How to use these travel alerts
- It’s important to understand that while a destination has a ‘Do Not Travel’ warning in place, our travel insurance won’t cover a loss that arises from that event if you: travel to; plan to travel to; or remain in that country or region.
- Please research the area(s) you are visiting and read the latest government advice to see if your planned travel is affected. Australian travellers should read Smartraveller.gov.au.
- Read the PDS for information about what's covered.
Vanuatu Earthquake and Tsunami warnings
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 05:09:00 AM
On Tuesday, 17 December 2024, a 7.3 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Vanuatu. Buildings in Port Vila have partially collapsed, and tsunami warnings were issued for the area....
Read moreMount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Ash Cloud
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 01:41:00 AM
Since Friday, 8 November 2024, Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki has erupted several times due to heightened volcanic activity. The volcano has released thick ash clouds and the Indonesian government has...
Read moreFlooding in Spain – October 2024
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 11:56:00 PM
On Tuesday, 29 October 2024, flash flooding caused by torrential rainfall swept across southeast Spain. Weather agencies estimate that about a year’s worth of rain fell in the span of...
Read moreHurricane Helene – September 2024
Friday, September 27, 2024 01:17:00 AM
On Friday, 27 September 2024, the National Hurricane Centre issued advisories for Hurricane Helene as it strengthens into a Category 4 storm. The Florida region has experienced significant rainfall and...
Read moreHurricane Milton – October 2024
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:49:00 AM
On Tuesday, 8 October 2024, a State of Emergency was announced for Florida as emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Milton intensify. Evacuations have begun throughout Florida while the Department of...
Read moreTyphoon Ampil – August 2024
Friday, August 16, 2024 01:30:00 AM
Since Thursday 15 August 2024, Typhoon Ampil has been heading towards eastern Japan. The Japan Meterological Agency has classified the typhoon as ‘Very strong’, the second highest category for storms....
Read moreHurricane Beryl – July 2024
Wednesday, July 03, 2024 01:32:00 AM
On Monday 1 July 2024, countries in the Caribbean Sea area began issuing hurricane warnings as Hurricane Beryl moved through the region. After making landfall on Grenada’s Carriacou Island, Hurricane...
Read moreDubai Floods – April 2024
Thursday, April 18, 2024 01:36:00 AM
On Tuesday 16 April 2024, heavy rainfall fell over the United Arab Emirates and Dubai, causing major flooding and widespread damage. Dubai International Airport’s runways are submerged in water, and...
Read moreTaiwan Earthquake and Tsunami warning – April 2024
Thursday, April 04, 2024 12:38:00 AM
On Wednesday 3 April 2024, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Taiwan. There are reports of damage to buildings and infrastructure. Aftershocks may continue to be felt....
Read moreJapan Earthquake and Tsunami – January 2024
Friday, January 05, 2024 12:40:00 AM
Monday, January 1, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, causing widespread destruction. The earthquake also generated a tsunami measuring up to 1.2 m along...
Read moreNorth Queensland Floods
Tuesday, December 19, 2023 12:42:00 AM
In the wake of Cyclone Jasper, record rainfall in North Queensland has caused severe flooding in the region. Emergency alerts were issued by the Queensland Government and Cairns Airport has...
Read moreCyclone Mal – November 2023
Monday, November 20, 2023 12:47:00 AM
Various government agencies and news outlets have reported that Tropical Cyclone Mal has a high likelihood of making landfall in Fiji on or around Wednesday November 15 local time. Some...
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