parts of Aargau, Switzerland from May 31 evening. The Ruess River is overflowing in the Aargau municipalities of Bremgarten, Windisch, and Gebenstorf. While the Rhine River has overflown in Zurzach. The situation is expected to last until June 4, but it was unclear how long the disruptions would last. Business and logistics disruptions are likely.
Germany 31-May Flooding causes disruptions in southern Germany: Media sources on June 3 reported that severe flooding among many rivers in southern Germany continues to impact logistics and production operations. Regensburg has declared a state of emergency due to high water levels on the Danube River. The most severe flooding has occurred along the following rivers: Danube River (Donau), Isar, Regen, Abens, Ilm, Paar, Schmutter, Glonn, Zusam, Mindel, Fils, Schussen, Kammel, Günz, and Wieslauf. Most of the rivers are in either Bavaria or Baden-Württemberg. While many cities, towns and villages among smaller rivers have been primarily affected in the last 24 hours, the highest further risk exists currently on the Danube River which will receive much of the excess water of smaller tributaries in the coming days. Further business and transportation disruptions are expected.
Germany 31-May Disruptions continue due to flooding in southern Germany: Updated media sources on June 4 indicated that the disruptions due to flooding remain in the south German states of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg though the flood situation is improving as floodwaters start to recede. According to reports, evacuation orders have been lifted in the Augsburg districts of Batzenhofen, Gablingen, Langweid Ortsteil Achsheim, Eisenbrechtshofen, Bieberbach, Kuehlenthal, Diedorf/Anhausen and Altenmuenster. Additionally, water levels on the Paar, the Eschbach River, and the Danube tributaries have also begun to drop. However, the Rhine Waterways and Shipping Authority (WSA) had reported that the sailing suspension due to high water level could potentially last for a few days. Though clean-up works have commenced in areas where the flood situation has eased, disruptions to production and transportation operations in the region are expected to continue.
Spain 31-May-
05-Jun
Postal workers call for new strikes in Bizkaia: Media sources report that postal workers of Correos Bizkaia in Bizkaia, Basque Country, Spain have called for new strikes on May 31 and June 3-5 protesting poor work conditions. A four-hour work stoppage will be carried out on these days. Previously, workers went on strikes in March and April. These workers are members of the CCOO, ESK, CSIF, LAB, UGT, and ELA unions of Correos. Disruptions to postal services should be expected.
United Kingdom 31-May-
05-Jun
Customs workers call for strike at London Heathrow Airport: Media sources report that the Border Force staff at London Heathrow Airport (IATA: LHR) in London, England, United Kingdom have announced a 3-day strike from May 31 to June 2 due to changes in their working conditions. Additionally, the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) representing striking workers has announced a three-week overtime work ban for Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 from June 4 to 25. Disruptions to airport operations are likely.

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