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Typhoon Matmo Inflicts Strong Gusts And Rainfall - China

This photo taken on October 5, 2025 shows rainfall and waves on waters near downtown area of Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. Typhoon Matmo, the 21st named storm of the 2025 Pacific typhoon season, is intensifying as it nears south China's coastal areas, leading to large-scale evacuations. The island province of Hainan has relocated over 197,000 people from high-risk areas as of Sunday noon, with a typhoon red alert remaining in effect. Photo by Guo Cheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Matmo Inflicts Strong Gusts And Rainfall - China

Staff members remove lane dividers pushed over by strong gusts in a street in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, on October 5, 2025. Typhoon Matmo, the 21st named storm of the 2025 Pacific typhoon season, is intensifying as it nears south China's coastal areas, leading to large-scale evacuations. The island province of Hainan has relocated over 197,000 people from high-risk areas as of Sunday noon, with a typhoon red alert remaining in effect. Photo by Guo Cheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Matmo Inflicts Strong Gusts And Rainfall - China

This photo taken on October 5, 2025 shows high waves in a seashore area of Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. Typhoon Matmo, the 21st named storm of the 2025 Pacific typhoon season, is intensifying as it nears south China's coastal areas, leading to large-scale evacuations. The island province of Hainan has relocated over 197,000 people from high-risk areas as of Sunday noon, with a typhoon red alert remaining in effect. Photo by Guo Cheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Lightning Strikes Near Cars During Typhoon Kajiki in Hainan

Typhoon Kajiki lashed Hainan on August 24. This video captured the terrifying moment a lightning strike hit near passing vehicles on the road, but luckily no one was harmed.

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China: Typhoon Kajiki Darkens Sky Over Sanya Bay, Hainan

On August 25, 2025, dramatic skies were recorded over Sanya Bay in southern China’s Hainan province as Typhoon Kajiki approached. Dark clouds quickly covered the sky, signaling the storm’s strength. Online, many compared it to last year’s typhoon, which left lasting fears. For locals by the sea, typhoons are common, but the power of Kajiki drew wide attention.

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Vietnam: Typhoon Kajiki Batters Central Provinces, Leaving Fatalities and Damage

Typhoon Kajiki made landfall in Vietnam on Monday, August 25, unleashing strong winds and flooding that forced thousands to evacuate. The storm downed trees, damaged properties, and left at least one dead with multiple injuries reported as of writing. This vidoe shows the flooding situation in Hanoi.

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China: Ominous Clouds Captured Near Hainan as Typhoon Wipha Approaches

On July 19, 2025, a resident in Hainan, China, captured the ominous approach of Typhoon Wipha as dark, swirling clouds loomed over the sea. The video showed the typhoon’s outer bands turning the sky gray and turbulent, creating an eerie sense of pressure as the storm neared the coast.

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US: Massive Shelf Cloud Caught on Time-Lapse Video Over Orland Park, Illinois

Severe thunderstorms swept through Chicago on Wednesday, July 16, bringing wind gusts up to 67 mph. The storm caused damage, including downed trees, power outages, and flight disruptions. This video captures a massive shelf cloud looming over the sky in Orland Park.

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China: Typhoon Wutip Darkens Hainan Skies Ahead of Landfall in Hainan

This is the terrifying moment a massive wall of dark clouds engulfed the skies over Hainan as Typhoon Wutip approached southern China. On June 11, 2025, in Hainan, China, video captured thick, menacing clouds rolling in ahead of Typhoon Wutip's landfall. The sky turned eerily dark as the season’s first typhoon neared, creating a heavy, ominous atmosphere. The storm made landfall around 11 p.m. on June 13 along the coast of Dongfang, a city in Hainan, with winds reaching up to 30 meters per second and a central pressure of 980 hPa. Heavy rain swept through southern parts of the island, with some areas experiencing torrential downpours and localized extreme rainfall. According to China National Radio, by June 15, Typhoon Wutip had weakened into a tropical depression after moving inland into Jiangxi Province, and continued to lose strength. The video ends with the storm clouds blanketing the landscape as residents brace for the typhoon’s impact.

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

(250613) -- SANYA, June 13, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Strong winds and rough waves are seen at the Dadonghai sea area in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Zhao Yingquan/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

Staff members clear trees blown down by the typhoon Wutip on a highway in Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

A fishing boat moors to take shelter in the waters near a waterfront square in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

This photo taken on June 13, 2025 shows foam boxes floated on the sea in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

(250613) -- SANYA, June 13, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Strong winds and rough waves are seen at the Dadonghai sea area in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Zhao Yingquan/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

Fishing boats moor to take shelter in the waters near a waterfront square in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

This photo taken on June 13, 2025 shows a waterfront square in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

Fishing boats moor to take shelter in the waters near a waterfront square in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

A resident rides in the typhoon in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

A fishing boat moors to take shelter in the waters near a waterfront square in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

This photo taken on June 13, 2025 shows a branch blown down onto a waterfront square in Yinggehai Town, Ledong Li Autonomous County, south China's Hainan Province. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Yang Guanyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Haikou Gripped by Powerful Storm, Strong Winds Move Everything

On April 28, 2025, in Haikou, Hainan, the video showed the moment the city was engulfed by the violent storm. Dark, swirling clouds filled the sky as strong winds swept through, causing chaos and panic among the residents. The video captured trees bending under the gusts and debris flying, highlighting the storm's intensity on that frightful day. The storm eventually subsided without any reported fatalities, but left significant material damage in its wake.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow Prompts State Of Emergency Declarations In Northeast Ohio

Lake-effect snow buried northern parts of the U.S. over the weekend, bringing below-freezing temperatures. Much of Ohio experienced several inches of snowfall, leading to snow warnings across the region. Following a severe winter storm on Sunday, December 1, a state of emergency was declared in several northeastern counties.

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Vietnam: Super Typhoon Yagi Approaches, Bringing Heavy Rains To Hanoi 2

Super Typhoon Yagi made landfall in the coastal area of Wenchang City, Hainan, China, on Friday, September 6. Yagi was expected to make landfall in Vietnam on Saturday, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to Hanoi and surrounding areas as the storm approached.

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Vietnam: Super Typhoon Yagi Approaches Northern Region With Heavy Rains

Super Typhoon Yagi made landfall in the coastal area of Wenchang City, Hainan, China, on Friday, September 6. Yagi was expected to make landfall in Vietnam on Saturday, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to Hanoi and surrounding areas as the storm approached.

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China: Torrential Rain Causes Severe Flooding In Haikou, Hainan

Intense torrential rain struck Haikou, Hainan on May 17 causing severe flooding across the city. The video shows streets turning into rivers and vehicles soaked in deep water. Ms. Wu captured the moment when a bus was slowly navigating through the accumulated water, resembling a ship on the surface.

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US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 3

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This video shows a huge shelf cloud approaching Dickinson County.

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US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 4

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This dashcam video shows a huge shelf cloud approaching Dickinson County.

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China: Ferocious Winds Lash Sanya During Severe Storm

Some areas of Sanya in Hainan were hit by severe storms that brought strong winds and caused significant damage last March 29. The Provincial Meteorological Observatory warned of high occurrence of severe convective weather, reminding Hainan locals to be vigilant against disasters such as hailstorms, thunderstorms, strong winds, intense lightning, short-term heavy rainfall, and tornadoes.

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People walk in rain in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, July 17, 2023. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on July 17, 2023 shows waves near Baishamen Beach in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Fan Yuqing)

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on July 17, 2023 shows waves along the coast in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Booths at a market have been removed because of Typhoon Talim in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, July 17, 2023. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Fan Yuqing)

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Vehicles pass on a waterlogged road in Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province, July 17, 2023. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Pu Xiaoxu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on July 17, 2023 shows waves along the coast in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on July 17, 2023 shows waves along the coast in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu)

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CHINA-HAINAN-TYPHOON TALIM (CN)

(230718) -- HAIKOU, July 18, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A man rides a motorcycle in rain in Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province, July 17, 2023. South China's island province of Hainan resumed the operation of flights and the Hainan Roundabout Railway on Tuesday, as Typhoon Talim, the fourth this year, weakened to the level of a tropical storm, said local authorities on Tuesday. (Xinhua/Pu Xiaoxu)