Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Batters Okinawa With Destructive Winds and Power Outages 2

Typhoon Jangmi (No. 6) made its closest approach to Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1, with the southern part of the island entering the storm's danger zone. The storm brought wind gusts of up to 35.2 meters per second in Naha City and widespread power outages. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Batters Okinawa With Destructive Winds and Power Outages 3

Typhoon Jangmi (No. 6) made its closest approach to Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1, with the southern part of the island entering the storm's danger zone. The storm brought wind gusts of up to 35.2 meters per second in Naha City and widespread power outages. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Batters Okinawa With Destructive Winds and Power Outages

Typhoon Jangmi (No. 6) made its closest approach to Okinawa's main island on Monday, June 1, with the southern part of the island entering the storm's danger zone. The storm brought wind gusts of up to 35.2 meters per second in Naha City and widespread power outages. All flights to and from Naha Airport were cancelled, while public transport, schools, and businesses were also shut for the day.

Japan: Okinawa Hit by Intense Hail as Strong Cold Front Moves Through

A strong cold front brought intense hail to Okinawa, the southernmost and westernmost prefecture of Japan, in the early hours of Wednesday, March 13.

US: Massive Shelf Cloud Caught on Time-Lapse Video Over Orland Park, Illinois

Severe thunderstorms swept through Chicago on Wednesday, July 16, bringing wind gusts up to 67 mph. The storm caused damage, including downed trees, power outages, and flight disruptions. This video captures a massive shelf cloud looming over the sky in Orland Park.

US: Lake-Effect Snow Prompts State Of Emergency Declarations In Northeast Ohio

Lake-effect snow buried northern parts of the U.S. over the weekend, bringing below-freezing temperatures. Much of Ohio experienced several inches of snowfall, leading to snow warnings across the region. Following a severe winter storm on Sunday, December 1, a state of emergency was declared in several northeastern counties.

Japan: Typhoon Krathon Causes Stormy Weather In Ishigaki Island

Due to the moist air surrounding Typhoon Krathon, which is moving toward Taiwan, Ishigaki Island, located southwest of Okinawa Main Island, experienced severe weather with torrential rain and gusty winds on Monday, September 30.

Japan: Typhoon Bebinca Approaches, Bringing Heavy Rain To Okinawa, Amami

Typhoon Bebinca approached the Okinawa and Amami regions in southwestern Japan on Saturday, September 14. Bebinca brought heavy rains and strong winds, leaving behind damage, including downed trees, fallen utility poles, and power outages.

Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Approaches Southwestern Region With Strong Winds, Heavy Rain 5

Typhoon Shanshan (No. 10) rapidly intensified into a "very strong" typhoon on Tuesday, August 27, approaching the Amami region of Kagoshima Prefecture in southwestern Japan with up to 70 mph strong winds. Heavy rain has been expected over the Pacific coastal area, and the Japan Meteorological Agency called on high alert for strong winds, high waves, and landslides.

Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Approaches Southwestern Region With Strong Winds, Heavy Rain 2

Typhoon Shanshan (No. 10) rapidly intensified into a "very strong" typhoon on Tuesday, August 27, approaching the Amami region of Kagoshima Prefecture in southwestern Japan with up to 70 mph strong winds. Heavy rain has been expected over the Pacific coastal area, and the Japan Meteorological Agency called on high alert for strong winds, high waves, and landslides.

Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Approaches Southwestern Region With Strong Winds, Heavy Rain 3

Typhoon Shanshan (No. 10) rapidly intensified into a "very strong" typhoon on Tuesday, August 27, approaching the Amami region of Kagoshima Prefecture in southwestern Japan with up to 70 mph strong winds. Heavy rain has been expected over the Pacific coastal area, and the Japan Meteorological Agency called on high alert for strong winds, high waves, and landslides.

Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Approaches Southwestern Region With Strong Winds, Heavy Rain 4

Typhoon Shanshan (No. 10) rapidly intensified into a "very strong" typhoon on Tuesday, August 27, approaching the Amami region of Kagoshima Prefecture in southwestern Japan with up to 70 mph strong winds. Heavy rain has been expected over the Pacific coastal area, and the Japan Meteorological Agency called on high alert for strong winds, high waves, and landslides.

Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Approaches Southwestern Region With Strong Winds And High Waves

Typhoon Shanshan (No. 10) rapidly intensified into a "very strong" typhoon on Tuesday, August 27, approaching the Amami region of Kagoshima Prefecture in southwestern Japan with up to 70 mph strong winds. Heavy rain has been expected over the Pacific coastal area, and the Japan Meteorological Agency called on high alert for strong winds, high waves, and landslides.

Japan: Typhoon Jongdari Develops Off Okinawa, Brings Windy Conditions

Typhoon Jongdari developed about 70km south of Miyako island, Okinawa Prefecture early Monday, August 19. Due to the typhoon, Okinawa islands saw strong winds on Monday. It is expected to move northward and continue over the East China Sea through Tuesday.

Japan: Typhoon Gaemi Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Sakishima Islands 5

Typhoon Gaemi brought heavy rain and strong winds to Sakishima Islands in Okinawa on Wednesday, July 24 as it headed north-northwest toward Taiwan.

Taiwan: Costa Cruise Itinerary Changes Due To Typhoon Gaemi Anger Passengers

A 5-day Costa Cruises trip bound for Okinawa from Port of Keelung on July 21 was cut short due to Typhoon Gaemi, angering passengers. Some of the passengers refused to leave the ship, demanding refunds after the cruise ship docked in Port of Kaohsiung on the 24th. The cruise management changed the itinerary several times and finally decided to return to Taiwan in Kaohsiung one day early.

Taiwan: Costa Cruise Itinerary Changes Due To Typhoon Gaemi Anger Passengers 2

A 5-day Costa Cruises trip bound for Okinawa from Keelung Port on July 21 was cut short due to Typhoon Gaemi, angering passengers. Some of the passengers refused to leave the ship demanding refunds after the cruise ship docked in Kaohsiung Port on the 24th. The cruise management changed the itinerary several times and finally decided to return to Taiwan in Kaohsiung, one day early.

Taiwan: Costa Cruise Itinerary Changes Due To Typhoon Gaemi Anger Passengers 4

A 5-day Costa Cruises trip bound for Okinawa from Keelung Port on July 21 was cut short due to Typhoon Gaemi, angering passengers. Some of the passengers refused to leave the ship demanding refunds after the cruise ship docked in Kaohsiung Port on the 24th. The cruise management changed the itinerary several times and finally decided to return to Taiwan in Kaohsiung, one day early.

Taiwan: Costa Cruise Itinerary Changes Due To Typhoon Gaemi Anger Passengers 3

A 5-day Costa Cruises trip bound for Okinawa from Keelung Port on July 21 was cut short due to Typhoon Gaemi, angering passengers. Some of the passengers refused to leave the ship demanding refunds after the cruise ship docked in Kaohsiung Port on the 24th. The cruise management changed the itinerary several times and finally decided to return to Taiwan in Kaohsiung, one day early.

Japan: Typhoon Gaemi Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Sakishima Islands 4

Typhoon Gaemi brought heavy rain and strong winds to Sakishima Islands in Okinawa on Wednesday, July 24 as it headed north-northwest toward Taiwan.

Japan: Typhoon Gaemi Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Sakishima Islands 3

Typhoon Gaemi brought heavy rain and strong winds to Sakishima Islands in Okinawa on Wednesday, July 24 as it headed north-northwest toward Taiwan.

Japan: Typhoon Gaemi Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Sakishima Islands

Typhoon Gaemi brought heavy rain and strong winds to Sakishima Islands in Okinawa on Wednesday, July 24 as it headed north-northwest toward Taiwan.

Japan: Typhoon Gaemi Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Sakishima Islands 2

Typhoon Gaemi brought heavy rain and strong winds to Sakishima Islands in Okinawa on Wednesday, July 24 as it headed north-northwest toward Taiwan.

Japan: Torrential Rain Causes Severe Flooding In Okinawa 7

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Okinawa on Friday, June 14 prompting warnings for heavy rain, flooding, and landslides.

Japan: Torrential Rain Causes Severe Flooding In Okinawa 6

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Okinawa on Friday, June 14 prompting warnings for heavy rain, flooding, and landslides.

Japan: Torrential Rain Causes Severe Flooding In Okinawa 5

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Okinawa on Friday, June 14 prompting warnings for heavy rain, flooding, and landslides.

Japan: Torrential Rain Causes Severe Flooding In Okinawa 4

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Okinawa on Friday, June 14 prompting warnings for heavy rain, flooding, and landslides.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Severe Flooding In Okinawa As Rainy Season Begins 3

Torrential rains continued to hit Okinawa on Friday, June 14, as the rainy season began in the region. Heavy downpours caused severe flooding, prompting warnings for heavy rains, flooding, and landslides.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Severe Flooding In Okinawa As Rainy Season Begins 2

Torrential rains continued to hit Okinawa on Friday, June 14, as the rainy season began in the region. Heavy downpours caused severe flooding, prompting warnings for heavy rains, flooding, and landslides.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Severe Flooding In Okinawa As Rainy Season Begins

Torrential rains continued to hit Okinawa on Friday, June 14, as the rainy season began in the region. Heavy downpours caused severe flooding, prompting warnings for heavy rains, flooding, and landslides.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 3

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This video shows a huge shelf cloud approaching Dickinson County.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 4

Powerful storms blasted Kansas on Sunday, May 19, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. A derecho produced the storms that prompted tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings and left a trail of damage such as downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages in parts of the state. This dashcam video shows a huge shelf cloud approaching Dickinson County.

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

NAHA, Japan - Photo taken on July 8, 2014, shows a collapsed house in Naha, the capital of Okinawa, as a powerful typhoon approaches the southern Japan prefecture.

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

NAHA, Japan - Photo taken on July 8, 2014, shows a felled tree in Naha, the capital of Okinawa, as a powerful typhoon approaches the southern Japan prefecture.

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

NAHA, Japan - Photo taken on July 8, 2014, shows a collapsed house in Naha, the capital of Okinawa, as a powerful typhoon approaches the southern Japan prefecture. (Kyodo)

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

Powerful typhoon approaches Okinawa amid storm surge warning

NAHA, Japan - Photo taken on July 8, 2014, shows a felled tree in Naha, the capital of Okinawa, as a powerful typhoon approaches the southern Japan prefecture. (Kyodo)