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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Argentina down Dutch in shootout to reach World Cup final

Argentina down Dutch in shootout to reach World Cup final

SAO PAULO, Brazil - The Netherlands' Arjen Robben (C) competes for the ball with Argentina's Martin Demichelis (L) and Ezequiel Garay in the first half of a World Cup semifinal at Arena Corinthians in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on July 9, 2014. Argentina won 4-2 on penalties after a tense 0-0 draw to reach the final.

Argentina beat Mexico 3-1 to face Germany in quarters

Argentina beat Mexico 3-1 to face Germany in quarters

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - Argentina defender Martin Demichelis (2) and Mexico forward Javier Hernandez (14) compete for the ball in a World Cup second round match at Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa, on June 27, 2010. Argentina won 3-1 and will face Germany in the quarterfinals.

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentina defender Martin Demichelis (C) runs after scoring the opening goal in the 77th minute of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010, while Greece Clemente Rodriguez (3) stands near the goal. Argentina became the first team to win all three group matches as they beat Greece 2-0 to top the group.

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentine defender Martin Demichelis (2) celebrates after scoring the opening goal in the 77th minute of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010. Argentina won 2-0, becoming the first team to win all three group matches.

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentine defender Martin Demichelis (2) celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal in the 77th minute of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010. Argentina won 2-0, becoming the first team to win all three group matches.

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentina defender Martin Demichelis heads the ball during the second half of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010. Argentina became the first team to win all three group matches as they beat Greece 2-0 to top the group.

Argentina take on S. Korea in World Cup Group B

Argentina take on S. Korea in World Cup Group B

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - South Korea midfielder Lee Chung Yong (R) beats Argentina defender Martin Demichelis to the ball to score at the end of the first half of their World Cup Group B match at Soccer City in Johannesburg, South Africa, on June 17, 2010.

Argentina beat Mexico 3-1 to face Germany in quarters

Argentina beat Mexico 3-1 to face Germany in quarters

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - Argentina defender Martin Demichelis (2) and Mexico forward Javier Hernandez (14) compete for the ball in a World Cup second round match at Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa, on June 27, 2010. Argentina won 3-1 and will face Germany in the quarterfinals. (Kyodo)

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentina defender Martin Demichelis (C) runs after scoring the opening goal in the 77th minute of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010, while Greece Clemente Rodriguez (3) stands near the goal. Argentina became the first team to win all three group matches as they beat Greece 2-0 to top the group. (Kyodo)

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentine defender Martin Demichelis (2) celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal in the 77th minute of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010. Argentina won 2-0, becoming the first team to win all three group matches. (Kyodo)

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentine defender Martin Demichelis (2) celebrates after scoring the opening goal in the 77th minute of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010. Argentina won 2-0, becoming the first team to win all three group matches. (Kyodo)

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

Argentina make it 3 wins out of 3 as Greece exit

POLOKWANE, South Africa - Argentina defender Martin Demichelis heads the ball during the second half of a World Cup Group B match against Greece at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 22, 2010. Argentina became the first team to win all three group matches as they beat Greece 2-0 to top the group. (Kyodo)

Argentina take on S. Korea in World Cup Group B

Argentina take on S. Korea in World Cup Group B

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - South Korea midfielder Lee Chung Yong (R) beats Argentina defender Martin Demichelis to the ball to score at the end of the first half of their World Cup Group B match at Soccer City in Johannesburg, South Africa, on June 17, 2010. (Kyodo)