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Chile: Heavy Rains Hits Santiago, Triggering Flash Flooding in Maipú

Heavy rains triggered flooding across the Chilean capital of Santiago on Saturday, January 31. Floodwaters surged through the streets, disrupting traffic and causing power outages, as parts of the Maipu district recorded over 17 mm/h of rain.

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Chile: Heavy Rains Hits Santiago, Triggering Flash Flooding in Maipú 2

Heavy rains triggered flooding across the Chilean capital of Santiago on Saturday, January 31. Floodwaters surged through the streets, disrupting traffic and causing power outages, as parts of the Maipu district recorded over 17 mm/h of rain.

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US: Winter Storm Warning in Effect as Significant Snow Hits Eastern Tennessee

A winter storm warning was issued for parts of eastern Tennessee as another winter system threatened to bring significant snow accumulations to the region starting Friday, January 30.

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US: Arctic Air Mass Brings Significant Lake-Effect Snow to Michigan

An Arctic air mass moved into Michigan on Wednesday, January 28, and lingered over the region, creating significant lake-effect snow. The freezing surge brought heavy snowfall across various parts of the state.

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RECAP: Storm Chandra Brings Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to UK and Ireland

Storm Chandra brought unsettled weather to parts of the UK and Ireland on Tuesday, January 27, delivering heavy rain, strong winds, and colder conditions. The system caused localized flooding, travel disruption, and weather warnings in several regions as it moved across the British Isles.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 3

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties. Video captures a plane landing at a snow-blanketed John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 2

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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UK: Storm Chandra Triggers Flooding and Travel Chaos 2

Storm Chandra is sweeping across the UK with heavy rain and strong winds, causing widespread flooding and major travel disruption. Amber rain warnings are in force across parts of south-west England, with dozens of roads closed, rail services disrupted, and a red flood warning issued for the River Otter in Devon. Nearly 100 flood warnings are active in England. Emergency crews have rescued motorists from floodwaters, and authorities are urging the public to avoid travel as conditions worsen on already saturated ground.

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UK: Storm Chandra Triggers Flooding and Travel Chaos

Storm Chandra is sweeping across the UK with heavy rain and strong winds, causing widespread flooding and major travel disruption. Amber rain warnings are in force across parts of south-west England, with dozens of roads closed, rail services disrupted, and a red flood warning issued for the River Otter in Devon. Nearly 100 flood warnings are active in England. Emergency crews have rescued motorists from floodwaters, and authorities are urging the public to avoid travel as conditions worsen on already saturated ground.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall 3

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, except in Ottawa. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall 2

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, January 26, though schools in Ottawa remained open. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions. Footage shows a dog bounding through deep snow.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, January 26, though schools in Ottawa remained open. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions.

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RECAP: Strongest Solar Storm in Over 20 Years Triggers Widespread Auroras

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday, January 19 and Tuesday, January 20. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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US: Winter Storm Triggers Snow Emergencies in Parts of Ohio

A blast of winter weather hit Ohio on Monday, January 19, prompting snow emergencies in some counties.

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US: Snow Blankets Parts of Kentucky 2

Parts of Kentucky saw snowfall on Wednesday, January 21.

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US: Snow Blankets Parts of Kentucky

Parts of Kentucky saw snowfall on Wednesday, January 21.

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Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 7

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 2

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 3

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 6

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 5

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 4

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 2

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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Rare Solar Storm Triggers Northern Lights Across Europe and North America 3

A powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by one of the strongest solar eruptions in more than 20 years lit up skies across large parts of Europe and North America on Monday night, January 19. The rare event allowed the northern lights to be seen far south of their usual range, including in parts of the United States, the UK, Germany, and Switzerland, according to NOAA.

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Kurds Protest Syrian Attacks - Turkey

Participants try to help a man who lost consciousness after police used pepper spray during a demonstration in Diyarbakir, Turkey on January 19, 2026, against attacks by Syrian government forces. At least 500 people rallied in the Kurdish-majority southeast city, where clashes erupted as police tried to stop the demonstrators. The protest follows Syria's army taking control of parts of northern regions, dislodging Kurdish forces from territory after over a decade of effective autonomy. Photo by Bilal Seckin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds Protest Syrian Attacks - Turkey

Police officers force a protester to the ground while arresting him during a demonstration in Diyarbakir, Turkey on January 19, 2026, against attacks by Syrian government forces. At least 500 people rallied in the Kurdish-majority southeast city, where clashes erupted as police tried to stop the demonstrators. The protest follows Syria's army taking control of parts of northern regions, dislodging Kurdish forces from territory after over a decade of effective autonomy. Photo by Bilal Seckin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds Protest Syrian Attacks - Turkey

A protester flees from pepper spray during a demonstration in Diyarbakir, Turkey on January 19, 2026, against attacks by Syrian government forces. At least 500 people rallied in the Kurdish-majority southeast city, where clashes erupted as police tried to stop the demonstrators. The protest follows Syria's army taking control of parts of northern regions, dislodging Kurdish forces from territory after over a decade of effective autonomy. Photo by Bilal Seckin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds Protest Syrian Attacks - Turkey

Protesters wave an Antifa flag during a demonstration in Diyarbakir, Turkey on January 19, 2026, against attacks by Syrian government forces. At least 500 people rallied in the Kurdish-majority southeast city, where clashes erupted as police tried to stop the demonstrators. The protest follows Syria's army taking control of parts of northern regions, dislodging Kurdish forces from territory after over a decade of effective autonomy. Photo by Bilal Seckin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds Protest Syrian Attacks - Turkey

Protesters gather and flash victory signs during a demonstration in Diyarbakir, Turkey on January 19, 2026, against attacks by Syrian government forces. At least 500 people rallied in the Kurdish-majority southeast city, where clashes erupted as police tried to stop the demonstrators. The protest follows Syria's army taking control of parts of northern regions, dislodging Kurdish forces from territory after over a decade of effective autonomy. Photo by Bilal Seckin/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Cold Weather Brings Inches of Snow to Parts of Massachusetts

Cold weather moved into Massachusetts, bringing inches of snow to central and eastern regions on Monday, January 19.

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US: Snow Squall Warning and Travel Advisory Issued for Upstate New York

A snow squall warning was issued for parts of Upstate New York on Monday, January 19. A travel advisory also took effect for the western region as a winter storm was expected to impact the area.

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US: Snow Squall Warning Issued for Kansas City Area

The National Weather Service issued a snow squall warning for parts of the Kansas City area on Friday, January 16, as a blast of snow severely decreased visibility.

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US: Heavy Lake Effect Snow Blankets Western and Central New York

A band of lake effect snow blanketed parts of western and central New York on Thursday, January 15, prompting numerous schools and businesses to close.

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US: Wintry Weather, Reduced Visibility Impact Pennsylvania

Cold, wintry weather affected much of Pennsylvania on Thursday, January 15, as snow showers and gusty winds moved across the state. Winter Weather Advisories were issued for parts of western and northern Pennsylvania, where snow accumulations of several inches were reported, including areas influenced by lake-effect snow. Slick roads and reduced visibility caused travel disruptions in some communities.

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Canada: Heavy Snow Causes Widespread Disruptions in Southern Ontario

Heavy snow hit southern Ontario on Thursday, disrupting schools, transportation and travel across the region. Environment Canada said parts of the Greater Toronto Area could see up to 40 centimeters of snow, prompting school closures, widespread road accidents and highway shutdowns. Police reported hundreds of collisions, while major transit delays and flight cancellations were reported at Toronto Pearson Airport as the storm caused hazardous conditions throughout the day.

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Central Japan city hosts job fair in India

A Japanese automotive parts manufacturer based in Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture holds a recruiting session for people seeking jobs in Japan on Jan. 14, 2026, at a job fair in New Delhi. Five Hamamatsu-based companies took part in the event, which was organized by the central Japan city.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect 2

Snow squall warnings were issued Wednesday morning, January 14 across parts of the Chicago area, bringing brief but intense snowfall, whiteout conditions, and strong winds that created hazardous travel conditions. The fast-moving squalls led to slick roads, reduced visibility, and flight disruptions at O’Hare Airport, where departures were temporarily grounded and delays averaged nearly an hour. Some areas reported up to two inches of snow in under two hours, while lake-effect snow is expected to continue affecting parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky 2

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 3

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 2

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect

Heavy snow blanketed Chicago on Wednesday morning, January 14, causing significant flight delays and creating whiteout conditions for commuters. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a 90-minute ground stop at O’Hare International Airport as a band of intense snow and ice moved through the metro area. Potent lake-effect snow is expected to impact parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday, January 15, with travel warnings remaining in effect.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines 2

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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Kyiv Confirms Oreshnik Fired on Western Region Shows Missile Fragments

Handout Photo on Friday reportedly showing a Fragment of a Russian Oreshnik ballistic missile at an undisclosed location in western Ukraine. In detail: stabilization and guidance unit (basically the rocket's “brain”), engine parts, fragments of the orientation mechanism, and nozzles from the separation platform, etc. The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) has published images of debris believed to be from the latest-generation Orechnik missile, which was used last night to strike the Lviv region on the border with Poland. “The Kremlin attempted to destroy the region's vital systems,” the SBU said. Photo by Ukrainian Security Service via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kyiv Confirms Oreshnik Fired on Western Region Shows Missile Fragments

Handout Photo on Friday reportedly showing a Fragment of a Russian Oreshnik ballistic missile at an undisclosed location in western Ukraine. In detail: stabilization and guidance unit (basically the rocket's “brain”), engine parts, fragments of the orientation mechanism, and nozzles from the separation platform, etc. The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) has published images of debris believed to be from the latest-generation Orechnik missile, which was used last night to strike the Lviv region on the border with Poland. “The Kremlin attempted to destroy the region's vital systems,” the SBU said. Photo by Ukrainian Security Service via ABACAPRESS.COM