US: Fast-Moving Snow Bands Prompt Snow Squall Warnings in Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service issued Snow Squall Warnings for several counties in Pennsylvania on Sunday, January 11, as fast-moving snow bands create hazardous whiteout conditions and treacherous travel.

US: Snow Squalls Prompt Alerts in Northern New Jersey

Snow alerts were issued Sunday, January 11, for six counties in northern New Jersey as snow squalls and strong winds threatened to reduce visibility and create hazardous road conditions through the evening.

US: Reports of Shots Fired Prompt Evacuation at Willowbrook Mall in New Jersey

Police responded to reports of shots fired at Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, New Jersey, on Tuesday night, December 30, triggering panic among shoppers. Authorities said multiple officers were on the scene and the situation was stable, but it was unclear whether anyone was injured. The mall was evacuated and placed under lockdown. While social media posts suggested gunfire, officials had not immediately confirmed the reports.

2 Dead And 1 Missing After Fast Boat Sinks Off Bali - Indonesia

2 Dead And 1 Missing After Fast Boat Sinks Off Bali - Indonesia

This photo provided by Indonesia's National Search And Rescue (BASARNAS) shows rescuers attempt to recover a fast boat after it capsized in Bali, Indonesia, on Aug. 6, 2025. Indonesian Minister of Transportation Dudy Purwagandhi on Wednesday apologized on behalf of the government over the capsizing of a boat near the entrance of Sanur Harbor, Bali, and called for prompt measures to address the accident. Two passengers, who were Chinese nationals, were confirmed dead, and one crew member was missing as a result of the accident. A total of 73 passengers and four crew members were rescued and taken for treatment. As of Wednesday, the body of the missing crew has been found, bringing the death toll to three. Photo by BASARNAS/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

2 Dead And 1 Missing After Fast Boat Sinks Off Bali - Indonesia

2 Dead And 1 Missing After Fast Boat Sinks Off Bali - Indonesia

This photo provided by Indonesia's National Search And Rescue (BASARNAS) shows rescuers attempt to recover a fast boat after it capsized in Bali, Indonesia, on Aug. 6, 2025. Indonesian Minister of Transportation Dudy Purwagandhi on Wednesday apologized on behalf of the government over the capsizing of a boat near the entrance of Sanur Harbor, Bali, and called for prompt measures to address the accident. Two passengers, who were Chinese nationals, were confirmed dead, and one crew member was missing as a result of the accident. A total of 73 passengers and four crew members were rescued and taken for treatment. As of Wednesday, the body of the missing crew has been found, bringing the death toll to three. Photo by BASARNAS/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

G7 Summit - Kananaskis

G7 Summit - Kananaskis

French President Emmanuel Macron, left, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre, prompt U.S. President Donald Trump to leave the stage as he responds to questions from reporters after posing for the family photograph during the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alta., Monday, June 16, 2025. Photo by Darryl Dyck/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: Flash Floods Prompt Emergency Declaration in Southeast West Virginia 3

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for Mineral County on Tuesday, May 13, after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in Keyser and surrounding areas.

US: Flash Floods Prompt Emergency Declaration in Southeast West Virginia 2

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for Mineral County on Tuesday, May 13, after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in Keyser and surrounding areas.

US: Flash Floods Prompt Emergency Declaration in Southeast West Virginia

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for Mineral County on Tuesday, May 13, after heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in Keyser and surrounding areas.

Costa Rica: Póas Volcano Eruptions Prompt Orange Alert

On Tuesday, April 8, during eruptions of Poas volcano in northern Costa Rica, plumes of ash reached a height of 1,500 meters. An orange alert was issued for surrounding areas due to gas and ashfall.

US: Strong Winds and Snow Prompt Warnings in Colorado

Strong winds and snow swept through parts of Colorado on Tuesday evening, March 18, prompting snow squall and blizzard warnings. This video shows blowing snow in Falcon, El Paso County, in central Colorado.

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

SUQIAN, CHINA - JANUARY 19, 2025 - A netizen uses his mobile phone to browse the page of TikTok to see the prompt for TikTok to stop serving in the US, in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, January 19, 2025.

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

SUQIAN, CHINA - JANUARY 19, 2025 - A netizen uses his mobile phone to browse the page of TikTok to see the prompt for TikTok to stop serving in the US, in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, January 19, 2025.

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

SUQIAN, CHINA - JANUARY 19, 2025 - A netizen uses his mobile phone to browse the page of TikTok to see the prompt for TikTok to stop serving in the US, in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, January 19, 2025.

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

TikTok Stop Serving in the US

SUQIAN, CHINA - JANUARY 19, 2025 - A netizen uses his mobile phone to browse the page of TikTok to see the prompt for TikTok to stop serving in the US, in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, January 19, 2025.

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

An aerial drone photo taken on December 10, 2024 shows a hot spring hotel and a ski resort built by the hotel in Benxi, northeast China's Liaoning Province. In recent years, Benxi City has leveraged its rich hot spring resources to develop hot spring tourist sites, and further integrated hot springs with other tourism offerings such as skiing and wellness activities to prompt development in the local tourism sector and boost economy. Photo by Pan Yulong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists enjoy an outdoor hot spring at a resort hotel in Benxi, northeast China's Liaoning Province, December 10, 2024. In recent years, Benxi City has leveraged its rich hot spring resources to develop hot spring tourist sites, and further integrated hot springs with other tourism offerings such as skiing and wellness activities to prompt development in the local tourism sector and boost economy. Photo by Pan Yulong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists enjoy an outdoor hot spring at a resort hotel in Benxi, northeast China's Liaoning Province, December 10, 2024. In recent years, Benxi City has leveraged its rich hot spring resources to develop hot spring tourist sites, and further integrated hot springs with other tourism offerings such as skiing and wellness activities to prompt development in the local tourism sector and boost economy. Photo by Pan Yulong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists enjoy outdoor hot springs at a resort hotel in Benxi, northeast China's Liaoning Province, December 10, 2024. In recent years, Benxi City has leveraged its rich hot spring resources to develop hot spring tourist sites, and further integrated hot springs with other tourism offerings such as skiing and wellness activities to prompt development in the local tourism sector and boost economy. Photo by Pan Yulong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists Enjoy An Outdoor Hot Spring - China

Tourists enjoy an outdoor hot spring at a hotel in Benxi, northeast China's Liaoning Province, December 10, 2024. In recent years, Benxi City has leveraged its rich hot spring resources to develop hot spring tourist sites, and further integrated hot springs with other tourism offerings such as skiing and wellness activities to prompt development in the local tourism sector and boost economy. Photo by Pan Yulong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tennis: Naomi Osaka

Tennis: Naomi Osaka

Former world No. 1 tennis player Naomi Osaka meets the media as she takes part in an event in Tokyo to prompt more girls to play sports on Oct. 19, 2024.

Tennis: Naomi Osaka

Tennis: Naomi Osaka

Former world No. 1 tennis player Naomi Osaka takes part in an event in Tokyo to prompt more girls to play sports on Oct. 19, 2024.

Tennis: Naomi Osaka

Tennis: Naomi Osaka

Former world No. 1 tennis player Naomi Osaka takes part in an event in Tokyo to prompt more girls to play sports on Oct. 19, 2024.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 12

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in several municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21, leaving one person dead and 10 missing as of Sunday. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, as well as the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 9

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in several municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21, leaving one person dead and 10 missing as of Sunday. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, as well as the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 11

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in several municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21, leaving one person dead and 10 missing as of Sunday. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, as well as the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 10

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in several municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21, leaving one person dead and 10 missing as of Sunday. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, as well as the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 8

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in multiple municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, and the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in multiple municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, and the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 2

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in multiple municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, and the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 3

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in multiple municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, and the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 5

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in multiple municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, and the town of Noto.

Japan: Torrential Rains Cause Flooding, Prompt Highest Alert In Ishikawa Prefecture 4

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding in multiple municipalities on the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture on Saturday, September 21. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an emergency rain warning, the highest level of alert, for the cities of Wajima and Suzu, and the town of Noto.

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

Smoke billows from wildfires near the Barkerville historic townsite of British Columbia, Canada, July 21, 2024. As of Wednesday afternoon, there were 434 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Hundreds of out-of-control wildfires are burning across western Canada, putting more communities under evacuation alert and raising concerns about air quality. Authorities at the BC Wildlife Service said on Wednesday that 430 active wildfires were burning in British Columbia (BC) along with 177 more in neighbouring Alberta, including near Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies, one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

Smoke billows from wildfires at Mulvey Creek, southeast of British Columbia, Canada, July 23, 2024. As of Wednesday afternoon, there were 434 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Hundreds of out-of-control wildfires are burning across western Canada, putting more communities under evacuation alert and raising concerns about air quality. Authorities at the BC Wildlife Service said on Wednesday that 430 active wildfires were burning in British Columbia (BC) along with 177 more in neighbouring Alberta, including near Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies, one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

This photo taken on July 22, 2024 shows wildfires at Shetland Creek, about 100 km west of Kamloops in British Columbia, Canada. As of Wednesday afternoon, there were 434 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Hundreds of out-of-control wildfires are burning across western Canada, putting more communities under evacuation alert and raising concerns about air quality. Authorities at the BC Wildlife Service said on Wednesday that 430 active wildfires were burning in British Columbia (BC) along with 177 more in neighbouring Alberta, including near Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies, one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

A helicopter drops water to put out fire at Shetland Creek, about 100 km west of Kamloops in British Columbia, Canada, July 21, 2024. As of Wednesday afternoon, there were 434 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Hundreds of out-of-control wildfires are burning across western Canada, putting more communities under evacuation alert and raising concerns about air quality. Authorities at the BC Wildlife Service said on Wednesday that 430 active wildfires were burning in British Columbia (BC) along with 177 more in neighbouring Alberta, including near Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies, one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

Canadian Wildfires Prompt More Evacuation Orders - British Columbia

An aerial drone photo taken on July 24, 2024 shows smoke billowing from wildfires at Lower Campbell Creek, about 50 km south of Kelowna in British Columbia, Canada. As of Wednesday afternoon, there were 434 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Hundreds of out-of-control wildfires are burning across western Canada, putting more communities under evacuation alert and raising concerns about air quality. Authorities at the BC Wildlife Service said on Wednesday that 430 active wildfires were burning in British Columbia (BC) along with 177 more in neighbouring Alberta, including near Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies, one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

An aerial drone photo provided by BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire at Aylwin Creek, the southeast part of British Columbia, Canada, on July 19, 2024. As of Sunday afternoon, there were over 300 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Wildfires raging through the northern part of Canada's Alberta have forced evacuations of three communities, a provincial body said on Saturday, as the oil-rich province continues to fight five different 'wildfires of note' in separate areas. A wildfire of note is often considered to be of significant threat to public safety, communities and critical infrastructure. The evacuation orders have been issued across John D'Or, Fox Lake and Garden River communities in northern Albert, covering close to 62,000 hectares and comprising 5,000 inhabitants. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

An aerial drone photo provided by BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire at Steamboat Mountain, the northeast part of British Columbia, Canada, on July 17, 2024. As of Sunday afternoon, there were over 300 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Wildfires raging through the northern part of Canada's Alberta have forced evacuations of three communities, a provincial body said on Saturday, as the oil-rich province continues to fight five different 'wildfires of note' in separate areas. A wildfire of note is often considered to be of significant threat to public safety, communities and critical infrastructure. The evacuation orders have been issued across John D'Or, Fox Lake and Garden River communities in northern Albert, covering close to 62,000 hectares and comprising 5,000 inhabitants. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

An aerial drone photo provided by BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire near Island Pond, the southeast part of British Columbia, Canada, on July 21, 2024. As of Sunday afternoon, there were over 300 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Wildfires raging through the northern part of Canada's Alberta have forced evacuations of three communities, a provincial body said on Saturday, as the oil-rich province continues to fight five different 'wildfires of note' in separate areas. A wildfire of note is often considered to be of significant threat to public safety, communities and critical infrastructure. The evacuation orders have been issued across John D'Or, Fox Lake and Garden River communities in northern Albert, covering close to 62,000 hectares and comprising 5,000 inhabitants. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

Wildfires In British Columbia Prompt Evacuation Orders - Canada

An aerial drone photo provided by BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire at Steamboat Mountain, the northeast part of British Columbia, Canada, on July 17, 2024. As of Sunday afternoon, there were over 300 active wildfires in the province of British Columbia, according to BC Wildfire Service. Wildfires raging through the northern part of Canada's Alberta have forced evacuations of three communities, a provincial body said on Saturday, as the oil-rich province continues to fight five different 'wildfires of note' in separate areas. A wildfire of note is often considered to be of significant threat to public safety, communities and critical infrastructure. The evacuation orders have been issued across John D'Or, Fox Lake and Garden River communities in northern Albert, covering close to 62,000 hectares and comprising 5,000 inhabitants. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 16, 2024 shows an area affected by torrential rains in Tieshan Township of Zhenghe County, Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Huang Jiemin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 16, 2024 shows an area affected by torrential rains in Tieshan Township of Zhenghe County, Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Huang Jiemin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Rescuers inspect a damaged tea garden in Hongxing Village of Xingcun Township in Wuyishan, Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 16, 2024. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Jiang Kehong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 16, 2024 shows the flood in Wuyishan of Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Jiang Kehong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Rescuers work at a flooded street in Dongping Township of Zhenghe County, Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 16, 2024. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Huang Jiemin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 16, 2024 shows the flood in Wuyishan of Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Jiang Kehong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Rescuers inspect the flood in Hongxing Village of Xingcun Township in Wuyishan, Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 16, 2024. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Jiang Kehong/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Torrential Rains Prompt Evacuations In East China

Rescuers inspect the flood at a drainage channel in Hongxing Village of Xingcun Township of Wuyishan, Nanping City, southeast China's Fujian Province, June 16, 2024. Torrential rains have forced the evacuation of 36,000 people in southeast China's Fujian Province, the provincial flood control office said Sunday. Days of heavy rains have wreaked havoc in many parts of Fujian, which has declared emergency response to rainstorms. Photo by Chen Ying/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM