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.

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - Director of the Prestige educational complex Zhanna Vinnchenko presents Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Ukraine Martin Oberg with a gift during his visit to the underground school, Balabyne village, Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Ukraine Martin Oberg (2nd R) holds a drawing of the Ukrainian coat of arms presented to him by the students of the underground school, Balabyne village, Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - Girls take pictures with professional cameras during the visit of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Ukraine Martin Oberg and Head of Zaporizhzhia RMA Ivan Fedorov to the underground school, Balabyne village, Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Ukraine Martin Oberg is seen during his visit to the underground school, Balabyne village, Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - Head of Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration Ivan Fedorov (L) and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Ukraine Martin Oberg talk to the press during their visit to the underground school, Balabyne village, Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Ukraine Martin Oberg is seen during his visit to the underground school, Balabyne village, Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

Another underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia region

ZAPORIZHZHIA REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Ukraine Martin Oberg talks to the press during his visit to the underground school, Balabyne village, Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine

IBU World Cup Biathlon - Kontiolahti, Finland

IBU World Cup Biathlon - Kontiolahti, Finland

Third placed Team Sweden Martin Ponsiluoma (L), Jesper Nelin, Elvira Öberg and Anna Magnusson celebrate after the IBU World Cup mixed relay (2xW + 2xM) Biathlon in Kontiolahti, Finland, on November 30, 2024. LEHTIKUVA / MINNA RAITAVUO - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Minna Raitavuo/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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.