Pope Francis is due to visit La Paz and Santa Cruz from 8 to 10 July. Thousands of visitors are expected to attend. Anticipate difficulties securing accommodations and transport on these days.

There is ongoing industrial action causing disruption to cross channel services.

The National Weather Service has issued a typhoon watch for Guam, Rota, Tinian, and Saipan, meaning typhoon conditions – winds of 74 mph or more – are possible within 48 hours.