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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 2

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 3

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Wind power equipment installed in rural areas in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Construction workers cooperate with large-scale lifting equipment to install wind turbine components at the site of a 1 million kilowatt wind power base project in Xiji County, Guyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - A truck is transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Trucks are transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Wind Power Project Construction

GUOYUAN, CHINA - JANUARY 18, 2026 - Trucks are transporting wind turbine components on the road in Xigai County, Guoyuan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 18, 2026.

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Philippines: Storm Nokaen Triggers Severe Flooding in Bicol Region

Storm Nokaen, known locally as Ada in the Philippines, caused severe flooding due to persistent rains and a fatal landslide that killed two people in Matnog, Sorsogon. The storm weakened into a tropical depression on Monday, January 19, prompting authorities to lift all tropical cyclone wind signals.

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Mexico: Forest Fire Burns Dozens of Hectares in Arriaga, Chiapas

A forest fire broke out in Arriaga, Chiapas, on Wednesday, January 14, amid wind gusts of up to 33 km/h, burning dozens of hectares.

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US: High Winds Trigger Dust Storms and Power Outages Across Northern Colorado

High winds with gusts of up to 70 mph ripped through northern Colorado on Friday, January 16, leaving tens of thousands of homes without power, triggering dust storms, and closing highways.

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NORSE ENERGY Wind Power Installation Vessel

Guests and crew members attended the delivery ceremony of the "NORSE ENERGY" wind power installation ship at CIMC Raffles Yantai Construction Base in Yantai City, Shandong Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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NORSE ENERGY Wind Power Installation Vessel

Guests and crew learned about the construction process of the "NORSE ENERGY" wind power installation ship at the delivery ceremony in Yantai, Shandong Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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NORSE ENERGY Wind Power Installation Vessel

The completed delivery of the "NORSE ENERGY" wind power installation vessel is ready to depart at CIMC Raffles Yantai Construction Base in Yantai, Shandong Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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NORSE ENERGY Wind Power Installation Vessel

The completed delivery of the "NORSE ENERGY" wind power installation vessel is ready to depart at CIMC Raffles Yantai Construction Base in Yantai, Shandong Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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NORSE ENERGY Wind Power Installation Vessel

The completed delivery of the "NORSE ENERGY" wind power installation vessel is ready to depart at CIMC Raffles Yantai Construction Base in Yantai, Shandong Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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NORSE ENERGY Wind Power Installation Vessel

The completed delivery of the "NORSE ENERGY" wind power installation vessel is ready to depart at CIMC Raffles Yantai Construction Base in Yantai, Shandong Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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NORSE ENERGY Wind Power Installation Vessel

Foreign crew members take a photo with the "NORSE ENERGY" wind power installation ship at CIMC Raffles Yantai construction base in Yantai City, Shandong Province, China on January 15, 2026.

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US: Wintry Weather Brings Snow Bursts and Gusts, Impacting Western NC Commute

A sudden burst of snow and gusty winds triggered school closures and significant travel delays across Western North Carolina on Thursday, January 15. The wintry weather severely complicated the morning commute, as blowing snow and icy roads created hazardous driving conditions throughout the Asheville area. Some areas saw rapid snow accumulation and slick surfaces, leading to several reported traffic incidents.

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Australia: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji Leaves Widespread Destruction in Queensland

The slow-moving system swept across the Central Highlands and Coalfield regions on Monday, January 12. Wind gusts reached 113 km/h on Hamilton Island. Early estimates suggest that more than 48,000 livestock have perished in the floods, which continue to inundate vast areas of Queensland—stretching from the coast at Mackay, 1,000 kilometres west to Cloncurry, and north to Townsville and Cairns. Central Queensland is the latest region to feel the impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji, with Clermont recently enduring its heaviest rainfall in 110 years.

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US: Cold Front Brings Snow and High Winds to Virginia

A cold front moved through Virginia on Sunday, January 11, bringing snow and wind gusts of 30 to 40mph.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines 2

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Several Counties, WA

A cold weather system is moving through western Washington this week, bringing heavy snowfall of 2 to 4 feet to the mountains and wind gusts reaching 50 mph. In response to this major front, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties, including King, Snohomish, and Pierce. The warning remains in effect until 4:00 PM today, Thursday, January 8, as hazardous travel and whiteout conditions continue to impact mountain passes.

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US: Wind-Fueled Wildfire Forces Evacuations Near Broomfield-Boulder Line

A wildfire fueled by strong winds triggered evacuation orders on Monday afternoon, January 5, for neighborhoods near the Broomfield-Boulder county line, leading to the closure of Highway 287. There were no immediate reports of any injuries.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.

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Wind Power Generation

QINGTONGXIA, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Wind turbines stand on the mountain peak at Niushou Mountain Wind Farm in Qingtongxia City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China on January 2, 2026.