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Taiwan: Power Outage Hits Songshan Airport and Zhongshan District

On Monday, December 1, sudden power outages struck Songshan Airport and parts of Zhongshan District in Taipei. At the airport, the international terminal lost power at 1:36 PM, but backup generators kept check-in and customs operations running. Some escalators and VIP lounge lighting were briefly affected. Taipower confirmed a disconnected feeder line caused the outage, which was fully restored by 2:48 PM. No flights were disrupted. In Zhongshan District, residents experienced both power and internet outages, affecting 4,698 users. Social media users shared reactions highlighting the sudden disruption and inconvenience.

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Japan: Massive Fire Rages in Oita, Leaving 1 Dead and Over 170 Buildings Damaged 2

A massive fire broke out in a residential area of Oita, in the Kyushu region, on Tuesday night, November 18, with local authorities reporting one man in his 70s missing, over 170 buildings damaged, and 350 homes without power. Firefighters have been battling the blaze as the prefecture prepares to request disaster relief from the Self-Defense Forces. Authorities have confirmed the death of one person, whose gender has not been identified, found among the burnt remains.

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Japan: Massive Fire Rages in Oita, Leaving 1 Missing and Over 170 Buildings Damaged

A massive fire broke out in a residential area of Oita, in the Kyushu region, on Tuesday night, November 18, with local authorities reporting one man in his 70s missing, over 170 buildings damaged, and 350 homes without power. Firefighters have been battling the blaze as the prefecture prepares to request disaster relief from the Self-Defense Forces.

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New Zealand: Rare Red Warnings Issued as Powerful Wind Storm Rips Through Country

A powerful storm with winds up to 96 mph swept across New Zealand's North and South Islands, causing massive disruption that left around 90,000 homes without power and forced flight cancellations. Authorities issued rare red wind warnings as the storm ripped roofs off houses, knocked down trees and power lines, and tragically resulted in at least one fatality in Wellington.

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Norway: Storm Amy With Powerful Winds Knocks Down Trees, Causing Extensive Damage

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across Europe over the weekend, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm left three people dead in Ireland and France and impacted critical infrastructure. In Norway, Amy caused extensive damage, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving tens of thousands of homes without power.

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Norway: Storm Amy With Powerful Winds Knocks Down Trees, Causing Extensive Damage 3

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across Europe over the weekend, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm left three people dead in Ireland and France and impacted critical infrastructure. In Norway, Amy caused extensive damage, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving tens of thousands of homes without power. This video shows a freight train container being blown over by strong winds.

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Norway: Storm Amy With Powerful Winds Knocks Down Trees, Causing Extensive Damage 2

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across Europe over the weekend, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm left three people dead in Ireland and France and impacted critical infrastructure. In Norway, Amy caused extensive damage, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving tens of thousands of homes without power.

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Ireland: Storm Amy Leaves 1 Dead, Tens of Thousands Without Power

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across parts of the UK and Ireland over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and winds of nearly 100 mph that left tens of thousands without power. In Ireland, a man was reported to have died in a weather-related accident in County Donegal on Friday, October 3.

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UK: Storm Amy Brings Heavy Rain and Winds, Causing Devastating Damage

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across parts of the UK and Ireland over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and winds of nearly 100 mph that left tens of thousands without power, and causing flight cancellations and delays. Amy brought devastating damage, destroying several buildings and crushing cars with falling trees.

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Ireland: Passengers Stranded at Dublin Airport due to Storm Amy

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across parts of the UK and Ireland over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and winds of nearly 100 mph that left tens of thousands without power, and causing flight cancellations and delays. This video shows passengers stranded at Dublin Airport on Friday, October 3, due to the storm.

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US: Blackout Reported at NYC Grand Central Terminal 2

Power outage was reported at the Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, New York, on Thursday, September 25. It is unclear as of writing what caused the apparent outage or if any trains were impacted.

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US: Blackout Reported at NYC Grand Central Station

A power outage was reported at the Grand Central Station in Manhattan, New York, on Thursday, September 25.　 The cause remains unknown as of writing. This is a developing story.

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Japan: Crane Collapses at Tokyo Demolition Site, Causes Power Outage

A crane collapsed at a demolition site in Koishikawa, Bunkyo Ward, central Tokyo, on Saturday, September 20, falling onto a neighboring building. While no one was injured, the accident caused damage to the building and cut power lines, leaving about 1,300 homes in the area without power.

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Japan: Water Gushes Out of Manholes in Tokyo Amid Severe Rainfall 2

On Thursday, September 11, sudden thunderstorms hit the southern Kanto region, including Tokyo, causing rapidly changing weather and record-breaking rainfall in some areas. This video shows water gushing out of a manhole at a park in Ota Ward, Tokyo.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages 8

Heavy rain hit Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, cutting power to thousands of homes, grounding flights, and prompting emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages 7

Heavy rain hit Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, cutting power to thousands of homes, grounding flights, and prompting emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages 6

Heavy rain battered Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, leaving thousands homes without power, grounding flights, and triggering emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages 5

Heavy rain battered Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, leaving thousands homes without power, grounding flights, and triggering emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages 4

Heavy rain battered Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, cutting power to over 7,000 homes, grounding flights, and triggering emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Japan: Water Gushes Out Of Manhole in Tokyo Amid Severe Rainfall

Heavy rain battered Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, cutting power to over 7,000 homes, grounding flights, and triggering emergency alerts for floods and landslides. This video shows floodwater gushing out of a manhole in Meguro Ward, Tokyo.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages

Heavy rain battered Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, cutting power to over 7,000 homes, grounding flights, and triggering emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages 3

Heavy rain battered Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, cutting power to over 7,000 homes, grounding flights, and triggering emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Japan: Storms Hit Tokyo and Surrounding Areas, Causing Floods and Power Outages 2

Heavy rain battered Tokyo and surrounding areas on Thursday, September 11, flooding streets, cutting power to over 7,000 homes, grounding flights, and triggering emergency alerts for floods and landslides.

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Netherlands: Huge Blaze at Veenendaal Industrial Estate

A major fire at a commercial building in Veenendaal, Netherlands, was brought under control on Sunday, August 24. The fire, which started at a company that processes cocoa powder, did not spread to an adjacent metalworking company, and its cause remains unknown.

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Power Transmission Lines Triggered a Nationwide Blackout - Iraq

Vehicles run on a darkened street after a power outage in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 11, 2025. A sudden failure in Iraq's power transmission lines on Monday triggered a nationwide blackout, the Electricity Ministry said. Photo by Khalil Dawood/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Transmission Lines Triggered a Nationwide Blackout - Iraq

A girl walks on a darkened street after a power outage in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 11, 2025. A sudden failure in Iraq's power transmission lines on Monday triggered a nationwide blackout, the Electricity Ministry said. Photo by Khalil Dawood/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Transmission Lines Triggered a Nationwide Blackout - Iraq

A boy rides a motorbike on a darkened street after a power outage in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 11, 2025. A sudden failure in Iraq's power transmission lines on Monday triggered a nationwide blackout, the Electricity Ministry said. Photo by Khalil Dawood/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Transmission Lines Triggered a Nationwide Blackout - Iraq

A boy reads in the darkness after a power outage in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 11, 2025. A sudden failure in Iraq's power transmission lines on Monday triggered a nationwide blackout, the Electricity Ministry said. Photo by Khalil Dawood/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Transmission Lines Triggered a Nationwide Blackout - Iraq

People walk on a darkened street after a power outage in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 11, 2025. A sudden failure in Iraq's power transmission lines on Monday triggered a nationwide blackout, the Electricity Ministry said. Photo by Khalil Dawood/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Power Transmission Lines Triggered a Nationwide Blackout - Iraq

People walk on a darkened street after a power outage in Baghdad, Iraq, on August 11, 2025. A sudden failure in Iraq's power transmission lines on Monday triggered a nationwide blackout, the Electricity Ministry said. Photo by Khalil Dawood/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Powerful Winds Slam Las Vegas, Causing Dust Storm and Power Outage

Strong winds of up to 70 MPH swept through Las Vegas on Tuesday, July 1, causing dust storms. Multiple power poles were damaged, and more than 30,000 customers experienced power outages.

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US: Cumulonimbus Clouds Blanket Brooklyn Sky Amid NYC Thunderstorm

A severe thunderstorm struck New York City on Thursday, June 19, bringing strong winds that uprooted trees and toppled power poles. The storm also caused flooding in streets and led to power outages in some areas. This video shows cumulonimbus clouds blanketing sky in Brooklyn.

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US: Queens Traffic Lights Out After Severe Thunderstorm Batters NYC

A severe thunderstorm struck New York City on Thursday, June 19, bringing strong winds that uprooted trees and toppled power poles. The storm also caused flooding in streets and led to power outages in some areas. This video shows traffic lights out in Ozone Park, Queens, leading to traffic jam.

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US: Powerful Winds Cause Tree Damage in New York City

A severe thunderstorm struck New York City on Thursday, June 19, bringing strong winds that uprooted trees and toppled power poles. The storm also caused flooding in streets and led to power outages in some areas.

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US: Flash Flooding Prompts Evacuations, Closures in Pittsburgh Area

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding across the Pittsburgh region on Friday, June 6, prompting evacuations, road closures, and rescues in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. While no serious injuries were reported, the severe weather led to power outages and significant disruptions.

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US: Flash Flooding Prompts Evacuations, Closures in Pittsburgh Area 2

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding across the Pittsburgh region on Friday, June 6, prompting evacuations, road closures, and rescues in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. While no serious injuries were reported, the severe weather led to power outages and significant disruptions.

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US: Severe Storms Bring Flooding, Tornado Watches to West Virginia

Intense storms swept through West Virginia on the afternoon of Friday, May 30, submerging roads and leaving thousands without electricity, as officials issued flood alerts and tornado watches.

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US: Fire Reported in Fire Island Pines During Memorial Day Weekend

A fire was reported in Fire Island Pines, Suffolk County, New York, early on Saturday, May 24, during the Memorial Day weekend. The fire is believed to be a structure fire and appears to have been contained. This is a developing story.

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Blackout Enforced By Authorities Amid Tensions - India

A man watches a mobile phone in a room during a blackout enforced by authorities in Srinagar city, Indian-controlled Kashmir, on May 9, 2025. Tensions have remained as flare-ups between Pakistan and India have entered the third day. Photo by Javed Dar/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Blackout Enforced By Authorities Amid Tensions - India

Photo taken on May 9, 2025 shows a building during a blackout enforced by authorities in Srinagar city, Indian-controlled Kashmir. Tensions have remained as flare-ups between Pakistan and India have entered the third day. Photo by Javed Dar/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Blackout Enforced By Authorities Amid Tensions - India

People watch their mobile phones in a room during a blackout enforced by authorities in Srinagar city, Indian-controlled Kashmir, on May 9, 2025. Tensions have remained as flare-ups between Pakistan and India have entered the third day. Photo by Javed Dar/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Blackout Enforced By Authorities Amid Tensions - India

Photo taken on May 9, 2025 shows a building during a blackout enforced by authorities in Srinagar city, Indian-controlled Kashmir. Tensions have remained as flare-ups between Pakistan and India have entered the third day. Photo by Javed Dar/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Blackout Enforced By Authorities Amid Tensions - India

People watch their mobile phones in a room during a blackout enforced by authorities in Srinagar city, Indian-controlled Kashmir, on May 9, 2025. Tensions have remained as flare-ups between Pakistan and India have entered the third day. Photo by Javed Dar/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Blackout Enforced By Authorities Amid Tensions - India

People watch their mobile phones in a room during a blackout enforced by authorities in Srinagar city, Indian-controlled Kashmir, on May 9, 2025. Tensions have remained as flare-ups between Pakistan and India have entered the third day. Photo by Javed Dar/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nationwide Emergency Simulation Drill In India

A view of Ajmer City during a blackout as part of the nationwide drill, "Operation Abhyaas", in Ajmer, India on May 7, 2025. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nationwide Emergency Simulation Drill In India

A view of Ajmer City during a blackout as part of the nationwide drill, "Operation Abhyaas", in Ajmer, India on May 7, 2025. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nationwide Emergency Simulation Drill In India

A view of Ajmer City during a blackout as part of the nationwide drill, "Operation Abhyaas", in Ajmer, India on May 7, 2025. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nationwide Emergency Simulation Drill In India

A view of Ajmer City during a blackout as part of the nationwide drill, "Operation Abhyaas", in Ajmer, India on May 7, 2025. Photo by ABACAPRESS.COM

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Recap: Huge Blackout Strikes Spain and Portugal

A massive power outage struck Spain, Portugal, and parts of France on Monday, April 28. The blackout, which lasted for more than half a day, affected millions of people, disrupting public transportation, knocking out traffic lights, and triggering panic buying.

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Congress of the European People s Party EPP in Valencia

The president of the PP, Alberto Núñez Feijóo , during the Congress of the European People's Party (EPP), at the Feria de Valencia, on April 29, 2025, in Valencia, Valencian Community (Spain). This Tuesday, April 29, the Congress of the European People's Party (EPP) starts with the absence of the leader of the PP in Spain, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, who has prioritized contacting the regional presidents to analyze the situation caused by the massive blackout in the Peninsula. Photo by Eduardo Manzana/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM