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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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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 3

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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Spain: Storm Emilia Causes Severe Flooding in Badalona

Storm Emilia brought heavy rains to Catalonia, causing severe flooding and leaving stranded vehicles in Badalona. The heavy rain also led to the closure of the metro station, and two storm-related deaths were reported in Murcia and A Coruña.

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Mathura Expressway Accident Aftermath - India

Mathura Expressway Accident Aftermath - India

Wreckage of buses are seen after a pileup on Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura district of Indian's northern state of Uttar Pradesh, Dec. 16, 2025. The death toll from Tuesday's multi-vehicle collision has risen to 15, with around 48 people injured, local police confirmed by phone. Up to seven buses and three cars were involved in the pileup amid heavy fog. The collision immediately caused the vehicles to catch fire, resulting in numerous casualties. (Photo by IANS/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Mathura Expressway Accident Aftermath - India

Mathura Expressway Accident Aftermath - India

Wreckage of buses are seen after a multi-vehicle collision on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura district of India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh, Dec. 16, 2025. The death toll from Tuesday's multi-vehicle collision has risen to 15, with around 48 people injured, local police confirmed by phone. Up to seven buses and three cars were involved in the pileup amid heavy fog. The collision immediately caused the vehicles to catch fire, resulting in numerous casualties. (Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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Mathura Expressway Accident Aftermath - India

Mathura Expressway Accident Aftermath - India

Wreckage of buses are seen after a multi-vehicle collision on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura district of India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh, Dec. 16, 2025. The death toll from Tuesday's multi-vehicle collision has risen to 15, with around 48 people injured, local police confirmed by phone. Up to seven buses and three cars were involved in the pileup amid heavy fog. The collision immediately caused the vehicles to catch fire, resulting in numerous casualties. (Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

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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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Spain: Storm Emilia Brings Havoc and Record Rain to Murcia, Prompting Yellow Alert

Storm Emilia caused havoc across Spain's Murcia region, bringing torrential rains and widespread disruption, prompting a yellow weather alert on Monday, December 15. The severe weather prompted the suspension of classes in several municipalities, and record-breaking rainfall totals were reported in Totana.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 2

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: First Major Snow of Season Blankets New York City 2

New York City experienced its first significant snowfall of the season overnight into Sunday, December 14, as snow spread across the Tri-State area. The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

BARKOL, CHINA - DECEMBER 14, 2025 - Workers use ice saws to cut the surface of Gaojia Lake, and then use long hooks to scoop up heavy ice blocks in Barkol, Xinjiang, China on December 14, 2025.

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Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

BARKOL, CHINA - DECEMBER 14, 2025 - Workers use ice saws to cut the surface of Gaojia Lake, and then use long hooks to scoop up heavy ice blocks in Barkol, Xinjiang, China on December 14, 2025.

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Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

BARKOL, CHINA - DECEMBER 14, 2025 - Workers use ice saws to cut the surface of Gaojia Lake, and then use long hooks to scoop up heavy ice blocks in Barkol, Xinjiang, China on December 14, 2025.

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Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

BARKOL, CHINA - DECEMBER 14, 2025 - Workers use ice saws to cut the surface of Gaojia Lake, and then use long hooks to scoop up heavy ice blocks in Barkol, Xinjiang, China on December 14, 2025.

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Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

Ice Collection at Gaojia Lake

BARKOL, CHINA - DECEMBER 14, 2025 - Workers use ice saws to cut the surface of Gaojia Lake, and then use long hooks to scoop up heavy ice blocks in Barkol, Xinjiang, China on December 14, 2025.

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Morocco: Deadly Flash Floods in Safi After Heavy Rainfall, Dozens Killed

Flash floods caused by sudden rainstorms hit the Moroccan coastal town of Safi on Sunday, December 14, resulting in at least 37 deaths, according to local authorities. The fierce downpour also caused significant property damage, affecting around 70 houses and shops in the town. While rescue teams continue to search for other possible victims, the weather service has forecast more heavy rains for Tuesday, December 16, across the country.

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At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

Rescuers from the local security and civil defense department work in a flood-hit area in Safi province, Morocco, on December 14, 2025. At least 41 people were killed in flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in Morocco on Sunday, authorities said on Monday. In the Atlantic coastal province of Safi, local authorities said in a statement that the death toll had risen to 37, with 14 injured people receiving treatment at local hospitals. In the southern province of Tinghir, four people were killed after their vehicle was swept away by strong currents and overturned into a river between the areas of Fezou and El Hafira, local news outlet Hibapress reported. Photo by Saouri Aissa /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

Rescuers from the local security and civil defense department work in a flood-hit area in Safi province, Morocco, on December 14, 2025. At least 41 people were killed in flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in Morocco on Sunday, authorities said on Monday. In the Atlantic coastal province of Safi, local authorities said in a statement that the death toll had risen to 37, with 14 injured people receiving treatment at local hospitals. In the southern province of Tinghir, four people were killed after their vehicle was swept away by strong currents and overturned into a river between the areas of Fezou and El Hafira, local news outlet Hibapress reported. Photo by Saouri Aissa /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

Rescuers from the local security and civil defense department work in a flood-hit area in Safi province, Morocco, on December 14, 2025. At least 41 people were killed in flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in Morocco on Sunday, authorities said on Monday. In the Atlantic coastal province of Safi, local authorities said in a statement that the death toll had risen to 37, with 14 injured people receiving treatment at local hospitals. In the southern province of Tinghir, four people were killed after their vehicle was swept away by strong currents and overturned into a river between the areas of Fezou and El Hafira, local news outlet Hibapress reported. Photo by Saouri Aissa /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

At Least 41 Killed In Flash Floods - Morocco

Rescuers from the local security and civil defense department work in a flood-hit area in Safi province, Morocco, on December 14, 2025. At least 41 people were killed in flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in Morocco on Sunday, authorities said on Monday. In the Atlantic coastal province of Safi, local authorities said in a statement that the death toll had risen to 37, with 14 injured people receiving treatment at local hospitals. In the southern province of Tinghir, four people were killed after their vehicle was swept away by strong currents and overturned into a river between the areas of Fezou and El Hafira, local news outlet Hibapress reported. Photo by Saouri Aissa /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Economy Growth - China

Illustration - Economy Growth - China

Illustration - An aerial drone photo taken on on December 14, 2025 shows the production base of an ocean shipping heavy industry company in Jiangdu high-tech industrial development zone in east China's Jiangsu Province. China's economy has maintained steady momentum in November, creating favorable conditions to achieve the annual growth target, as revealed by the latest economic indicators on Monday. In November, the country's value-added industrial output expanded 4.8 percent year on year. In the first 11 months, the industrial output increased by 6 percent. Photo by Ren Fei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Economy Growth - China

Illustration - Economy Growth - China

Illustration - An aerial drone photo taken on on December 14, 2025 shows the production base of an ocean shipping heavy industry company in Jiangdu high-tech industrial development zone in east China's Jiangsu Province. China's economy has maintained steady momentum in November, creating favorable conditions to achieve the annual growth target, as revealed by the latest economic indicators on Monday. In November, the country's value-added industrial output expanded 4.8 percent year on year. In the first 11 months, the industrial output increased by 6 percent. Photo by Ren Fei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Economy Growth - China

Illustration - Economy Growth - China

Illustration - Workers are seen at a workshop of a heavy industrial equipment company in Jiangdu high-tech industrial development zone in east China's Jiangsu Province, on December 15, 2025. China's economy has maintained steady momentum in November, creating favorable conditions to achieve the annual growth target, as revealed by the latest economic indicators on Monday. In November, the country's value-added industrial output expanded 4.8 percent year on year. In the first 11 months, the industrial output increased by 6 percent. Photo by Ren Fei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: First Major Snow of Season Blankets New York City

New York City experienced its first significant snowfall of the season overnight into Sunday, December 14, as snow spread across the Tri-State area. The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: Thundersnow Captured as Storm Brings Heavy Snow to D.C. Metro

Thundersnow was captured in Catonsville, Maryland as several inches of snow fell across the D.C. metro region on Sunday, December 14.

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US: Record Flooding Wreaks Havoc in Washington, Emergency Status Continues

Days of record-breaking flooding in western and central Washington caused widespread evacuations, emergency rescues, and major infrastructure damage. The state remains under a state of emergency, with evacuation orders still in place for tens of thousands of residents. Footage filmed on Thursday, December 11, shows flooding on Old Snohomish Monroe Road.

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US: Record Flooding Wreaks Havoc in Washington, Emergency Status Continues 2

Days of record-breaking flooding in northern Washington caused widespread evacuations, emergency rescues, and major infrastructure damage. The state remains under a state of emergency, with evacuation orders still in place for tens of thousands of residents. Footage filmed on Tuesday, December 9, shows flooding at Aldarra Fields in Fall City.

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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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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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Canada: Abbotsford Declares Emergency as Atmospheric River Causes Severe Flooding in B.C.

An atmospheric river swept across southern B.C., leading Abbotsford to declare a state of local emergency as hundreds of properties were put on evacuation order. Flooding continued to affect parts of the area, on Friday, December 12, prompting expanded evacuation orders, school closures, the closure of a key stretch of Highway 1.

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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: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 13

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 14

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

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Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and rescue efforts continue after a two-story building collapsed following heavy rainfall in Beit Lahia, Gaza, on December 12, 2025. Medical crews working with limited resources recovered the body of a Palestinian who lost their life in the collapse, while residents assist teams searching for four other family members, including children. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and rescue efforts continue after a two-story building collapsed following heavy rainfall in Beit Lahia, Gaza, on December 12, 2025. Medical crews working with limited resources recovered the body of a Palestinian who lost their life in the collapse, while residents assist teams searching for four other family members, including children. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and rescue efforts continue after a two-story building collapsed following heavy rainfall in Beit Lahia, Gaza, on December 12, 2025. Medical crews working with limited resources recovered the body of a Palestinian who lost their life in the collapse, while residents assist teams searching for four other family members, including children. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps

A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps

Heavy rains in the Gaza Strip, where Israel continues its attacks, caused floods in the tent camps where thousands of people took shelter. December 12, 2025. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and Rescue Efforts Continue After Building Collapse - Gaza

Search and rescue efforts continue after a two-story building collapsed following heavy rainfall in Beit Lahia, Gaza, on December 12, 2025. Medical crews working with limited resources recovered the body of a Palestinian who lost their life in the collapse, while residents assist teams searching for four other family members, including children. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

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