Spain: Wildfire Forces Evacuation of El Saler Village, Valencia

A wildfire broke out in the Devesa de El Saler, within Valencia's Albufera Natural Park, on Thursday afternoon, August 27, forcing the evacuation of El Saler village.

UK: Funnel Cloud Spotted in Redbourn, Hertfordshire

A funnel cloud was spotted in Redbourn, Hertfordshire on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 8

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 7

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 6

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 4

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 5

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 2

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

Japan: Record Rainfall Triggers Flooding, Landslides in Toyama, Ishikawa 3

Record-breaking rainfall triggered river flooding and landslides in Japan's Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, along the Sea of Japan coast, on Thursday, August 27.

China: Shepherd Dog Instinctively Protects Its Flock on Grassland

A shepherd dog was filmed guarding a flock of sheep grazing on the grasslands of Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, on August 7, 2026. Video shows the dog sprinting past the flock and herding them without any visible human commands, showcasing its natural instinct to protect the animals.

Spain: Lightning-Sparked Fire in Castellón Forces Evacuation of Gátova

A wildfire that broke out in Segorbe, Castellón province, on Thursday, August 20, has burned around 630 hectares, forcing the evacuation of nearly 1,000 people from Gátova. The fire started when lightning struck during a dry storm, spreading toward the Sierra Calderona Natural Park. The fire was declared stabilized on Sunday.

Chile: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Iquique

Heavy rain hit northern Chile, triggering flooding in Iquique, Tarapacá on Tuesday, August 18.

US: Storage Tanks Ignite at Oklahoma Pipeline Facility After Suspected Lightning Strike 4

A fire broke out at the Explorer Pipeline facility in Glenpool, Oklahoma, Monday morning, August 17, after a suspected lightning strike ignited tanks containing natural gasoline, prompting evacuations and school shelter-in-place orders. The blaze, which began around 8:34 a.m. in one tank before spreading to three, was extinguished by Monday afternoon after nearly 50 personnel responded, though crews continued applying foam overnight to prevent reignition. No injuries were reported. Nearby schools, businesses and homes were evacuated as a precaution, with authorities directing traffic to alternate routes around the area.

US: Storage Tanks Ignite at Oklahoma Pipeline Facility After Suspected Lightning Strike 3

A fire broke out at the Explorer Pipeline facility in Glenpool, Oklahoma, Monday morning, August 17, after a suspected lightning strike ignited tanks containing natural gasoline, prompting evacuations and school shelter-in-place orders. The blaze, which began around 8:34 a.m. in one tank before spreading to three, was extinguished by Monday afternoon after nearly 50 personnel responded, though crews continued applying foam overnight to prevent reignition. No injuries were reported. Nearby schools, businesses and homes were evacuated as a precaution, with authorities directing traffic to alternate routes around the area.

Japan: Landslide Cleanup After Record Rainfall in Chiba

Record-breaking heavy rainfall caused widespread train suspensions, leaving more than 10,000 people stranded across Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13. This video shows the cleanup effort following a landslide triggered by the severe weather.

US: Storage Tanks Ignite at Oklahoma Pipeline Facility After Suspected Lightning Strike 2

A fire broke out at the Explorer Pipeline facility in Glenpool, Oklahoma, Monday morning, August 17, after a suspected lightning strike ignited tanks containing natural gasoline, prompting evacuations and school shelter-in-place orders. The blaze, which began around 8:34 a.m. in one tank before spreading to three, was extinguished by Monday afternoon after nearly 50 personnel responded, though crews continued applying foam overnight to prevent reignition. No injuries were reported. Nearby schools, businesses and homes were evacuated as a precaution, with authorities directing traffic to alternate routes around the area.

US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 6

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

Philippines: Monsoon Floods Submerge Manila Homes, Roads

Floodwaters submerged homes and roads across Manila on Monday as the southwest monsoon, locally known as "Habagat," brought heavy rain to the Philippines' northern island of Luzon, with some homes inundated up to the second floor.

Japan: Record Rainfall Strands Thousands at Soga Station in Chiba 2

Record-breaking heavy rainfall caused widespread train suspensions, leaving more than 10,000 people stranded across Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13. Around Soga Station, floodwaters rose to waist height, forcing about 4,000 people to spend the night at the station until morning.

US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 3

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 2

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

Japan: Record Rainfall Strands Thousands at Soga Station in Chiba

Record-breaking heavy rainfall caused widespread train suspensions, leaving more than 10,000 people stranded across Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13. Around Soga Station, floodwaters rose to waist height, forcing about 4,000 people to spend the night at the station until morning.

Japan: Floodwaters Pour Into Chiba Station Building Basement After Record Rainfall

Record rainfall hit the greater Tokyo area on Thursday, August 13, triggering significant flooding in Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo. Many people were stranded at stations as waters reached waist level, causing train disruptions while vehicles were stuck in floodwaters. Videos posted on social media show floodwaters pouring down stairs and escalators into the basement of a shopping complex at Chiba Station.

US: Tornado Leaves Trail of Destruction in Wisconsin 3

A tornado tore through Menasha, Appleton and Neenah, Wisconsin, on Monday, July 27, destroying homes and businesses, uprooting trees and cutting power to thousands. The National Weather Service confirmed Tuesday that the tornado, which struck Menasha, was an EF-3.

Japan: Earthquake Sparks Deadly Mall Explosion in Kumamoto 2

A massive earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan on Tuesday, forcing nearly 9,000 residents to evacuate. The quake also triggered a large explosion at a shopping mall in the town of Kashima, tearing through the building and killing at least four people. This video shows ash covering roads near Kashima. The video owner said a loud explosion was heard, causing the car to shake, while heavy ash filled the air and made it difficult to see ahead.

Japan: Deadly Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Leaves Widespread Damage

A massive earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan on Tuesday, killing at least 13 people and forcing nearly 9,000 residents to evacuate. The quake left extensive damage to structures and roads, and also triggered a large explosion at a shopping mall in the town of Kashima, tearing through the building and killing at least four people.

Japan: Earthquake Sparks Deadly Mall Explosion in Kumamoto

A massive earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan on Tuesday, forcing nearly 9,000 residents to evacuate. The quake also triggered a large explosion at a shopping mall in the town of Kashima, tearing through the building and killing at least four people. The footage shows smoke rising from the building as the filmer claims, "I was waiting in the parking lot to calm down, but suddenly I heard what sounded like an explosion from the Aeon Mall, and smoke started coming out."

US: Tornado Leaves Trail of Destruction in Wisconsin 2

A tornado tore through Menasha and Appleton, Wisconsin, on Monday afternoon, July 27, destroying homes, uprooting trees and cutting power to thousands.

Japan: Strong Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Shaking Felt Across Kyushu 6

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, on Tuesday, July 28, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. Strong shaking was felt in neighboring prefectures including Fukuoka, Kagoshima, and Saga.

Japan: Costco Parking Lot Ground Collapses in Kumamoto After Earthquake

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, on Tuesday, July 28, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. Strong shaking was felt in neighboring prefectures including Fukuoka, Kagoshima, and Saga. This video shows caved-in ground in the parking lot of a Costco store in Kamimashiki District, Kumamoto Prefecture.

Japan: Strong Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Shaking Felt Across Kyushu 5

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, on Tuesday, July 28, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. Strong shaking was felt in neighboring prefectures including Fukuoka, Kagoshima, and Saga.

Japan: Strong Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Shaking Felt Across Kyushu 3

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, on Tuesday, July 28, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. Strong shaking was felt in neighboring prefectures including Fukuoka, Kagoshima, and Saga.

US: Tornado Leaves Trail of Destruction in Wisconsin

A tornado tore through Menasha and Appleton, Wisconsin, on Monday afternoon, July 27, destroying homes, uprooting trees and cutting power to thousands.

US: Drone Video Captures Tornado Damage in Menasha, Wisconsin

A tornado tore through Menasha and Appleton, Wisconsin, on Monday afternoon, July 27, destroying homes, uprooting trees and cutting power to thousands. The drone footage shows extensive damage in Menasha.

US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 6

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Two people died on Tuesday night, Morrisey's office confirmed on Thursday. Search and rescue efforts, including by the National Guard, continued across several communities.

US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 4

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Two people died on Tuesday night, Morrisey's office confirmed on Thursday. Search and rescue efforts, including by the National Guard, continued across several communities.

US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 5

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Two people died on Tuesday night, Morrisey's office confirmed on Thursday. Search and rescue efforts, including by the National Guard, continued across several communities.

US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 3

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Search and rescue operations continued Wednesday in the hardest-hit areas, including Upshur, Lewis, and Pleasants counties, with hundreds of National Guard members deployed and at least 85 rescues carried out, though officials said no fatalities had been confirmed.

US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency 2

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Search and rescue operations continued Wednesday in the hardest-hit areas, including Upshur, Lewis, and Pleasants counties, with hundreds of National Guard members deployed and at least 85 rescues carried out, though officials said no fatalities had been confirmed.

Switzerland: Colorful Rainbow Circle Forms Around Man’s Head Shadow

A man pushing his bicycle along a mountain road in Switzerland on July 17, 2026, discovered a colorful halo forming around the shadow of his head as sunlight cast it onto the misty ground ahead. The glowing, multi-banded ring appeared to follow him as he continued walking, remaining centered around his head's shadow throughout the video.

US: West Virginia Flash Floods Trigger Rescues, State of Emergency

Torrential rains caused flash flooding across West Virginia on Tuesday, July 21, inundating homes and businesses, washing out bridges and roads, and triggering numerous water rescues, with Gov. Patrick Morrisey declaring a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Search and rescue operations continued Wednesday in the hardest-hit areas, including Upshur, Lewis, and Pleasants counties, with hundreds of National Guard members deployed and at least 85 rescues carried out, though officials said no fatalities had been confirmed.

China: Sky Rapidly Darkens as Storm Clouds Roll In Over Hunan

A massive wall of dark storm clouds rolled rapidly over Tianyuan District, Zhuzhou, Hunan, on July 8, 2026, causing daylight to fade suddenly over a busy intersection. Traffic continued below, seemingly unaware of the dramatic, fast-approaching storm overhead.

US: Flash Floods Kill One, Force 350 Rescues in Southeast Missouri

More than 350 people were rescued from flash flooding in southeast Missouri as of Saturday morning, after more than 12 inches of rain fell Thursday night into Friday, causing building collapses and prompting a helicopter evacuation of 202 children and counselors stranded at Camp Taum Sauk. A 23-year-old woman was found dead in Crawford County after being swept away from her home early Friday, while the Black River at Annapolis rose to nearly 29 feet, breaking a 1993 flood record.

US: Aspen Acres Fire Tops 50,000 Acres in Southern Colorado

The Aspen Acres fire in Pueblo and Custer counties, Colorado, has burned more than 50,000 acres with zero containment as of Thursday, July 2, prompting the evacuation of about 750 households and forcing officials to cancel outdoor activities in Pueblo due to heavy smoke. Footage shot roughly seven miles west of Beulah, a town now completely surrounded by flames, shows thick smoke bearing down on the area.

Venezuela: Candilazo Phenomenon Turns Sky Red Days After Twin Quakes

Days after powerful twin earthquakes battered the country, residents of Venezuela witnessed the sky turn a deep crimson red at sunset on Tuesday, June 30, with videos of the phenomenon spreading rapidly on social media and fueling speculation of a link to the recent seismic activity. Atmospheric scientists said the display, known locally as a candilazo, was a well-understood optical phenomenon caused by sunlight interacting with airborne particles, rather than evidence of "earthquake lights" or other seismic-related causes.

China: Mother Shields Child With Her Body as Earthquake Hits Sichuan

On June 29, 2026, in Yibin, Sichuan, a mother instinctively threw herself over her child the moment a 5.5-magnitude earthquake began shaking their home. The father, who was nearby, immediately reached over to shield them both as the tremor continued.

China: Surveillance Footage Shows Home Shaking During 5.5 Earthquake in Sichuan

On June 29, 2026, surveillance footage from Yibin, Sichuan, captured the moment a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Gao County, sending furniture rocking sharply inside a home. No deaths were reported, though 13 people sustained minor injuries and 196 were relocated for safety.

China: Flash Flood Washes Away Farmhouse Bridge in Xinjiang

A flash flood swept away a small bridge connecting a farmhouse restaurant to its parking area in Xinjiang, China, as fast-moving muddy water overwhelmed the structure and carried sections of it downstream. The bridge was reportedly built by the restaurant's owner at his own expense to provide access to the parking area. Local authorities said no casualties were reported.