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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists visit the Senate Square in front of the Helsinki Cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists visit the Senate Square in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists visit the Helsinki Cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists visit the Senate Square in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists visit the Senate Square in front of the Helsinki Cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists are seen in front of the Helsinki Cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists visit the Senate Square in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists carry their luggage on the steps of the Helsinki Cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Cold weather in Helsinki

Cold weather in Helsinki

Tourists take pictures in front of the Helsinki Cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, on a cold winter day on January 9, 2026. Temperatures across the country have been freezing at the beginning of the year. - ANTTI AIMO-KOIVISTO / LEHTIKUVA - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES.(Credit:Antti Aimo-Koivisto/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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China: Perfectly Round Ice Disk Forms Over Barrel Opening in Winter Cold

A man in China’s Sichuan Province discovered a perfectly round, giant ice disk sealing the opening of a large barrel on Tuesday, December 23. The barrel had been left outdoors overnight, causing the surface to freeze into a thick and smooth circular ice sheet.

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Winter weather

Winter weather

05.01.2026, Karepa. Winter has brought freezing tempratures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Winter weather

Winter weather

05.01.2026, Karepa. Winter has brought freezing tempratures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Winter weather

Winter weather

05.01.2026, Karepa. Winter has brought freezing tempratures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Valaste Falls

Valaste Falls

02.01.2026, Valaste. Valaste Falls in Ida-Viru County has become an icy winter wonderland thanks to the recent freezing temperatures. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja.

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Canada: Blizzard Conditions in Ontario as Winter Storms Continue 2

Dangerous snow squalls and sub-zero temperatures continued to lash Ontario and Quebec on Tuesday, December 30, after high winds and freezing rain left tens of thousands without power a day earlier. Environment Canada issued widespread weather warnings from eastern Ontario to the Atlantic region, as blowing snow caused hazardous road conditions and travel delays.

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Canada: Blizzard Conditions in Ontario as Winter Storms Continue

Dangerous snow squalls and sub-zero temperatures continued to lash Ontario and Quebec on Tuesday, December 30, after high winds and freezing rain left tens of thousands without power a day earlier. Environment Canada issued widespread weather warnings from eastern Ontario to the Atlantic region, as blowing snow caused hazardous road conditions and travel delays

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US: New Jersey Declares State of Emergency Amid Severe Winter Storm

A powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. New Jersey has declared a State of Emergency due to a severe winter storm causing dangerous weather conditions, including heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain.

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China: Vehicles Stranded in Xinjiang Amid Heavy Snow and Strong Winds

On December 12, 2025, heavy snow and strong winds left several vehicles stranded on icy roads in Xinjiang, China, after which rescue teams worked overnight to clear the area.

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China: Dog Pulled to Safety After Falling Into Freezing Lake in Lanzhou

A video from December 13, 2025, in Lanzhou, Gansu, shows a man rescuing a dog trapped in a freezing lake. The dog struggled in the icy water as the man repeatedly threw a lifebuoy from the shore, adjusting his aim each time. The rescue ended successfully when the dog grabbed the lifebuoy and was pulled safely onto land, shaken but alive.

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China: Student Climbs Into Campus Sewer to Rescue Trapped Dog in Hunan

A video from November 20, 2025, in Changde, Hunan, shows a Chinese student climbing into a narrow campus sewer to rescue a dog trapped inside. In freezing weather, the student squeezed into the cramped space while others used flashlights and tools to help guide the dog. After hours of effort, the dog was safely pulled out around 11 p.m., as students cheered and wrapped it in a warm jacket.

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China: Women Blown Over by Fierce Blizzard in Inner Mongolia

On November 22, 2025, footage captured two women struggling against powerful gusts and heavy snow, with one of them being blown to the ground by a sudden blast of wind in Inner Mongolia. The cold was so severe that their phone reportedly shut off within minutes from freezing temperatures.

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China: Dramatic Ice Rescue Saves Man from Freezing Lake in Liaoning

A video from December 7, 2025, in Fushun, Liaoning, shows residents rescuing a young man who fell through thin ice into freezing water. One man carefully crawled across the ice to pass him a rope, and with help from others, they pulled him to safety as onlookers watched anxiously.

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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: 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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Spain: Snow, Fog and Freezing Temps Hit Sierra de Madrid

Snowfall continued across the Sierra de Madrid on Wednesday, December 3, with Aemet maintaining a yellow alert for up to 5 cm of snow above 1,100 meters. Cloudy skies, fog, and light morning showers were reported, while temperatures stayed near freezing in higher areas.

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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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China: Man Warms Freezing Kingfisher Back to Flight in Xinjiang

On December 10, 2022, in Xinjiang, northwestern China, a kingfisher was rescued after clinging to a pipe in freezing weather. The filmer warmed it in his hands until it regained strength and flew away, a moment that touched many online.

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Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Bryce Canyon is a National Park located in the southwestern United States of Utah. Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geological rock formations. The combined forces of freezing and thawing slowly erode the limestone and sandstone formations, forming hoodoos.USA on August 15, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Bryce Canyon is a National Park located in the southwestern United States of Utah. Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geological rock formations. The combined forces of freezing and thawing slowly erode the limestone and sandstone formations, forming hoodoos.USA on August 15, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Bryce Canyon is a National Park located in the southwestern United States of Utah. Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geological rock formations. The combined forces of freezing and thawing slowly erode the limestone and sandstone formations, forming hoodoos.USA on August 15, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Bryce Canyon is a National Park located in the southwestern United States of Utah. Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geological rock formations. The combined forces of freezing and thawing slowly erode the limestone and sandstone formations, forming hoodoos.USA on August 15, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Bryce Canyon is a National Park located in the southwestern United States of Utah. Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geological rock formations. The combined forces of freezing and thawing slowly erode the limestone and sandstone formations, forming hoodoos.USA on August 15, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Bryce Canyon is a National Park located in the southwestern United States of Utah. Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geological rock formations. The combined forces of freezing and thawing slowly erode the limestone and sandstone formations, forming hoodoos.USA on August 15, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Illustration - Bryce Canyon is a National Park - USA

Bryce Canyon is a National Park located in the southwestern United States of Utah. Bryce Canyon is famous for its unique geological rock formations. The combined forces of freezing and thawing slowly erode the limestone and sandstone formations, forming hoodoos.USA on August 15, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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