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China: Rare Hailstorm Pummels Beijing

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a hailstorm dropped large ice chunks, scattering leaves and debris. Residents described the storm as terrifying and intense.

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China: Rare Hailstorm Pummels Beijing 2

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a hailstorm dropped large ice chunks, scattering leaves and debris. Residents described the storm as terrifying and intense.

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US: Disaster Emergency Declared As Lake Effect Snow Pummels Erie County, PA 2

An intense lake-effect snow swept through parts of New York and Pennsylvania over the Thanksgiving weekend. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declared a state of emergency for Erie County on Saturday, November 30, and activated the National Guard in order to assist with relief efforts in the area.

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US: Disaster Emergency Declared As Lake Effect Snow Pummels Erie County, PA

An intense lake-effect snow swept through parts of New York and Pennsylvania over the Thanksgiving weekend. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro declared a state of emergency for Erie County on Saturday, November 30, and activated the National Guard in order to assist with relief efforts in the area.

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US: Large Hail Pummels Central Oklahoma 3

Golf ball-sized hail pelted central Oklahoma on Tuesday, September 24 as severe weather moved through the area. The hail caused damage to cars in parts of Oklahoma City and Edmond.

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US: Large Hail Pummels Central Oklahoma

Golf ball-sized hail pelted central Oklahoma on Tuesday, September 24 as severe weather moved through the area. The hail caused damage to cars in parts of Oklahoma City and Edmond.

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US: Large Hail Pummels Central Oklahoma 2

Golf ball-sized hail pelted central Oklahoma on Tuesday, September 24 as severe weather moved through the area. The hail caused damage to cars in parts of Oklahoma City and Edmond.

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Japan: Guerrilla Rainstorm Pummels Greater Tokyo, Possible Tornado In Saitama 3

Parts of the Kanto region, particularly the Greater Tokyo area, were hit by a sudden violent guerrilla rainstorm on Wednesday, July 24. Rain clouds moved from west to east across the Kanto region and approached central Tokyo, producing severe conditions. The Japan Meteorological Agency said that a possible tornado occurred in southern Saitama.

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Japan: Guerrilla Rainstorm Pummels Greater Tokyo, Possible Tornado In Saitama 2

Parts of the Kanto region, particularly the Greater Tokyo area, were hit by a sudden violent guerrilla rainstorm on Wednesday, July 24. Rain clouds moved from west to east across the Kanto region and approached central Tokyo, producing severe conditions. The Japan Meteorological Agency said that a possible tornado occurred in southern Saitama.

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Japan: Guerrilla Rainstorm Pummels Greater Tokyo, Possible Tornado In Saitama

Parts of the Kanto region, particularly the Greater Tokyo area, were hit by a sudden violent guerrilla rainstorm on Wednesday, July 24. Rain clouds moved from west to east across the Kanto region and approached central Tokyo, producing severe conditions. The Japan Meteorological Agency said that a possible tornado occurred in southern Saitama.

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Spain: Severe Storm Pummels Madrid 4

A severe storm blasted Madrid with string winds, heavy rain, and hail on Tuesday evening, June 25. A portion of the Light Metro Line 1 service was disrupted due to rain. Downed trees were also reported due to strong winds.

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Spain: Severe Storm Pummels Madrid 3

A severe storm blasted Madrid with string winds, heavy rain, and hail on Tuesday evening, June 25. A portion of the Light Metro Line 1 service was disrupted due to rain. Downed trees were also reported due to strong winds.

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Spain: Severe Storm Pummels Madrid 2

A severe storm blasted Madrid with string winds, heavy rain, and hail on Tuesday evening, June 25. A portion of the Light Metro Line 1 service was disrupted due to rain. Downed trees were also reported due to strong winds.

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Spain: Severe Storm Pummels Madrid

A severe storm blasted Madrid with strong winds, heavy rain, and hail on Tuesday evening, June 25. A portion of the Light Metro Line 1 service was disrupted due to rain. Downed trees were also reported due to strong winds.

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US: Large Hail Pummels Omaha, Nebraska

A storm system pummeled the Omaha metro area with large hail on Wednesday night, June 12. Hail as large as golf balls were reported. Local weather bureaus forecast storms may fire up again Thursday afternoon and evening.

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US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail

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 gusty winds whipping up a haboob in Great Bend.

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US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 2

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 gusty winds whipping up a haboob in Great Bend.

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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.

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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.

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At least 1 dead as Typhoon Doksuri pummels Philippines

STORY: At least 1 dead as Typhoon Doksuri pummels Philippines DATELINE: July 26, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:00 LOCATION: Manila CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of typhoon-affected Occidental Mindoro (courtesy: LGU San Jose, Occidental Mindoro) 2. Philippine Coast Guard rescuing residents amid typhoon Doksuri in Ilocos Norte (courtesy: Philippine Coast Guard) 3. Typhoon Doksuri hitting Port of Romblon (courtesy: Philippine Coast Guard) 4. various of the typhoon-hit Pamplona city, Cagayan province (courtesy: Jinson Batersal Manzano) STORYLINE: The Philippines' national disaster agency on Wednesday said it has so far tallied at least one dead as Typhoon Doksuri continues to batter the country with rain and strong winds. In a preliminary report, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said the victim drowned in a flood that inundated a province east of Metro Manila. At least two others were injured in typhoon-related incidents in Luzon island and central Philippines. D

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Boxing: Inoue becomes undisputed bantamweight champion

Japan's Naoya Inoue (back to camera) pummels Britain's Paul Butler against the ropes in the 11th round of their bantamweight title unification boxing match at Ariake Arena in Tokyo on Dec. 13, 2022.

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WBA champ Valero pummels Lozada for 1st round TKO

TOKYO, Japan - WBA super featherweight champion Edwin Valero of Venezuela (L) faces Mexican Michael Lozada in the first round of their fight at Tokyo's Ariake Coliseum on Jan. 3. Valero stopped Lozada in the first round, successfully defending his first title.

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Asashoryu pummels Miyabiyama to stay atop in Kyushu

FUKUOKA, Japan - Yokozuna (grand champion) Asashoryu of Mongolia (R) pushes sekiwake Miyabiyama out of the ring on the 11th day of the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament at Fukuoka Kokusai Center in Fukuoka on Nov. 22. Asashoryu remains unbeaten and leads the 15-day tournament.

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Asashoryu pummels Hakuho to stay in lead at spring sumo

OSAKA, Japan - Grand champion Asashoryu takes out Hakuho in landslide victory in a battle between Mongolians to maintain his lead with a perfect record at the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament at Osaka Municipal Gymnasium on March 23.

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(2)Typhoon Ma-on pummels Tokyo region

TOKYO, Japan - Huge waves pound the shore of Jyogashima on the Miura Peninsula in Kanagawa Prefecture on Oct. 9 as typhoon Typhoon Ma-on approaches the Tokyo metropolitan area.

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(1)Typhoon Ma-on pummels Tokyo region

TOKYO, Japan - A Haneda airport lobby is crowded with travelers Oct. 9 as many flights were cancelled due to Typhoon Ma-on, believed to be one of the most powerful storms to strike the Tokyo area in a decade.

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Asashoryu steamrolls ahead at summer meet

TOKYO, Japan - Invincible yokozuna Asashoryu (R) pummels third-ranked maegashira Shimotori to remain undefeated at the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on May 13.

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Chiyotaikai remains undfeated

OSAKA, Japan - Ozeki Chiyotaikai (R) pummels sekiwake Kotomitsuki over the edge to stay undefeated on the 12th day of the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament at Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium on March 25.

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Chiyotaikai remains in contention

OSAKA, Japan - Ozeki Chiyotaikai (R) pummels Wakanosato with his trademark slaps and thrusts to remain in contention after the 11th day of action at the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament at Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium on March 24.

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza

Palestinians inspect damaged buildings after an Israeli airstrike amid the escalating flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence. Hundreds of rockets have been fired upon Israel from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip throughout Tuesday, while Israel pummels the tiny coastal territory with airstrikes. Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories, May 11, 2021. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy rain pummels Hiroshima

Heavy rain leaves a river swollen in Hiroshima on Aug. 13, 2021, with a road alongside it partially washed away, as Japanese weather authorities issued warnings across wide areas of the country.

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Heavy rain pummels Hiroshima

Heavy rain leaves a river swollen in Hiroshima on Aug. 13, 2021, with a road alongside it partially washed away, as Japanese weather authorities issued warnings across wide areas of the country.

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(2)Typhoon Ma-on pummels Tokyo region

TOKYO, Japan - Huge waves pound the shore of Jyogashima on the Miura Peninsula in Kanagawa Prefecture on Oct. 9 as typhoon Typhoon Ma-on approaches the Tokyo metropolitan area. (Kyodo)

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(1)Typhoon Ma-on pummels Tokyo region

TOKYO, Japan - A Haneda airport lobby is crowded with travelers Oct. 9 as many flights were cancelled due to Typhoon Ma-on, believed to be one of the most powerful storms to strike the Tokyo area in a decade. (Kyodo)