Find out what to do if things go wrong or there's an emergency while you're travelling, and if a consular officer can help.
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When things go wrong
Here's some general advice for what to do when things go wrong while you're travelling.
Emergency or disaster
Here's what to do if there's an emergency or disaster while you're travelling.
Updated 09 December 2025
A 7.5 earthquake occurred at 23:15 (14:15 GMT) at the northern tip of Japan's main island, Honshu, at a depth of 54 kilometers. The earthquake prompted a tsunami warning that was subsequently lifted.
Updated 05 December 2025
Cyclonic Storm Ditwah has caused significant flooding, landslides, and damage to infrastructure across all 25 districts of Sri Lanka.
Updated 05 November 2025
Typhoon Kalmaegi passed through the Philippines and moved towards Viet Nam, making landfall on Friday 7 November 2025. The typhoon caused heavy rains and dangerous winds, with gusts up to 165 kph, and resulted in flooding and landslides.
