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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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Mexico: 1 Dead as Illegal Fireworks Storage Sparks Explosion in Pesquería

A powerful explosion caused by the illegal storage of pyrotechnics erupted at a home in Pesquería, Nuevo León, Mexico, on Friday, November 28, leaving at least one person dead and several others injured. The blast severely damaged four houses and prompted evacuation of the Los Olmos neighborhood.

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US: Record Rain Hits New York City, Multiple Fatalities Reported 4

A storm caused damage across the Tri-State area, flooding roads and subway stations and toppling trees on Thursday, October 30. In New York City, record-breaking rain submerged streets and subway stations. Two men were found dead in flooded rooms in Manhattan and Brooklyn, respectively, according to reports.

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Spain: Thousands Join National Strike in Solidarity With Palestinians

Thousands across Spain joined a national strike on Tuesday, October 15, to show solidarity with Palestinians and protest what organizers called the “genocide in Gaza.” The 24-hour action, including demonstrations and partial work stoppages, took place in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, just days after the announcement of the first phase of a US-brokered peace plan between Israel and Hamas. Protesters urged an end to violence in Gaza and called on Spain to take a stronger political stance.

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Spain: Thousands Join National Strike in Solidarity With Palestinians 2

Thousands across Spain joined a national strike on Tuesday, October 15, to show solidarity with Palestinians and protest what organizers called the “genocide in Gaza.” The 24-hour action, including demonstrations and partial work stoppages, took place in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, just days after the announcement of the first phase of a US-brokered peace plan between Israel and Hamas. Protesters urged an end to violence in Gaza and called on Spain to take a stronger political stance.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Central Kansas, Governor Declares State of Disaster Emergency

Severe thunderstorms triggered flash flooding across central Kansas on Tuesday, September 9, prompting Governor Laura Kelly to declare a state of disaster emergency. Rainfall totals reached 1–4 inches in most areas, with up to 6 inches recorded near Salina. Floodwaters inundated roads and homes in towns such as Tescott and Brookville, where water reached porch levels and made driving hazardous.

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Italy: Waterspout Spotted off Tortoreto, Teramo

A waterspout was spotted off the coast of Tortoreto, a seaside town in the province of Teramo, Abruzzo region, Southern Italy, on Tuesday, July 29.

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US: Sirens Sound as Hawaii Braces for Tsunami After Russia Quake

Sirens blared at Black Sands Beach on the Big Island as a tsunami warning was issued for Hawaii following a magnitude 8.8 earthquake off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula.

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Canada: Storm Brings Blowing Snow To Parts Of Alberta 3

A snowstorm brought blowing snow to parts of Alberta on Thursday, January 16, creating hazardous road conditions throughout the province.

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Canada: Storm Brings Blowing Snow To Parts Of Alberta 4

A snowstorm brought blowing snow to parts of Alberta on Thursday, January 16, creating hazardous road conditions throughout the province.

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Canada: Storm Brings Blowing Snow To Parts Of Alberta 5

A snowstorm brought blowing snow to parts of Alberta on Thursday, January 16, creating hazardous road conditions throughout the province.

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UK: Storm Bert Brings Heavy Snow To Large Parts Of Country 3

Storm Bert hit the UK on Saturday, November 23, causing power outages to at least 60,000 homes, businesses, and farms, along with disruptions to flights, roads, and railways. Weather warnings for ice, wind, rain, and snow were issued for much of the country.

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US: Chemical Plant Fire Prompts Evacuation In Conyers, Georgia 5

A fire broke out at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, east of Atlanta, Georgia Sunday morning, September 29, sending a huge plume of smoke in the air. The fire prompted orders for nearby residents to evacuate and others to shelter in place.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Canadian Milos Raonic misses a shot during the Japan Open singles final against Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina at Ariake Tennis Forest Park in Tokyo on Oct. 6, 2013. Del Potro defeated Raonic 7-6(5), 7-5 to win the tournament for the first time.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina kisses his trophy after defeating Canadian Milos Raonic in the Japan Open singles final at Ariake Tennis Forest Park in Tokyo on Oct. 6, 2013. Del Potro won the tournament for the first time.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina (R) and Canadian Milos Raonic are pictured after their Japan Open singles final at Ariake Tennis Forest Park in Tokyo on Oct. 6, 2013. Del Potro defeated Raonic 7-6(5), 7-5 to win the tournament for the first time.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina plays against Canadian Milos Raonic in the Japan Open singles final at Ariake Tennis Forest Park in Tokyo on Oct. 6, 2013. Del Potro defeated Raonic 7-6(5), 7-5 to win the tournament for the first time.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina celebrates after defeating Canadian Milos Raonic 7-6(5), 7-5 in the Japan Open singles final at Ariake Tennis Forest Park in Tokyo on Oct. 6, 2013. Del Potro won the tournament for the first time.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Milos Raonic of Canada plays against Ivan Dodig of Croatia in a semifinal match of the Japan Open tennis championships at Ariake Colosseum in Tokyo on Oct. 5, 2013. Raonic won 7-6(4), 6-1 to reach the final with Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina plays against Nicolas Almagro of Spain in a semifinal match of the Japan Open tennis championships at Ariake Colosseum in Tokyo on Oct. 5, 2013. Del Potro won 7-6(7), 7-6(1) to reach the final with Milos Raonic of Canada.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina plays against Alexandr Dolgopolov of Ukraine in a quarterfinal match of the Japan Open tennis championships at Ariake Colosseum in Tokyo on Oct. 4, 2013. Del Potro won 4-6, 6-4, 6-2.

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Japan Open tennis

TOKYO, Japan - Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina hits a backhand return during a second round singles match against compatriot Carlos Berlocq at the Japan Open tennis championships at Ariake Tennis Forest Park in Tokyo on Oct. 2, 2013. Del Potro won 6-2, 6-2 and advanced to the quarterfinals.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia battles Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia battles Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia battles Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina reacts after losing a point to Novak Djokovic of Serbia in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina plays Novak Djokovic of Serbia in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts after defeating Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3 in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Winner Novak Djokovic (L) of Serbia and his opponent Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina are pictured after their men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia battles Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia reacts after defeating Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3 in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina plays Novak Djokovic of Serbia in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis semifinals

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia battles Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a men's semifinal singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 5, 2013. Djokovic won 7-5, 4-6, 7-6, 6-7, 6-3.

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Wimbledon tennis quarterfinals

LONDON, United Kingdom - David Ferrer of Spain reacts after losing a point to Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a quarterfinal men's singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 3, 2013. Del Potro won 6-2, 6-4, 7-6(5).

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Wimbledon tennis quarterfinals

LONDON, United Kingdom - Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina plays against David Ferrer of Spain in a quarterfinal men's singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 3, 2013. Del Potro won 6-2, 6-4, 7-6(5).

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Wimbledon tennis quarterfinals

LONDON, United Kingdom - David Ferrer of Spain plays against Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a quarterfinal men's singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 3, 2013. Del Potro won 6-2, 6-4, 7-6(5).

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Wimbledon tennis quarterfinals

LONDON, United Kingdom - David Ferrer of Spain plays against Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in a quarterfinal men's singles match at the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club in London on July 3, 2013. Del Potro won 6-2, 6-4, 7-6(5).

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Djokovic advances to U.S. Open semis

NEW YORK, United States - Serbia's Novak Djokovic plays a shot during his singles quarterfinal match against Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York on Sept. 6, 2012. Djokovic won 6-2, 7-6(3), 6-4.

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Djokovic advances to U.S. Open semis

NEW YORK, United States - Serbia's Novak Djokovic plays a shot during his singles quarterfinal match against Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York on Sept. 6, 2012. Djokovic won 6-2, 7-6(3), 6-4.

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Djokovic advances to U.S. Open semis

NEW YORK, United States - Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates after beating Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro in his singles quarterfinal match at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York on Sept. 6, 2012. Djokovic won 6-2, 7-6(3), 6-4.

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Del Potro advances to quarterfinals at U.S. Open

NEW YORK, United States - Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina plays a shot during his singles fourth-round match against Andy Roddick of the United States at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York on Sept. 5, 2012. Del Potro won 6-7(1), 7-6(4), 6-2, 6-4, to advance to the quarterfinals.

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Roddick out of U.S. Open

NEW YORK, United States - Andy Roddick of the United States waves to spectators after being defeated by Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in his singles fourth-round match at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York on Sept. 5, 2012. Roddick lost 6-7(1), 7-6(4), 6-2, 6-4. He will retire after the U.S. Open.

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Roddick out of U.S. Open

NEW YORK, United States - Andy Roddick of the United States plays a shot during his singles fourth-round match against Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York on Sept. 5, 2012. Roddick lost 6-7(1), 7-6(4), 6-2, 6-4. He will retire after the U.S. Open.

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Roddick out of U.S. Open

NEW YORK, United States - Andy Roddick of the United States plays a shot during his singles fourth-round match against Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina at the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York on Sept. 5, 2012. Roddick lost 6-7(1), 7-6(4), 6-2, 6-4. He will retire after the U.S. Open.

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Del Potro at U.S. Open

NEW YORK, United States - Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro plays a shot in his first round men's singles match against France's Florent Serra at the U.S. Open championship in New York on Aug. 29, 2012. Del Potro advanced to the second round.

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Japan's Nishikori loses to Argentine Del Potro

LONDON, Britain - Japan's Kei Nishikori (L) shakes hands with Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro after the quarterfinals of the men's singles tennis match at the London Olympics at Wimbledon on Aug. 2, 2012. Nishikori lost 6-4, 7-6(4).

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Japan's Nishikori loses to Argentine Del Potro

LONDON, Britain - Japan's Kei Nishikori plays against Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in the quarterfinals of the men's singles tennis event at the London Olympics at Wimbledon in London on Aug. 2, 2012. Nishikori lost 6-4, 7-6(4).

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Japan's Nishikori loses to Argentine Del Potro

LONDON, Britain - Japan's Kei Nishikori plays against Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in the quarterfinals of the men's singles tennis event at the London Olympics at Wimbledon in London on Aug. 2, 2012. Nishikori lost 6-4, 7-6(4).

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Japan's Nishikori loses to Argentine Del Potro

LONDON, Britain - Japan's Kei Nishikori plays against Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in the quarterfinals of the men's singles tennis event at the London Olympics at Wimbledon in London on Aug. 2, 2012. Nishikori lost 6-4, 7-6(4).