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Spain: Atlantic Front Brings Heavy Rainfall and Drop in Temperatures, Some Areas See Snow

While the severe weather alerts in the Mediterranean have eased, heavy rain persists on Wednesday, December 17, in the Valencian Community, the Balearic Islands, and coastal Catalonia. A new Atlantic front is set to approach Spain, bringing a significant drop in temperatures and a fresh round of widespread rainfall. This shift will also lower the snow level to approximately 1,000 meters, signaling a transition to colder, more wintry conditions for much of the country.

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Japan: Low-Pressure System Brings Blizzard Conditions to Hokkaido, Knocking Donw Trees

A rapidly developing low-pressure system moved through Hokkaido on Monday, December 15, bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions that have caused widespread havoc and left up to 36,000 homes without power. The severe winter storm resulted in collapsed roofs, downed trees, power lines and school fences, stranded cars, and major train cancellations.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow Dumps Inches on Northeast Ohio, Temperatures Plunge

Lake-Effect snow continued to fall across northeast Ohio on Monday, December 15, bringing inches of snow and low temperatures.

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US: Icy Roads After Snowfall Across Pennsylvania, Hazardous Travel Issued

The snow that fell Saturday night into Sunday, December 14, in central Pennsylvania partially thawed during the day but refroze as temperatures dropped in the afternoon and evening. Due to the resulting possibility of hazardous travel on Sunday night, December 14 and Monday morning, December 15, there is a possibility that classes in central Pa. could be delayed by one or two hours.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - Extreme ice and fog weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - A tourist is playing in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - Snow carvers carve snow sculptures in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - A sanitation worker clears snow on roads in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - Snow carvers carve snow sculptures in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - A sanitation worker clears snow on roads in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - Extreme ice and fog weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - Snow carvers carve snow sculptures in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - Sanitation workers clear snow on roads in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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US: Snowstorm Brings Heavy Snow to D.C. Metro Area

Several inches of snow fell across the D.C. metro region on Sunday, December 14. In western Maryland, 10 inches of snow was reported.

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US: Parts of Kentucky Declare Snow Emergency Amid Severe Weather

Parts of Kentucky issued a snow emergency on Thursday night, December 11, as snowstorms moved through the area, prompting closures or delays for businesses and attractions.

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian child stands along a paved road near tent shelters at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Palestinians walk between tents on muddy ground during a rainy day at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian woman stands with a child beside a tent shelter at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Tent shelters housing internally displaced Palestinians stretch across an encampment on a rainy day at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A general view shows tents set up near piles of rubble at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Tent shelters housing internally displaced Palestinians stretch across an encampment on a rainy day at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Palestinian children play as men using crutches stand near tent shelters at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian man carries a child as he walks past tent shelters at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A displaced Palestinian child stands on muddy ground between tent shelters during a rainy day at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Palestinian children stand outside a tent shelter at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian man carries a mattress while walking along the seafront near a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall Strands 750 Passengers at Hokkaido New Chitose Airport

Approximately 750 passengers were stranded and spent the night at New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido on Friday, December 12, as heavy snowfall swept through the area, causing 183 flight cancellations, including four international flights.

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US: Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow on Pennsylvania

A winter storm brought heavy snow to parts of Pennsylvania on Thursday, December 11, with winter weather advisories and a warning remaining in effect for multiple counties.

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US: First Alert Weather Day as Another Round of Snow Hits Virginia

Another round of snow hit Virginia, and authorities upgraded the forecast, designating Monday, December 8, as a "First Alert Weather Day" due to potential travel disruptions.

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US: Roads Become Hazardous After Morning Snow Hits Across Kentucky

Early Monday morning, December 8, Kentucky roads became hazardous due to a mixture of snow and freezing rain. A Winter Weather Advisory has been expanded slightly westward and remains in effect until 1 PM, covering areas northeast of a line from Harlan to Estill County, including the I-64 and Mountain Parkway corridors. Motorists should expect slick conditions ahead of another winter system expected later this week.

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US: Snow Falls in Western North Carolina as Arctic Air Deepens

Light snow was seen in Haywood County in western North Carolina early Monday morning, December 8, as the state braces for more wintry weather with arctic air continuing to move in after a cold first week of December.

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US: Cold Front Sweeps Through Illinois, Causing Travel Disruptions

A cold front rolled through Illinois on Wednesday, December 3, bringing heavy snow, causing travel issues that included a ground stop for over an hour at Chicago's O'Hare Airport.

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US: Snow Accumulates Across Kansas as Ferrets Enjoy First Snowfall

Ferrets enjoyed the first snow of the season in Perry, Kansas, as snow accumulated across much of the state.

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US: Fast-Moving Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow to Iowa

A fast-moving winter storm delivered heavy snow and dangerous travel conditions to Iowa, prompting a Winter Storm Warning for most of the state on Saturday, December 6. The storm system affected the Midwest region, putting approximately 20 million people under winter weather alerts.

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US: Thanksgiving Winter Storm Brings Snow and Cold to Twin Cities

A winter storm swept through Minnesota, bringing snow, slick roads and cold temperatures to Twin Cities over Thanksgiving weekend.

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US: First Snowfall Hits Kansas City, Prompting Winter Weather Advisory

The first snow of the season hit the Kansas City metro area on Monday, December 1, prompting a Winter Weather Advisory. The heavy snowfall resulted in slick roads, caused several school closures, and left roadways covered with multiple inches of snow.

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France: Paris Area Sees Snow After Storm, Driving Restrictions Stay in Place 2

Paris and surrounding areas woke up to several centimeters of snow on Sunday, November 23. Météo France lifted the related orange alert, though speed limits and driving restrictions remained in effect.

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France: Paris Area Sees Snow After Storm, Driving Restrictions Stay in Place

Paris and surrounding areas woke up to several centimeters of snow on Sunday, November 23. Météo France lifted the related orange alert, though speed limits and driving restrictions remained in effect.

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France: Southeastern Regions on Yellow Alert for Snow and Ice

Fifty departments in southeastern France, including Isère, Savoie, Haute-Savoie and Ain, were under a yellow alert on November 20 due to snowfall, icy roads, and sharp cooling.

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Spain: First Snowfall in 11 Northern and Central Mountainous Regions 3

The arrival of a mass of Arctic air, associated with Storm Claudia, has triggered the first serious winter episode in the north of the Iberian Peninsula on Thursday, November 20, bringing snowfall to unusually low altitudes for November and sub-zero temperatures inland. Official warnings cover much of the northern third of Spain. Specifically, the Picos de Europa region is under an orange alert until 6 a.m. Friday, November 21, where snowfall is expected to reach 30 centimeters in 24 hours at altitudes above 900 meters.

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Spain: Freezing Temperatures Hit Spain, Causing Cars to Ice Over

An arctic air mass associated with Storm Claudia moved over Spain on Wednesday, November 19, bringing freezing weather and heavy snowfall. AEMET issued an orange alert for the northern region. Video shows ice forming on a car windshield due to the cold weather.

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Spain: First Snowfall in 11 Northern and Central Mountainous Regions 2

The arrival of a mass of Arctic air, associated with Storm Claudia, has triggered the first serious winter episode in the north of the Iberian Peninsula on Thursday, November 20, bringing snowfall to unusually low altitudes for November and sub-zero temperatures inland. Official warnings cover much of the northern third of Spain. Specifically, the Picos de Europa region is under an orange alert until 6 a.m. Friday, November 21, where snowfall is expected to reach 30 centimeters in 24 hours at altitudes above 900 meters.

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Spain: First Snowfall in 11 Northern and Central Mountainous Regions

The arrival of a mass of Arctic air, associated with Storm Claudia, has triggered the first serious winter episode in the north of the Iberian Peninsula on Thursday, November 20, bringing snowfall to unusually low altitudes for November and sub-zero temperatures inland. Official warnings cover much of the northern third of Spain. Specifically, the Picos de Europa region is under an orange alert until 6 a.m. Friday, November 21, where snowfall is expected to reach 30 centimeters in 24 hours at altitudes above 900 meters.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Arctic Air Arrives 9

Snow has arrived across much of the UK, from London to Scotland, on Wednesday, November 19, as Arctic air sweeps in. Londoners saw light flurries, while deeper snow covered areas including Yorkshire, County Durham, Northumberland, and the Lake District. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings: amber for heavy snow in parts of Yorkshire and yellow for snow and ice across Northern Ireland, Wales, northern and central England, and Scotland.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Arctic Air Arrives 8

Snow has arrived across much of the UK, from London to Scotland, on Wednesday, November 19, as Arctic air sweeps in. Londoners saw light flurries, while deeper snow covered areas including Yorkshire, County Durham, Northumberland, and the Lake District. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings: amber for heavy snow in parts of Yorkshire and yellow for snow and ice across Northern Ireland, Wales, northern and central England, and Scotland.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Arctic Air Arrives 6

Snow has arrived across much of the UK, from London to Scotland, on Wednesday, November 19, as Arctic air sweeps in. Londoners saw light flurries, while deeper snow covered areas including Yorkshire, County Durham, Northumberland, and the Lake District. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings: amber for heavy snow in parts of Yorkshire and yellow for snow and ice across Northern Ireland, Wales, northern and central England, and Scotland.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Arctic Air Arrives 7

Snow has arrived across much of the UK, from London to Scotland, on Wednesday, November 19, as Arctic air sweeps in. Londoners saw light flurries, while deeper snow covered areas including Yorkshire, County Durham, Northumberland, and the Lake District. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings: amber for heavy snow in parts of Yorkshire and yellow for snow and ice across Northern Ireland, Wales, northern and central England, and Scotland.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Arctic Air Arrives 5

Snow has arrived across much of the UK, from London to Scotland, on Wednesday, November 19, as Arctic air sweeps in. Londoners saw light flurries, while deeper snow covered areas including Yorkshire, County Durham, Northumberland, and the Lake District. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings: amber for heavy snow in parts of Yorkshire and yellow for snow and ice across Northern Ireland, Wales, northern and central England, and Scotland.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Arctic Air Arrives 4

Snow has arrived across much of the UK, from London to Scotland, on Wednesday, November 19, as Arctic air sweeps in. Londoners saw light flurries, while deeper snow covered areas including Yorkshire, County Durham, Northumberland, and the Lake District. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings: amber for heavy snow in parts of Yorkshire and yellow for snow and ice across Northern Ireland, Wales, northern and central England, and Scotland.

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UK: Snow Blankets Country as Arctic Air Arrives 3

Snow has arrived across much of the UK, from London to Scotland, on Wednesday, November 19, as Arctic air sweeps in. Londoners saw light flurries, while deeper snow covered areas including Yorkshire, County Durham, Northumberland, and the Lake District. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings: amber for heavy snow in parts of Yorkshire and yellow for snow and ice across Northern Ireland, Wales, northern and central England, and Scotland.

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