Alerts

Pretty random compared to the rest of the site, eh? Originally, I put the alerts section together when my sister traveled overseas. I wanted to build something she could reference without too much hassle to see what the threat situation is around the globe. Later, I expanded the entire thing to include weather, travel, threats, and even a “good bargain” section, based on rss feeds from slickdeals.net. This general alerts page has several categories together, but you can click specific categories in the sub-menu.

Also, a note on these feeds: When I updated this site to support plugins, all of the rss feeds were broken. I’ve restore most of them, but some still aren’t functional. I’m still not entirely sure why a few don’t work, but I’m hopeful I’ll find a solution at some point.

Weather Alerts

Weather alert feeds from the National Weather Service (NWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Information

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 81 Status Reports
    on April 1, 2026 at 2:42 am

    WW 0081 Status Updates STATUS REPORT ON WW 81 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES RIGHT OF A LINE FROM 65 ESE LBB TO 55 SSW CDS TO 10 S LTS TO 25 NNW FSI TO 10 ENE CHK. WW 81 WILL BE ALLOWED TO EXPIRE AT 010400Z. ..SQUITIERI..04/01/26 ATTN...WFO...OUN...LUB...AMA... STATUS REPORT FOR WS 81 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS OKC015-031-051-141-010400- OK . OKLAHOMA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE CADDO COMANCHE GRADY TILLMAN TXC155-269-275-487-010400- TX . TEXAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE FOARD KING KNOX WILBARGER THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS FOR GUIDANCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE REFER TO WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION STATEMENTS FOR OFFICIAL INFORMATION ON COUNTIES...INDEPENDENT CITIES AND MARINE ZONES CLEARED FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORM AND TORNADO WATCHES. Read more

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 81
    on April 1, 2026 at 2:42 am

    WW 81 SEVERE TSTM OK TX 312135Z - 010400Z URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED Severe Thunderstorm Watch Number 81 NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 435 PM CDT Tue Mar 31 2026 The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of Western Oklahoma Western North Texas and Panhandle * Effective this Tuesday afternoon and evening from 435 PM until 1100 PM CDT. * Primary threats include... Scattered damaging wind gusts to 70 mph possible Scattered large hail events to 1.5 inches in diameter possible A tornado or two possible SUMMARY...Storms are expected to further develop and intensify through early evening across the southeast Texas Panhandle/Low Rolling Plains into western Oklahoma, with large hail and locally damaging winds as the primary hazards. The severe thunderstorm watch area is approximately along and 55 statute miles east and west of a line from 75 miles northeast of Clinton OK to 70 miles south of Childress […]

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 83 Status Reports
    on April 1, 2026 at 1:42 am

    WW 0083 Status Updates STATUS REPORT ON WW 83 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES RIGHT OF A LINE FROM 25 WNW FKL TO 5 NNE FKL TO 25 E FKL TO 15 WSW BFD. ..SPC..04/01/26 ATTN...WFO...PBZ...CTP... STATUS REPORT FOR WS 83 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS OHC019-029-010240- OH . OHIO COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE CARROLL COLUMBIANA PAC005-007-019-021-023-027-031-033-035-047-053-063-065-073-081- 083-085-105-113-117-119-121-010240- PA . PENNSYLVANIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE ARMSTRONG BEAVER BUTLER CAMBRIA CAMERON CENTRE CLARION CLEARFIELD CLINTON ELK FOREST INDIANA JEFFERSON LAWRENCE LYCOMING MCKEAN MERCER POTTER SULLIVAN TIOGA UNION VENANGO […]

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 83
    on April 1, 2026 at 1:42 am

    WW 83 SEVERE TSTM OH PA WV 312225Z - 010500Z URGENT - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED Severe Thunderstorm Watch Number 83 NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 625 PM EDT Tue Mar 31 2026 The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Watch for portions of Eastern Ohio Western and Northern Pennsylvania Far Northern West Virginia * Effective this Tuesday night and Wednesday morning from 625 PM until 100 AM EDT. * Primary threats include... Scattered damaging wind gusts to 70 mph possible Scattered large hail events to 1.5 inches in diameter possible A tornado or two possible SUMMARY...Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop and/or move generally eastward into the region this evening, with damaging winds and some hail as the primary severe-weather hazards. The severe thunderstorm watch area is approximately along and 35 statute miles north and south of a line from 20 miles south southwest of Youngstown OH to 15 miles north […]

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 79 Status Reports
    on April 1, 2026 at 12:00 am

    WW 0079 Status Updates STATUS REPORT ON WW 79 THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA. ..SPC..03/31/26 ATTN...WFO...BUF...BGM...CTP... STATUS REPORT FOR WS 79 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS NYC003-007-009-011-013-015-017-023-025-029-037-051-053-055-063- 065-067-069-073-075-077-097-099-101-107-109-117-121-123- 312240- NY . NEW YORK COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE ALLEGANY BROOME CATTARAUGUS CAYUGA CHAUTAUQUA CHEMUNG CHENANGO CORTLAND DELAWARE ERIE GENESEE LIVINGSTON MADISON MONROE NIAGARA ONEIDA ONONDAGA ONTARIO ORLEANS OSWEGO OTSEGO SCHUYLER SENECA STEUBEN TIOGA TOMPKINS WAYNE WYOMING […]

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 80 Status Reports
    on April 1, 2026 at 12:00 am

    WW 0080 Status Updates STATUS REPORT ON WW 80 THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA. ..SPC..03/31/26 ATTN...WFO...CLE... STATUS REPORT FOR WS 80 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS OHC005-007-033-035-043-055-063-075-077-083-085-093-095-099-101- 103-117-123-133-139-143-147-151-153-155-169-173-175-010040- OH . OHIO COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE ASHLAND ASHTABULA CRAWFORD CUYAHOGA ERIE GEAUGA HANCOCK HOLMES HURON KNOX LAKE LORAIN LUCAS MAHONING MARION MEDINA MORROW OTTAWA PORTAGE RICHLAND SANDUSKY SENECA STARK SUMMIT TRUMBULL WAYNE WOOD WYANDOT […]

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 82 Status Reports
    on April 1, 2026 at 12:00 am

    WW 0082 Status Updates STATUS REPORT ON WW 82 THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA. ..SPC..03/31/26 ATTN...WFO...IWX...IND...ILN... STATUS REPORT FOR WS 82 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS INC001-003-009-015-017-033-039-049-053-067-069-075-085-087-091- 099-103-113-131-141-149-151-157-169-179-181-183-010040- IN . INDIANA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE ADAMS ALLEN BLACKFORD CARROLL CASS DE KALB ELKHART FULTON GRANT HOWARD HUNTINGTON JAY KOSCIUSKO LAGRANGE LA PORTE MARSHALL MIAMI NOBLE PULASKI ST. JOSEPH STARKE STEUBEN TIPPECANOE WABASH WELLS WHITE WHITLEY […]

  • SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 84 Status Reports
    on April 1, 2026 at 12:00 am

    WW 0084 Status Updates STATUS REPORT ON WW 84 THE SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES ACROSS THE ENTIRE WATCH AREA. ..SPC..03/31/26 ATTN...WFO...ALY... STATUS REPORT FOR WS 84 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS NYC021-027-039-111-010040- NY . NEW YORK COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE COLUMBIA DUTCHESS GREENE ULSTER THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS FOR GUIDANCE PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE REFER TO WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION STATEMENTS FOR OFFICIAL INFORMATION ON COUNTIES...INDEPENDENT CITIES AND MARINE ZONES CLEARED FROM SEVERE THUNDERSTORM AND TORNADO WATCHES. Read more

Tropical Storm Information

  • CPHC Central North Pacific Outlook
    by nhcwebmaster@noaa.gov (NHC Webmaster) on December 1, 2025 at 11:06 am

    ZCZC HFOTWOCP ALLTTAA00 PHFO DDHHMMTropical Weather OutlookNWS Central Pacific Hurricane Center Honolulu HIIssued by NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL800 PM HST Sun Nov 30 2025For the central North Pacific...between 140W and 180W:Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next 7 days.This is the last regularly scheduled Tropical Weather Outlook ofthe 2025 Hurricane Season. Routine issuance of the TropicalWeather Outlook will resume on June 1, 2026. During theoff-season, Special Tropical Weather Outlooks will be issued asconditions warrant.$$Forecaster GibbsNNNN

  • NHC Eastern North Pacific Outlook
    by nhcwebmaster@noaa.gov (NHC Webmaster) on December 1, 2025 at 11:05 am

    ZCZC MIATWOEP ALLTTAA00 KNHC DDHHMMTropical Weather OutlookNWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL1000 PM PST Sun Nov 30 2025For the eastern and central North Pacific east of 180 longitude:Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next 7 days.This is the last regularly scheduled Tropical Weather Outlook of the 2025 Hurricane Season. Routine issuance of the Tropical Weather Outlook will resume on May 15, 2026 for the eastern North Pacific and on June 1, 2026 for the central North Pacific. During the off-season, Special Tropical Weather Outlooks will be issued as conditions warrant.$$Forecaster GibbsNNNN

  • NHC Atlantic Outlook
    by nhcwebmaster@noaa.gov (NHC Webmaster) on November 30, 2025 at 11:07 pm

    ZCZC MIATWOAT ALLTTAA00 KNHC DDHHMMTropical Weather OutlookNWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL700 PM EST Sun Nov 30 2025For the North Atlantic...Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of America:Tropical cyclone formation is not expected during the next 7 days.This is the last regularly scheduled Tropical Weather Outlook of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Routine issuance of the Tropical Weather Outlook will resume on May 15, 2026. During the off-season, Special Tropical Weather Outlooks will be issued as conditions warrant.$$Forecaster BucciNNNN

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Disaster Information

Federal disaster information feeds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

  • Bethel Assistance Hub to Close March 31
    by anna.gonzalez on March 30, 2026 at 5:20 pm

    Bethel Assistance Hub to Close March 31 ANCHORAGE, Alaska –The Bethel Assistance Hub (BAH) at the AVCP Tugkar Building will close Monday, March 30, in observance of Seward’s Day. The BAH will resume normal hours Tuesday, March 31, then permanently close March 31 at 4 p.m. Bethel Assistance Hub (BAH)AVCP Tugkar Building570 3rd Ave.Bethel, AK 99559After the BAH closes, survivors can continue to connect with FEMA staff through FEMA’s Alaska Call Center at 1-866-342-1699 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, to answer questions about their application and receive further guidance, even after the Bethel Assistance Hub closes. In-person survivors’ support is available to register for State and FEMA Individual Assistance and apply for SBA disaster loans; upload required documents and get answers to questions. Alaskans may get on-site assistance at one location in Anchorage, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays:Aspen Suites Hotel […]

  • One Week Left to Apply for Disaster Assistance
    by anna.gonzalez on March 27, 2026 at 6:11 pm

    One Week Left to Apply for Disaster Assistance ANCHORAGE, Alaska – The deadline to apply for disaster assistance is Friday, April 3, 2026. FEMA encourages survivors affected by severe storms, flooding and remnants of Typhoon Halong Oct. 8-13, 2025, to apply for State of Alaska and FEMA Individual Assistance, as well as SBA assistance, before the deadline.After the deadline, survivors who have already registered can continue submitting paperwork, file appeals and update information into their FEMA account.As of March 27, FEMA has approved $42.6 million in federal individual assistance for 2,403 households. Eligible survivors may receive assistance with disaster-related needs such as subsistence equipment, snowmachines, stove oil, all-terrain vehicles, rental expenses, home repairs, vehicle damage, medical expenses, moving and storage, and reimbursement for temporary housing.Apply for State Individual AssistanceState designated areas include: North Slope Borough, […]

  • FEMA Sets the Record Straight on Vendor’s False Claims Regarding Community Resilience Program
    by amy.ashbridge on March 26, 2026 at 9:34 pm

    FEMA Sets the Record Straight on Vendor’s False Claims Regarding Community Resilience Program FEMA Will Continue to Administer its Community Rating System Program and Deliver Cost Savings to Flood Insurance Policyholders WASHINGTON – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today released the following statement correcting the record on inaccurate claims by a third-party vendor about the Community Rating System program. This vendor falsely asserted that FEMA’s Community Rating System program no longer has the resources necessary to operate. The truth is that FEMA remains steadfastly committed to managing its Community Rating System program and helping communities lower their flood risk. “It is deeply unfortunate that this vendor has chosen to convey false information and unnecessarily confuse state and local community leaders,” said FEMA Spokesperson, Victoria Barton. “Let us set the record straight: FEMA has no plans to pause […]

  • FEMA Announces $1 Billion in Federal Funding to Help States Mitigate Impact of Disasters
    by amy.ashbridge on March 25, 2026 at 5:36 pm

    FEMA Announces $1 Billion in Federal Funding to Help States Mitigate Impact of Disasters Funding Opportunity Designed to Support Critical Infrastructure Projects that Save LivesWASHINGTON -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today published the funding opportunity for the Fiscal Years 2024 and 2025 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program. Through this funding opportunity, FEMA is making $1 billion in federal funding available to states, local governments, territories and Tribal Nations, empowering them to take decisive, proactive steps to protect their communities from potential disasters like fires, floods, earthquakes and hurricanes. This investment will generate jobs, protect private property, strengthen infrastructure, reduce the cost of future disasters and—most importantly—save lives.“When done correctly, mitigation activities save lives and reduce the cost of future disasters,” said Senior Official Performing the […]

  • FEMA Provides More Than $900,000 in Funding to Support Survivors in West Virginia
    by kelly.magarity on March 24, 2026 at 7:11 pm

    FEMA Provides More Than $900,000 in Funding to Support Survivors in West Virginia CHARLESTON, W.Va. — FEMA has approved $902,933 in funding to support state-managed recovery programs as a result of the June 14-15, 2025, floods affecting Marion and Ohio counties. These funds directly support individuals, families and communities by addressing some of their most urgent needs after a disaster. Specifically, the $902,933 award is to help people develop a long-term recovery plan and coordinate support with a case manager through FEMA’s Disaster Case Management program. A case manager helps individuals and households affected by the floods navigate various forms of assistance, empowering them to return to a state of independence.FEMA will continue to work closely with West Virginia to support individuals and communities throughout the state-led recovery efforts. For more information on FEMA-funded, state-managed recovery programs, visit […]

  • FEMA Grants States Additional Time to Complete Critical Hazard Mitigation Projects
    by amy.ashbridge on March 24, 2026 at 7:03 pm

    FEMA Grants States Additional Time to Complete Critical Hazard Mitigation Projects Work Aligns with FEMA’s Commitment to Empowering States to Protect CommunitiesWASHINGTON -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that 19 states and two U.S. territories will have more time to finish projects that help prevent damage from disasters. These projects—funded through FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Post Fire—aim to protect communities from disasters like floods, earthquakes, wildfires and hurricanes. Projects examples include building storm shelters, installing generators for important facilities like hospitals and raising low bridges at risk of flooding. These extensions are critically important now because DHS has experienced three appropriations lapses in just the last six months. During lapses, FEMA operates with limited resources and personnel, which can delay and complicate grant management and […]

  • FEMA Provides More Than $6.7 Million in Funding to Support Disaster Survivors in New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas
    by toan.nguyen on March 24, 2026 at 6:00 pm

    FEMA Provides More Than $6.7 Million in Funding to Support Disaster Survivors in New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas DENTON, Texas – FEMA has approved more than $6.7 million in funding to support state-managed recovery programs as a result of multiple disasters declared in 2024 and 2025. These funds directly support individuals, families and communities in FEMA Region 6 by addressing some of their most urgent needs after a disaster. More than $963,000 was awarded for Disaster Unemployment Assistance to the states of New Mexico and Texas. This assistance may help people who are not able to work as a direct result of the disaster. This assistance is funded by FEMA and administered by the states in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the Texas Division of Emergency Management.Another $5.8 million was awarded to the states of New Mexico and Oklahoma to help people develop a long-term recovery plan and coordinate support […]

  • FEMA Provides More Than $196,000 in Funding to Support Survivors in Alaska
    by anna.gonzalez on March 24, 2026 at 4:34 pm

    FEMA Provides More Than $196,000 in Funding to Support Survivors in Alaska ANCHORAGE, Alaska — FEMA has approved $196,081 in funding to support state-managed recovery programs as a result of severe storms, flooding and remnants of Typhoon Halong during the period of Oct. 8-13, 2025. These funds directly support individuals, families and communities by addressing some of their most urgent needs after a disaster. Specifically, the funding is for Disaster Unemployment Assistance, which may help people who are not able to work as a direct result of the disaster. This assistance is funded by FEMA and administered by the state of Alaska. FEMA will continue to work closely with Alaska to support individuals and communities throughout the state-led recovery efforts. For more information on FEMA-funded, state-managed recovery programs, visit fema.gov/assistance/individual/disaster-survivors. ###FEMA is committed to ensuring disaster assistance is accomplished impartially, […]

  • FEMA Provides Nearly $23 Million in Funding to Support Survivors in Southeast
    by melanie.barker on March 24, 2026 at 4:33 pm

    FEMA Provides Nearly $23 Million in Funding to Support Survivors in Southeast ATLANTA — FEMA approved $22.9 million in funding to support state-managed recovery programs as a result of Hurricane Helene and other past disasters across the Southeast. These funds directly support individuals, families and communities by addressing some of their most urgent needs after a disaster. Specifically, more than $2.1 million is for Disaster Unemployment Assistance, which may help people who are not able to work as a direct result of the disaster. This assistance is funded by FEMA and administered by the states of Florida, Kentucky and Tennessee. In addition, more than $2.4 million was awarded to the state to fund crisis counseling and mental health support in Georgia, Kentucky and Tennessee. These funds pay for counselors and services to help manage disaster-caused stress and trauma. Another $18.2 million is to help people develop a long-term recovery plan and coordinate […]

  • FEMA Provides More Than $5.7 Million to Support Maui Fire Survivors
    by eileen.chao on March 24, 2026 at 4:11 pm

    FEMA Provides More Than $5.7 Million to Support Maui Fire Survivors HAWAII — FEMA has approved $5.7 million in funding to support state-managed recovery programs as a result of the 2023 Hawaii wildfires. These funds directly support individuals, families and communities by addressing some of their most urgent needs after a disaster. The funds were awarded to the state to help 1,718 impacted residents develop a long-term recovery plan and coordinate support with a case manager through FEMA’s Disaster Case Management program. A case manager empowers households to return to a state of independence.FEMA will continue to work closely with the state of Hawaii to support individuals and communities throughout the state-led recovery efforts. For more information on FEMA-funded, state-managed recovery programs, visit fema.gov/assistance/individual/disaster-survivors. eileen.chao Tue, 03/24/2026 - 16:11

Deals and Sales

This serves as a collection of feeds related to items I’m interested in. For the most part, these are things I may want to buy, but am waiting for a sale before making a move. So far, these come from specific searches at Slickdeals.net, but in theory it could host any updated information from sites that support RSS.

Well-Rated, Very Recent Laptops:

Arlo Q Wifi Security Camera

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Frontpage Deals:

Travel Advisories

The link to Department of State’s information:
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings.html

Travel Alerts – According to DOS, these are short term/situational events that you should be aware of when traveling to another country. Examples they give include stuff like worker strikes or protests during an election, a disease outbreak, or elevated risk of terrorist attacks.

Travel Warnings – These are more long term. DOS says this means you should consider very carefully if you want to make the trip to one of these countries. Examples include unstable governments, civil war, frequent terrorist attacks, sustained high levels of violence, etc.

  • Nepal - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    on March 31, 2026 at 12:00 am

    The advisory level decreased to 2. Advisory Summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Nepal due to civil unrest. Advisory summary: The nationwide demonstrations that began in September 2025 have stopped, and the security situation is stable. However, demonstrations and local unrest can still happen, particularly in cities. Demonstrations can start with little warning and may quickly turn violent. Stay away from large crowds and follow the instructions of local authorities.   Emergency services Medical services have limited ability to handle regular and emergency care. Review the Health section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information.  Hospitals in Kathmandu are usually better than in other areas, but they can be crowded, may lack some equipment or medicines, and often ask that you pay before treatment. Medical treatment of foreigners is not paid for by the Government of Nepal.  Bring the medicines you need, get travel health […]

  • Estonia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
    on March 31, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated Exercise normal precautions in Estonia. Advisory Summary Estonia is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our travel guidance for Estonia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip If you decide to travel to Estonia: Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues. Follow the instructions of local authorities. Monitor local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Estonia. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Estonia. Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the […]

  • Colombia - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 31, 2026 at 12:00 am

    Reconsider travelto Colombia due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest,  kidnapping, and natural disasters. Some areas have an increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Violent crime is common in many areas of Colombia, including murder, assault, and robbery. Other crimes, such as drugging, extortion, kidnapping, and armed break-ins—including at hotels and other places tourists stay—also occur frequently in some regions.  Street crime occurs throughout Colombia and can quickly become violent. If you are targeted by criminals, do not resist. Police procedures and investigations in Colombia differ from those in the United States, and crimes against tourists are not always prosecuted. This can be a source of frustration for victims.  Terrorism  There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity, in Colombia. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s Country Reports on Terrorism to learn more.   Terrorists in Colombia may attack with […]

  • Gabon - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    on March 30, 2026 at 12:00 am

    Updated after periodic review. There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Gabon due to unrest, crime, and health. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire travel advisory. Unrest Demonstrations and protests may occur in Gabon without warning. Protests often occur in Libreville and Port Gentil. Crime Crime is common in Libreville and Port Gentil. It includes robbery, vehicle break-ins, and residential burglaries. Health Access to medical care is limited. Medical facilities are limited in quality and standard of care they can provide. They may not have enough supplies of basic medications, especially outside of large cities. If you decide to travel to Gabon: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Review […]

  • Ireland - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
    on March 20, 2026 at 12:00 am

    Exercise normal precautionin Ireland. Ireland is generally a safe destination for travelers. Travelers should remain vigilant as petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching and pickpocketing. Large-scale demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice. Demonstrations may disrupt transportation and other essential services.

  • Venezuela - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 19, 2026 at 12:00 am

    The travel advisory level decreased to 3. The “Wrongful Detention,” “Unrest,” and “Other” risk indicators were removed. Areas of increased risk were added. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Reconsider travel to Venezuela due to risk of crime, kidnapping, terrorism, and poor health infrastructure. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.  Do Not Travel to: Venezuela-Colombia border region (20 miles from the border) due to the risk of crime, kidnapping, and terrorism Amazonas state due to the risk of terrorism Apure state due to risk of terrorism Aragua state outside of Maracay due to the risk of crime and kidnapping Bolivar state rural areas due to the risk of crime and kidnapping Guarico state due to the risk crime and kidnapping Tachira state due to the risk of crime and terrorism Advisory summary U.S. embassy operations In January 2026, the U.S. Department of State began a phased approach to […]

  • Finland - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
    on March 13, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise normal precautions in Finland. If you decide to travel to Finland: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.    Review the Country Security Report for Finland. Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues. Follow the instructions of local authorities. Monitor local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Finland.  Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist. We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance […]

  • Oman - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 13, 2026 at 12:00 am

    The advisory level remains at 3. There were no changes to the risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Reconsider travel to Oman due to risk of armed conflict and terrorism. Do Not Travel to the Yemen border area due to terrorism and armed conflict. Advisory summary On March 13, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Oman due to safety risks. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks in Oman. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorism is a concern in Oman. Attacks can occur with little or no warning, especially around holidays. They can […]

  • Saudi Arabia - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 13, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia due to risk of Iranian drone and missile targeting of American interests, armed conflict, terrorism, exit bans, and local laws regarding social media activity. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to the Yemen border due to threat of Terrorism. Advisory summary On March 8, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Saudi Arabia due to safety risks. This amends the prior on March 3, 2026, Department of State authorization order for non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Saudi Arabia due to safety risks.   Armed conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran. […]

  • Belize - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    on March 12, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators.  Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Belize due to crime. Some areas have increased risk. Please read the entire Travel Advisory. Crime Isolated incidents of violent crime can happen even during the day and in tourist areas, though the south side of Belize City has historically had the highest concentration of violent crime. Crimes include sexual assault, home invasions, armed robberies, and murder. Much of this violence is linked to gangs. Local police lack the resources and training to respond effectively to serious crimes. Most crimes remain unresolved and unprosecuted. Emergency medical services are usually unavailable or significantly delayed. Serious injuries or illnesses normally require medical evacuation to another country. Due to security risks, U.S. citizens should follow the same guidance as government employees while traveling. U.S. government employees are strongly discouraged […]

  • Azerbaijan - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 12, 2026 at 12:00 am

    The advisory level was increased to 3. There were no changes to the risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider Travel to Azerbaijan due to terrorism, armed conflict, and risk of landmines. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: The southern border region due to risk of armed conflict (unless this is your best overland exit from Iran). The border with Armenia due to risk of landmines. The former Soviet-era Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Oblast and surrounding territories due to landmines. Advisory Summary Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and a March 5 drone strike on Nakhchivan International Airport. Commercial flights have also been seriously disrupted. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Azerbaijan. Visit the U.S. Department of […]

  • Guatemala - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 12, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There was no change to the advisory level. The “terrorism” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to Guatemala due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have higher risks. Please read the full Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: San Marcos Department due to crime and terrorism by cartels, gangs, and criminal organizations. Huehuetenango Department due to crime and terrorism by cartels, gangs, and criminal organizations. Zone 18 in Guatemala City and the city of Villa Nueva due to crime and terrorism by cartels, gangs, and criminal organizations. Advisory summary Some areas of Guatemala have higher levels of gang-related violence. Crimes include robbery, carjacking, drug trafficking, assaults, and murders. Local law enforcement often struggles to address serious crimes. This leads to low arrest and conviction rates. Tourists can become victims of opportunistic crimes such as scams and extortion. There is risk of terrorist attacks and other […]

  • Kuwait - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 9, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Reconsider Travel to Kuwait due to the threat of armed conflict, landmines, and crime. Advisory summary On March 5, 2026, the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait suspended operations (including routine consular services).  U.S. citizens in Kuwait should contact the State Department at +1-202-501-4444 or +1-888-407-4747 for emergency assistance or services.  Armed conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran. Commercial flights have also been seriously disrupted. Aviation safety The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR).  This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including Kuwait.  […]

  • Togo - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    on March 9, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There was no change to the advisory level. The "health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Togo due to risk of crime, terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, and health. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.  Do Not Travel to: Northern border region near Burkina Faso due to risk of terrorism and kidnapping. Areas north of Kande due to risk of terrorism. Advisory summary The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency or routine services to U.S. citizens outside of Lome due to the safety risks. U.S. government employees working in Togo need special authorization to travel to these areas due to safety risks: North of Dapaong Highways N24 and N28 Kpendjal and Kpendjal-Ouest district U.S. government employees working in Togo are not allowed to stay overnight in areas north of Mango due to safety risks. Crime Violent crime may occur anywhere in Togo. This includes carjacking, robbery, and home […]

  • Singapore - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
    on March 9, 2026 at 12:00 am

    Exercise normal precautionin Singapore. Singapore is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our travel guidance for Singapore to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

  • Turkey - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    on March 8, 2026 at 12:00 am

    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. An area of increased risk was updated. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to the U.S. mission operations. Exercise increased caution to Türkiye due to terrorism, armed conflict, and arbitrary detentions. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to southeast Türkiye due to risk of terrorism and armed conflict. Advisory Summary On March 9, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Consulate General Adana due to the safety risks.  Americans in southeast Türkiye are strongly encouraged to depart now. The U.S. Consulate Adana has suspended all consular services. Americans should contact the U.S. Embassy Ankara or the U.S. Consulate General Istanbul for consular services. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Türkiye. […]

  • Angola - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    on March 5, 2026 at 12:00 am

    Exercise increased cautionin Angola due to crime, health, unrest, and landmines. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Crime Petty crime, assaults, and armed robberies are common. Other crimes, like burglary, occur, but with less frequency. Health Medical services in Angola are limited. Adequate trauma and ambulance services are not widely available. Even a minor health issue may require medical evacuation at the traveler’s expense. Unrest Demonstrations related to the local political situation may occur with little notice. They may disrupt transportation and other essential services. Landmines Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout Angola. Many locations with unexploded landmines and ordnance are marked. However, some may be unmarked or hard to spot. Reconsider Travel to the Luanda greater metropolitan area due to risk of crime.

  • United Arab Emirates - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 3, 2026 at 12:00 am

    Updated to reflect the ordered departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of government personnel on March 2. Advisory summary was updated. Reconsider travel to the United Arab Emirates due to the threat of armed conflict and terrorism. Advisory Summary On March 2, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government family members to leave the United Arab Emirates due to the threat of armed conflict. Armed Conflict Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights. The Iranian regime has publicly stated its intention to target locations in the UAE associated with the United States. Terrorism There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in the United Arab Emirates. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country […]

  • Cyprus - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 3, 2026 at 12:00 am

    The advisory level was increased to 3. There were no changes to the risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to reflect changes to U.S. embassy operations. Reconsider travel to Cyprus due to the threat of armed conflict and limited U.S. embassy assistance for Americans in the Turkish Cypriot Administered area. Advisory Summary     On March 3, 2026, the Department of State authorized non-emergency U.S. government employees and U.S. government employee family members to leave Cyprus due to the safety risks.  Armed Conflict  Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, there have been significant disruptions to commercial flights.   A drone struck a building on the British Sovereign Base Area on Cyprus on March 2. Turkish Cypriot-Administered Area  The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia has limited ability to help U.S. citizens in this area. Human rights reports show that central prison and police […]

  • Pakistan - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
    on March 3, 2026 at 12:00 am

    Reconsider travelto Pakistan due to armed conflict, terrorism, crime, and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. On March 3, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and the family members of U.S. government personnel from U.S. Consulates Lahore and Karachi to leave Pakistan due to safety risks.  There is no change to the status of Embassy Islamabad. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Pakistan. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Violent extremist groups have carried out attacks in Pakistan. Terrorist attacks typically happen in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including the former FATA, but they have also occurred in major cities such as Karachi and Islamabad.  Terrorists may strike without warning. They target transportation hubs, hotels, markets, malls, military and security forces sites, […]

Threats

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Department of State

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DHS

Threat information from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), including the National Terrorism Advisory System and Cybersecurity alerts.

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Cybersecurity

  • Pro-Russia Hacktivists Conduct Opportunistic Attacks Against US and Global Critical Infrastructure
    by CISA on December 5, 2025 at 7:35 pm

    Summary Note: This joint Cybersecurity Advisory is being published as an addition to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) May 6, 2025, joint fact sheet Primary Mitigations to Reduce Cyber Threats to Operational Technology and European Cybercrime Centre’s (EC3) Operation Eastwood, in which CISA, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of Energy (DOE), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and EC3 shared information about cyber incidents affecting the operational technology (OT) and industrial control systems (ICS) of critical infrastructure entities in the United States and globally. FBI, CISA, National Security Agency (NSA), and the following partners—hereafter referred to as “the authoring organizations”—are releasing this joint advisory on the targeting of critical infrastructure by pro-Russia hacktivists: U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) U.S. Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3) Europol […]

  • CISA Shares Lessons Learned from an Incident Response Engagement
    by CISA on September 22, 2025 at 3:12 pm

    Advisory at a Glance Executive Summary CISA began incident response efforts at a U.S. federal civilian executive branch (FCEB) agency following the detection of potential malicious activity identified through security alerts generated by the agency’s endpoint detection and response (EDR) tool. CISA identified three lessons learned from the engagement that illuminate how to effectively mitigate risk, prepare for, and respond to incidents: vulnerabilities were not promptly remediated, the agency did not test or exercise their incident response plan (IRP), and EDR alerts were not continuously reviewed. Key Actions Prevent compromise by prioritizing the patching of critical vulnerabilities in public-facing systems and known exploited vulnerabilities. Prepare for incidents by maintaining, practicing, and updating incident response plans. Prepare for incidents by implementing comprehensive and verbose logging and aggregate logs in a centralized out-of-band location. Indicators […]

  • Countering Chinese State-Sponsored Actors Compromise of Networks Worldwide to Feed Global Espionage System
    by CISA on August 25, 2025 at 1:36 pm

    Executive summary People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored cyber threat actors are targeting networks globally, including, but not limited to, telecommunications, government, transportation, lodging, and military infrastructure networks. While these actors focus on large backbone routers of major telecommunications providers, as well as provider edge (PE) and customer edge (CE) routers, they also leverage compromised devices and trusted connections to pivot into other networks. These actors often modify routers to maintain persistent, long-term access to networks.  This activity partially overlaps with cyber threat actor reporting by the cybersecurity industry—commonly referred to as Salt Typhoon, OPERATOR PANDA, RedMike, UNC5807, and GhostEmperor, among others. The authoring agencies are not adopting a particular commercial naming convention and hereafter refer to those responsible for the cyber threat activity more generically as “Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) […]

  • CISA and USCG Identify Areas for Cyber Hygiene Improvement After Conducting Proactive Threat Hunt at US Critical Infrastructure Organization
    by CISA on July 29, 2025 at 5:53 pm

    Summary The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) are issuing this Cybersecurity Advisory to present findings from a recent CISA and USCG hunt engagement. The purpose of this advisory is to highlight identified cybersecurity issues, thereby informing security defenders in other organizations of potential similar issues and encouraging them to take proactive measures to enhance their cybersecurity posture. This advisory has been coordinated with the organization involved in the hunt engagement. CISA led a proactive hunt engagement at a U.S. critical infrastructure organization with the support of USCG analysts. During hunts, CISA proactively searches for evidence of malicious activity or malicious cyber actor presence on customer networks. The organization invited CISA to conduct a proactive hunt to determine if an actor had been present in the organization’s environment. (Note: Henceforth, unless otherwise defined, “CISA” is used in […]

  • #StopRansomware: Interlock
    by CISA on July 21, 2025 at 2:11 pm

    Summary Note: This joint Cybersecurity Advisory is part of an ongoing #StopRansomware effort to publish advisories for network defenders that detail various ransomware variants and ransomware threat actors. These #StopRansomware advisories include recently and historically observed tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and indicators of compromise (IOCs) to help organizations protect against ransomware. Visit stopransomware.gov to see all #StopRansomware advisories and to learn more about other ransomware threats and no-cost resources. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC)—hereafter referred to as “the authoring organizations”—are releasing this joint advisory to disseminate known Interlock ransomware IOCs and TTPs identified through FBI investigations (as recently as June 2025) and trusted […]

  • Ransomware Actors Exploit Unpatched SimpleHelp Remote Monitoring and Management to Compromise Utility Billing Software Provider
    by CISA on June 12, 2025 at 2:29 pm

    Summary The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is releasing this advisory in response to ransomware actors leveraging unpatched instances of a vulnerability in SimpleHelp Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) to compromise customers of a utility billing software provider. This incident reflects a broader pattern of ransomware actors targeting organizations through unpatched versions of SimpleHelp RMM since January 2025. SimpleHelp versions 5.5.7 and earlier contain several vulnerabilities, including CVE-2024-57727—a path traversal vulnerability.1 Ransomware actors likely leveraged CVE-2024-57727 to access downstream customers’ unpatched SimpleHelp RMM for disruption of services in double extortion compromises.1  CISA added CVE-2024-57727 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog on Feb. 13, 2025. CISA urges software vendors, downstream customers, and end users to immediately implement the Mitigations listed in this advisory based on confirmed […]

  • Threat Actors Deploy LummaC2 Malware to Exfiltrate Sensitive Data from Organizations
    by CISA on May 20, 2025 at 7:20 pm

    Summary The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) are releasing this joint advisory to disseminate known tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and indicators of compromise (IOCs) associated with threat actors deploying the LummaC2 information stealer (infostealer) malware. LummaC2 malware is able to infiltrate victim computer networks and exfiltrate sensitive information, threatening vulnerable individuals’ and organizations’ computer networks across multiple U.S. critical infrastructure sectors. According to FBI information and trusted third-party reporting, this activity has been observed as recently as May 2025. The IOCs included in this advisory were associated with LummaC2 malware infections from November 2023 through May 2025. The FBI and CISA encourage organizations to implement the recommendations in the Mitigations section of this advisory to reduce the likelihood and impact of LummaC2 malware. Download […]

  • Russian GRU Targeting Western Logistics Entities and Technology Companies
    by CISA on May 12, 2025 at 4:49 pm

    Executive Summary This joint cybersecurity advisory (CSA) highlights a Russian state-sponsored cyber campaign targeting Western logistics entities and technology companies. This includes those involved in the coordination, transport, and delivery of foreign assistance to Ukraine. Since 2022, Western logistics entities and IT companies have faced an elevated risk of targeting by the Russian General Staff Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU) 85th Main Special Service Center (85th GTsSS), military unit 26165—tracked in the cybersecurity community under several names (see “Cybersecurity Industry Tracking”). The actors’ cyber espionage-oriented campaign, targeting technology companies and logistics entities, uses a mix of previously disclosed tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). The authoring agencies expect similar targeting and TTP use to continue. Executives and network defenders at logistics entities and technology companies should recognize the elevated threat of unit […]

  • Fast Flux: A National Security Threat
    by CISA on April 1, 2025 at 7:00 pm

    Executive summary Many networks have a gap in their defenses for detecting and blocking a malicious technique known as “fast flux.” This technique poses a significant threat to national security, enabling malicious cyber actors to consistently evade detection. Malicious cyber actors, including cybercriminals and nation-state actors, use fast flux to obfuscate the locations of malicious servers by rapidly changing Domain Name System (DNS) records. Additionally, they can create resilient, highly available command and control (C2) infrastructure, concealing their subsequent malicious operations. This resilient and fast changing infrastructure makes tracking and blocking malicious activities that use fast flux more difficult.  The National Security Agency (NSA), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC), Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS), […]

  • #StopRansomware: Medusa Ransomware
    by CISA on March 11, 2025 at 2:52 pm

    Summary Note: This joint Cybersecurity Advisory is part of an ongoing #StopRansomware effort to publish advisories for network defenders detailing various ransomware variants and ransomware threat actors. These #StopRansomware advisories include recently and historically observed tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and indicators of compromise (IOCs) to help organizations protect against ransomware. Visit stopransomware.gov to see all #StopRansomware advisories and to learn more about other ransomware threats and no-cost resources. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) are releasing this joint advisory to disseminate known Medusa ransomware TTPs and IOCs, identified through FBI investigations as recently as February 2025.  Medusa is a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) variant first identified in June 2021. As of February 2025, Medusa developers and […]

DOJ and FBI

Information from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the FBI focused on federal law enforcement, significant cases in the news, and other alerts.

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