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10
Oct

Costa Rica Earthquake: Magnitude-5.3 Quake Hits Near Nicoya

AP: MEXICO CITY — Seismologists say a magnitude-5.3 earthquake has shaken Costa Rica. There are no immediate reports of damage. The U.S. Geological Survey says the quake occurred at 6:19 a.m. (8:19 EST; 12:19 GMT) and was centered eight miles (14 kilometers) north-northeast of the town of Nicoya. The epicenter was about 22 miles (35 […]

10
Oct

Canada: Montreal: small earthquake

EARTHQUAKE shakes Montreal area Travelinfo.ca: A SMALL earthquake was felt in and around the Montreal region early Wednesday morning. Natural Resources Canada seismologist Allison Bent said it was a magnitude 4.5 quake and was centred southeast of Montreal. The epicentre was 21 kilometres west-northwest of Saint Hyacinthe, about 37 kilometres from Montreal. There were no […]

4
Oct

Italy: Alitalia: Oct 26:Strike for 4 hours (1-5 pm)

Friday, October 26, 2012 Alitalia personnel will be on strike for 4 hours, from 1 pm to 5 pm. Please check with your ticket office whether this will affect your flight. (summerinitaly.com)

2
Oct

India: reminder from CDN gov re terror threats: Oct – Jan (Indian Holiday Period)

Terrorism There is a continuing threat of terrorist attacks throughout India at all times, including attacks targeting public transportation and places frequented by foreign visitors and expatriates. Maintain a high level of vigilance, remain aware of your surroundings, monitor local news reports, follow the advice of local authorities, avoid demonstrations and large gatherings, and take […]

2
Oct

Belgium: rail strike Oct 2-3, 2012 – to affect train traffic Brussels from London and Paris

AP: BRUSSELS – Officials say that a 24-hour strike by Belgian rail workers will disrupt the train traffic to Brussels from London and Paris as of late Tuesday. Both Thalys and Eurostar announced they would cancel services to the Belgian capital. Eurostar said its traffic from London would have a reduced schedule up to Lille, […]