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Chile: Kast Declares Catastrophe in Coquimbo and Huasco Amid Storm

A frontal storm system dropped a month's worth of rainfall on northern Chile, prompting President José Antonio Kast to declare a State of Emergency and Catastrophe for the Coquimbo region and Huasco province on Monday. The storm has left at least five dead, and more than 99,000 people isolated nationwide, Senapred reported Monday, July 20.

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Chile: Kast Declares Catastrophe in Coquimbo and Huasco Amid Storm 2

A frontal storm system dropped a month's worth of rainfall on northern Chile, prompting President José Antonio Kast to declare a State of Emergency and Catastrophe for the Coquimbo region and Huasco province on Monday. The storm has left at least five dead, and more than 99,000 people isolated nationwide, Senapred reported Monday, July 20.

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US: Gold Mountain Fire Continues to Spread Near Ouray With Zero Containment

The Gold Mountain Fire in Ouray County, Colorado, grew to over 21,000 acres with zero containment on Friday, July 3. Evacuation orders remained in place as U.S. 550 north of Ouray was again closed to traffic.

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US: Hawaii’s Kilauea Begins Episode 48 Eruption, Ashfall Advisories Issued

On Monday, June 1, Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island erupted in Episode 48 of an ongoing eruption, setting a record for the most fountaining episodes in a single eruption, according to the USGS. Ashfall advisories were issued for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and surrounding communities, while a sulfur and ash cloud led to some flight cancellations.

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US: Massive Junkyard Fire Breaks Out in Opa-locka, Prompting Evacuations

A massive junkyard fire that broke out on Monday, May 25, in Opa-locka, Florida, continued to smolder on Tuesday, with crews still pouring water on the blaze. The fire spread to six businesses, forced residents to evacuate, and left air quality concerns lingering in the area, though no injuries were reported.

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US: Wall of Dust Engulfs Montana as Powerful Winds Sweep Through

Strong winds swept across Montana on Wednesday, May 13, bringing dangerous dust storms, downed trees, and power outages. In the northeastern part of the state, gusts of over 80 mph created a massive wall of dust and dirt known as a haboob near Havre, forcing highway closures and reducing visibility to near zero in some areas.

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US: Lightning-Sparked Grass Fire Forces Evacuations in Canyon, Texas 2

A grass fire sparked by lightning prompted mandatory evacuations in Canyon, Texas on Thursday, May 14, burning more than 7,000 acres across Randall County. The Hunggate Fire is one of the multiple fires burning in the Texas panhandle.

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South Africa: Violent Storm Sends Ocean Foam Surging Into Victoria Bay

Violent storms battered Victoria Bay near George in South Africa's Western Cape on May 6, sending thick sea foam surging inland and flooding beachfront properties, though no major structural damage was reported.

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Israel: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Floods in Netanya After Intense Cloudburst

An intense cloudburst triggered flash floods along Israel’s central coast on Tuesday, December 23, dumping over 40 millimeters of rain on Netanya in about one hour. The heavy rainfall inundated city streets and forced the temporary closure of several lanes on the highway.

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Nigeria: Four Injured After Gas Tanker Collides With Fuel Tanker in Zaria

Four people were injured Monday morning, August 11, when an LPG tanker collided with an empty fuel tanker on the Zaria-Kaduna Expressway. No fatalities were reported, and the crash cause is under investigation.

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US: Clouds Glow in Lightning Show Over Sunny Isles Beach, Florida

Lightning lit up the sky over Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, on the night of July 21, 2025, creating a dramatic display behind thick clouds. While no visible bolts were seen, the clouds flashed repeatedly as distant lightning illuminated the night sky.

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Philippines: At Least 6 Dead, Thousands Evacuated in Major Flooding

Major flooding hit the Philippines, leaving at least six people dead and several missing and forcing tens of thousands to evacuate from the Metro Manila area as of Tuesday, July 22. This video shows severe flooding in Cainta, Rizal.

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US: Brush Fire Burns 110 Acres at Wetlands Park, Nevada

The Wiesner Fire, a brush fire that broke out at Wetlands Park in Nevada on Tuesday, June 24, has been completely contained after burning 110 acres, officials confirmed Thursday. This video, filmed on Tuesday, shows dark smoke rising from the scene.

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US: Greer Fire Continues to Grow in Arizona, Destroys Structures, Prompts Evacuation

A wildfire has been raging in Greer, eastern Arizona, burning over 9,500 acres as of Thursday, May 15. The blaze prompted the evacuation of nearby residents and destroyed multiple structures.

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US: Stunning Lightning Show in Time-Lapse Across Florida Sky

Florida experienced strong to severe thunderstorms during the Sunday, March 30 afternoon and evening. A visually stunning lightning display illuminated the night sky over Sunny Isles Beach.

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US: Wildfire Breaks Out Near Borger, Texas, Prompting Evacuations

A wildfire erupted near Borger, Texas, in the area of 1559 and Rock Creek, triggering evacuations and road closures. Roughly 6,000 people have been impacted by power outages. The fire has burned 350 acres and is 5% contained as of this writing.

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US: Auto Fire Prompts Evacuation In Ventura, California 4

The Auto Fire erupted in Ventura County, California on Monday, January 13, prompting evacuations.

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US: New York City Sees First Measurable Snow On First Day Of Winter

Winter weather brought snow to the U.S. Northeast on Friday, December 20. Delays were reported at several airports in the region. In New York City, light snow began falling on Friday, marking the first measurable snow on Saturday, the first day of winter.

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Georgia: Protesters Clash With Police Over Suspension Of EU Accession Bid 2

Protesters clashed with police in Tbilisi on Thursday, November 28, as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets surrounding the Georgian Parliament to protest the government's decision to suspend EU accession talks for four years.

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Georgia: Protesters Clash With Police Over Suspension Of EU Accession Bid

Protesters clashed with police in Tbilisi on Thursday, November 28, as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets surrounding the Georgian Parliament to protest the government's decision to suspend EU accession talks for four years.

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US: Evacuation Orders Issued As Airport Fire Grows Rapidly In Orange County, California 2

A fast-moving brush fire dubbed the Airport fire, broke out in Trabuco Canyon in Orange County, Southern California. The blaze grew to burn about 2,000 acres on Monday, September 9, prompting evacuation orders for nearby areas.

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US: Fast-Moving Brush Fire Prompts Evacuation In Hanapepe, Hawaii 3

Residents in Hanapepe in Hawaii's Kauai island were told to evacuate after a brush fire erupted there on Monday, July 15. The fire that started along Hanapepe Moi Road approached the Kaumakani neighborhood, and residents there were told to leave immediately.

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US: Fast-Moving Brush Fire Prompts Evacuation In Hanapepe, Hawaii 2

Residents in Hanapepe in Hawaii's Kauai island were told to evacuate after a brush fire erupted there on Monday, July 15. The fire that started along Hanapepe Moi Road approached the Kaumakani neighborhood, and residents there were told to leave immediately.

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