•  

Spain: Storm Emilia Causes Severe Flooding Across Peninsula

As Storm Emilia passes, dozens of weather alerts remain active across the Spanish coast due to intense rain and storms. Some areas could see over 250 liters of rain per square meter, with warnings in effect for southern Catalonia through Wednesday, December 17. Aemet has forecast continued heavy showers for the Mediterranean coast and Balearic Islands, specifically warning of potential urban flooding in southern Valencia and northern Alicante.

  •  

Spain: Atlantic Front Brings Heavy Rainfall and Drop in Temperatures, Some Areas See Snow

While the severe weather alerts in the Mediterranean have eased, heavy rain persists on Wednesday, December 17, in the Valencian Community, the Balearic Islands, and coastal Catalonia. A new Atlantic front is set to approach Spain, bringing a significant drop in temperatures and a fresh round of widespread rainfall. This shift will also lower the snow level to approximately 1,000 meters, signaling a transition to colder, more wintry conditions for much of the country.

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian Civilians In Jabalia - Gaza

Palestinian civilians, including women and children, walk through rain soaked streets lined with debris amid widespread destruction in Jabalia, Gaza Strip, Palestinian Territories on December 17, 2025. The scenes reflect the worsening humanitarian crisis as families endure harsh winter conditions following extensive damage to infrastructure. Photo by Habboub Ramez/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  

Spain: Storm Emilia Causes Severe Flooding in Badalona

Storm Emilia brought heavy rains to Catalonia, causing severe flooding and leaving stranded vehicles in Badalona. The heavy rain also led to the closure of the metro station, and two storm-related deaths were reported in Murcia and A Coruña.

  •  

Spain: Storm Emilia Brings Havoc and Record Rain to Murcia, Prompting Yellow Alert

Storm Emilia caused havoc across Spain's Murcia region, bringing torrential rains and widespread disruption, prompting a yellow weather alert on Monday, December 15. The severe weather prompted the suspension of classes in several municipalities, and record-breaking rainfall totals were reported in Totana.

  •  

US: Record Flooding Wreaks Havoc in Washington, Emergency Status Continues

Days of record-breaking flooding in western and central Washington caused widespread evacuations, emergency rescues, and major infrastructure damage. The state remains under a state of emergency, with evacuation orders still in place for tens of thousands of residents. Footage filmed on Thursday, December 11, shows flooding on Old Snohomish Monroe Road.

  •  

US: Record Flooding Wreaks Havoc in Washington, Emergency Status Continues 2

Days of record-breaking flooding in northern Washington caused widespread evacuations, emergency rescues, and major infrastructure damage. The state remains under a state of emergency, with evacuation orders still in place for tens of thousands of residents. Footage filmed on Tuesday, December 9, shows flooding at Aldarra Fields in Fall City.

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian child stands along a paved road near tent shelters at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Palestinians walk between tents on muddy ground during a rainy day at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian woman stands with a child beside a tent shelter at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Tent shelters housing internally displaced Palestinians stretch across an encampment on a rainy day at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A general view shows tents set up near piles of rubble at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Tent shelters housing internally displaced Palestinians stretch across an encampment on a rainy day at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Palestinian children play as men using crutches stand near tent shelters at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian man carries a child as he walks past tent shelters at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A displaced Palestinian child stands on muddy ground between tent shelters during a rainy day at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 12, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Palestinian children stand outside a tent shelter at a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

Heavy Rain Hits Gaza Camps - Palestine

A Palestinian man carries a mattress while walking along the seafront near a displacement camp at Gaza port, west of Gaza City on December 11, 2025. Families sheltering in temporary tents face deteriorating living conditions as winter weather compounds shortages of shelter, sanitation and basic services. Photo by Abood Abusalama/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

A Palestinian child stands outside after rain in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Palestinians come outside their temporary shelters after rain in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Palestinians come outside their temporary shelters after rain in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

A Palestinian woman walk in a flooded street after rain in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Palestinians walk in a flooded street after rain in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Palestinians sit around a brazier to stay warm after rain at a temporary shelter in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Palestinians walk in a flooded street after rain in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

Winter Storm in Gaza City - Palestine

A Palestinian woman looks out from her temporary shelter after rain in Gaza City, on Dec. 12, 2025. At least 14 people were killed in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours as homes collapsed and tents sheltering displaced families were flooded during a powerful winter storm, Gaza's Civil Defense said on Friday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  

Canada: Abbotsford Declares Emergency as Atmospheric River Causes Severe Flooding in B.C.

An atmospheric river swept across southern B.C., leading Abbotsford to declare a state of local emergency as hundreds of properties were put on evacuation order. Flooding continued to affect parts of the area, on Friday, December 12, prompting expanded evacuation orders, school closures, the closure of a key stretch of Highway 1.

  •  

US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 13

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

  •  

US: Atmospheric River Brings Major Flooding in Western Washington 14

A powerful atmospheric river brought heavy rain to western Washington on Tuesday, December 9, causing rivers to surge and leading to significant flooding. The weather system continued to drench the region on Wednesday, December 10, pushing water levels even higher and forcing tens of thousands of residents to prepare for evacuation.

  •  

RECAP: Washington State Slammed by Historic Floods as Rivers Shatter Records

Days of torrential rain from a strong atmospheric river caused historic flooding across Washington State, prompting a state of emergency and mass evacuations. Rivers including the Skagit, Snohomish, and Snoqualmie reached record or near-record levels, with Snoqualmie Falls transformed into a powerful, overflowing torrent. Communities were inundated, homes were swept away, major roads were washed out, and rescue operations continue as more rain is expected.

  •  
A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

A displaced Palestinian child stands outside during a rain in the Zeitoun neighborhood, southeast of Gaza City, on December 11, 2025. Heavy winter rains and high winds are pounding flimsy temporary shelters of tents and tarps in the Gaza Strip, putting more vulnerable people at risk, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

A displaced Palestinian child stands outside during a rain in the Zeitoun neighborhood, southeast of Gaza City, on December 11, 2025. Heavy winter rains and high winds are pounding flimsy temporary shelters of tents and tarps in the Gaza Strip, putting more vulnerable people at risk, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians walk outside during a rain in the Zeitoun neighborhood, southeast of Gaza City, on December 11, 2025. Heavy winter rains and high winds are pounding flimsy temporary shelters of tents and tarps in the Gaza Strip, putting more vulnerable people at risk, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

Displaced Palestinian children stand outside during a rain in the Zeitoun neighborhood, southeast of Gaza City, on December 11, 2025. Heavy winter rains and high winds are pounding flimsy temporary shelters of tents and tarps in the Gaza Strip, putting more vulnerable people at risk, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  
A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

A Winter Storm Chills Gaza and Floods Tent Camps - Palestine

Displaced Palestinians clean the mud outside their tents during a rain in the Zeitoun neighborhood, southeast of Gaza City, on December 11, 2025. Heavy winter rains and high winds are pounding flimsy temporary shelters of tents and tarps in the Gaza Strip, putting more vulnerable people at risk, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

  •  

US: Snoqualmie Falls in Washington Overflows After Heavy Rain 3

A strong atmospheric river brought heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, causing major flooding across the region. The Snoqualmie River reached its highest level in 10 years, turning Snoqualmie Falls into a powerful, overflowing torrent.

  • Main
  • Top
  • Editorial
  • Creative
  • About Us
  • About ILG
  • Terms of use
  • Company
  • BEHIND
  • Price List
  • Single Plan
  • Monthly Plan
  • Services
  • Shooting
  • Rights Clearance
  • Support
  • FAQ
  • How To Buy
  • Contact Us
  • Become a Partner

© KYODO NEWS IMAGES INC

All Rights Reserved.

  • Editorial
  • Olympics
  • News
  • Sports
  • Japan
  • Tech
  • Royal
  • Disaster
  • NorthKorea
  • Old Japan
  • SNS
  • Creative
  • Food
  • Japan
  • Landscape
  • Animal
  • Popular
  • #Ukraine
  • #Thailand
  • #coronavirus
  • #N. Korea
  • #Russia
  • #China
  • #Ukraine
  • #Thailand
  • #coronavirus
  • #N. Korea
  • #Russia
  • #China
  • Food
  • Japan
  • Landscape
  • Animal
  • Olympics
  • News
  • Sports
  • Japan
  • Tech
  • Royal
  • Disaster
  • NorthKorea
  • Old Japan
  • SNS