US: Massive Shelf Cloud Captured Over Florida’s Tampa Bay Area

A massive shelf cloud loomed over the Tampa Bay Area of Florida on Sunday, August 2.

China: Gorilla Reacts to Visitor’s Handstand Outside Glass Enclosure

On July 16, 2026, a visitor performed a handstand on the viewing platform outside a gorilla enclosure at a zoo in Changchun, Jilin. The gorilla noticed the movement, became excited, and repeatedly jumped and slapped the glass, appearing curious about the display.

China: Headless-Bodied Crayfish Keeps Moving in Hubei

A crayfish missing most of its body, with only its head remaining, was filmed in Huanggang, Hubei, still moving forward by swinging its remaining limbs, impressing viewers with its resilience.

China: Cat Slides into Shop as Typhoon Batters Guangdong

As a shop owner opened the front door to check typhoon conditions in Guangdong, a cat suddenly dashed in, sliding sideways across the smooth floor before regaining its balance and settling safely inside.

China: Stray Kitten Follows Man Back under Car in Liaoning

A stray kitten hid under a man's car in Yingkou, Liaoning. After he coaxed it out and placed it on a flower bed, the kitten followed him back under the car, prompting him to bring it into his vehicle.

China: Dark Storm Clouds Loom Over Liupanshui in Guizhou

A dramatic storm front was filmed descending over Liupanshui, Guizhou, with dark clouds hanging low over the city and heavy rain visible in the distance across the surrounding hills.

France: Vehicle Fire on A61 Sparks Blaze Near Carcassonne

A vegetation fire that broke out Sunday, Aug. 2, near Carcassonne, after a vehicle caught fire on the A61 motorway, spread across 100 hectares, 50 of which were burnt, and prompted about 100 evacuations before firefighters brought it under control by evening.

US: Fire Guts Abandoned Centennial Mills Warehouse in Oregon 2

A fast-moving fire heavily damaged the 116-year-old, long-abandoned Centennial Mills warehouse in Northwest Portland, Oregon, Sunday, August 2, with significant interior damage.

US: Tornado-Warned Storm Hits Western Pennsylvania With Heavy Rain

A tornado-warned storm moved through western Pennsylvania on Sunday, August 2, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.

US: Footage Captures Damage From Spokane Wildfires

Fast-moving wildfires fueled by strong winds and high temperatures forced roughly 60,000 people to evacuate in Spokane County, Washington. The Old Trails, Fairview and Autumn Lane fires burned about 7,500 acres combined and destroyed more than 600 structures. The state issued air quality warnings as the fires continued to spread. No injuries or deaths were confirmed as of Sunday, August 2. The video shows scorched ground and smoke haze from Spokane wildfires.

Japan: Baby Macaque “Punch” Wins Hearts After Finding Comfort in Plush Surrogacy 3

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch at Ichikawa City Zoo has gained attention in Japan and abroad. After being rejected by his first-time mother, he was hand-raised by staff and often clung to an orangutan plush toy as a surrogate comfort, touching many hearts. Even after rejoining the troop, he kept the toy for a while, but he is gradually bonding with other monkeys and growing stronger. On social media, the hashtag “#GoPunch” has spread, with visitors continuing to cheer him on.

US: Fire Guts Abandoned Centennial Mills Warehouse in Oregon

A fast-moving fire heavily damaged the 116-year-old, long-abandoned Centennial Mills warehouse in Northwest Portland, Oregon, Sunday, Aug. 2, with parts of the interior collapsing.

US: Spokane Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations, Trigger Air Quality Alerts 2

Fast-moving wildfires fueled by strong winds and high temperatures forced roughly 60,000 people to evacuate in Spokane County, Washington. The Old Trails, Fairview and Autumn Lane fires burned about 7,500 acres combined and destroyed more than 600 structures. The state issued air quality warnings as the fires continued to spread. No injuries or deaths were confirmed as of Sunday, August 2.

US: Spokane Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations, Trigger Air Quality Alerts

Fast-moving wildfires fueled by strong winds and high temperatures forced roughly 60,000 people to evacuate in Spokane County, Washington. The Old Trails, Fairview and Autumn Lane fires burned about 7,500 acres combined and destroyed more than 600 structures. The state issued air quality warnings as the fires continued to spread. No injuries or deaths were confirmed as of Sunday, August 2.

Japan: Aftermath of Massive M7.1 Kumamoto Earthquake 3

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the Kumamoto region of Japan on Tuesday, July 28, registering a level 7 on Japan's seismic intensity scale, leaving 36 dead as of Saturday, August 1. An explosion was reported at the AEON Mall Kumamoto shortly after the quake, a chimney also collapsed at a paper factory, and more than 1,500 homes were reported destroyed or damaged across the affected areas.

Canada: Severe Thunderstorm Downs Trees, Floods Roads in Edmonton 2

A severe thunderstorm brought strong winds, heavy rain and power outages to Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday, July 25. The storm downed trees, flooded major roads and forced the cancellation of several events, including Post Malone's concert at Commonwealth Stadium, with crews continuing cleanup efforts into Sunday.

US: Double Rainbow Appears Over Golden After Storm Delays Rockies Game at Coors Field

A huge double rainbow appeared over Golden after the storm that delayed the first pitch of the Rockies-Royals game at Coors Field on Friday, July 31.

Japan: Aftermath of Massive M7.1 Kumamoto Earthquake 2

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the Kumamoto region of Japan on Tuesday, July 28, registering a level 7 on Japan's seismic intensity scale, leaving 36 dead as of Saturday, August 1. An explosion was reported at the AEON Mall Kumamoto shortly after the quake, a chimney also collapsed at a paper factory, and more than 1,500 homes were reported destroyed or damaged across the affected areas.

Japan: Aftermath of Massive M7.1 Kumamoto Earthquake

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the Kumamoto region of Japan on Tuesday, July 28, registering a level 7 on Japan's seismic intensity scale, leaving 36 dead as of Saturday, August 1. An explosion was reported at the AEON Mall Kumamoto shortly after the quake, a chimney also collapsed at a paper factory, and more than 1,500 homes were reported destroyed or damaged across the affected areas.

Spain: Thousands of Migrants Cross Into Ceuta From Morocco

Thousands of migrants swam or walked into the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco this week, with at least 18 people dying in the attempt as of Friday, July 31, prompting Spain to deploy its military to help restore order at the border. This video shows large groups of migrants climbing over a fence-like barrier and walking up a paved stairway at Ceuta.

Spain: Thousands of Migrants Cross Into Ceuta From Morocco 2

Thousands of migrants swam or walked into the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco this week, with at least 18 people dying in the attempt as of Friday, July 31, prompting Spain to deploy its military to help restore order at the border. This video shows migrants appearing to express joy after arriving at the coast.

China: Motorcyclist Rides Into Sudden Hailstorm on Highway 219 in Xinjiang

A motorcyclist riding Highway 219 toward Hongliutan in Hotan, Xinjiang, on July 22, 2026, rode into what he mistook for a clear patch of sky, only to find himself in the middle of a sudden, painful hailstorm.

China: Motorcyclist Rides Through Falling Rocks on Highway in Xinjiang

On July 22, 2026, on a mountainous stretch of Highway 219 in Hotan, Xinjiang, a motorcyclist rode through falling rocks that tumbled down the slopes and bounced across the asphalt road.

China: Mudslide Blocks Mountain Road in Yunnan, Stranding Vehicles

A mudslide blocked the mountain road from Shangri-La to Wudi Lake in Yunnan on July 16, 2026, burying vehicles in thick mud and debris and leaving a long line of cars stranded as travelers waited for help.

China: Residents Form Human Chain to Aid Firefighters at Zhengzhou Auto Market Blaze

Residents in Zhengzhou, Henan, formed a human chain on June 20, 2026, to help firefighters lay water hoses at a massive blaze at Hongda International Auto Market after fire truck water supplies ran short. Crews piped in water from Dongfeng Canal roughly three kilometers away, and locals carried and connected hose sections to keep the operation going.

Japan: Severe Storm Batters Tokyo With Torrential Rain and Hail 5

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 3 Heavy Rain Warning for several areas of Tokyo around 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, warning residents of possible flooding in low-lying areas and rising rivers.

China: Typhoon Bavi Rips Metal Roof Off Residential Building in Shanghai

Typhoon Bavi tore the metal roof off a residential building in Chongming District, Shanghai on July 12, 2026, with footage showing the structure shaking violently before being ripped apart and blown to the ground by powerful gusts.

China: Typhoon Noul Batters Shanwei With Heavy Rain and Powerful Winds

Typhoon Noul (known in China as Hongxia) swept through Shanwei, Guangdong on July 26, 2026, bringing torrential rain and powerful winds that roared through the streets, reducing visibility and leaving roads swamped with water.

Switzerland: Rooftop Fire Erupts in Central Geneva

A large fire broke out in the roof of a building on Rue du Cendrier near the Pont de la Machine in central Geneva, Switzerland, on Thursday, July 30, sending thick black smoke visible for miles. No injuries were reported and no forced evacuations were needed, and firefighters brought the blaze under control while police cordoned off the surrounding area.

Switzerland: Rooftop Fire Erupts in Central Geneva 2

A large fire broke out in the roof of a building on Rue du Cendrier near the Pont de la Machine in central Geneva, Switzerland, on Thursday, July 30, sending thick black smoke visible for miles. No injuries were reported and no forced evacuations were needed, and firefighters brought the blaze under control while police cordoned off the surrounding area.

US: Heavy Rain and Hail Trigger Flash Flooding Across New Jersey 2

Parts of New Jersey were battered by heavy rain, lightning and hail Monday night, July 27, triggering flash floods, fires and widespread weather-related disruptions, and many cars stalled out in low-lying areas. Flooding continued into Tuesday.

US: Tornado Leaves Trail of Destruction in Wisconsin 3

A tornado tore through Menasha, Appleton and Neenah, Wisconsin, on Monday, July 27, destroying homes and businesses, uprooting trees and cutting power to thousands. The National Weather Service confirmed Tuesday that the tornado, which struck Menasha, was an EF-3.

Japan: Severe Storm Batters Tokyo With Torrential Rain and Hail 4

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 3 Heavy Rain Warning for several areas of Tokyo around 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, warning residents of possible flooding in low-lying areas and rising rivers.

Poland: Air Raid Sirens Sound in Lublin Amid Russian Strikes on Ukraine 3

Air raid sirens sounded early Thursday, July 30, in the eastern Polish city of Lublin after Poland's military scrambled fighter jets and put air defense systems on alert amid a large-scale Russian strike on Ukraine.

US: Double Full-Arc Rainbow Spotted Over Magna, Utah

Two full-arc rainbows were spotted over Magna, Utah, on July 29.

Japan: Severe Storm Batters Tokyo With Torrential Rain and Hail 2

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 3 Heavy Rain Warning for several areas of Tokyo around 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, warning residents of possible flooding in low-lying areas and rising rivers.

Japan: Severe Storm Batters Tokyo With Torrential Rain and Hail 3

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 3 Heavy Rain Warning for several areas of Tokyo around 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, warning residents of possible flooding in low-lying areas and rising rivers.

Japan: Severe Storm Batters Tokyo With Torrential Rain and Hail

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a Level 3 Heavy Rain Warning for several areas of Tokyo around 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, warning residents of possible flooding in low-lying areas and rising rivers.

Poland: Air Raid Sirens Sound in Lublin Amid Russian Strikes on Ukraine 2

Air raid sirens sounded early Thursday, July 30, in the eastern Polish city of Lublin after Poland's military scrambled fighter jets and put air defense systems on alert amid a large-scale Russian strike on Ukraine.

Turkey: Smoke From Balıkesir Wildfire Blankets Altinoluk

A forest fire broke out near the Kumgedik neighborhood in Balıkesir's Gomec district around 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29. Authorities evacuated 210 houses in Altınoluk. No injuries or fatalities were reported as of the time of writing. This video shows smoke from the Balıkesir wildfire blanketing Altinoluk.

Japan: Earthquake Sparks Deadly Mall Explosion in Kumamoto 2

A massive earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan on Tuesday, forcing nearly 9,000 residents to evacuate. The quake also triggered a large explosion at a shopping mall in the town of Kashima, tearing through the building and killing at least four people. This video shows ash covering roads near Kashima. The video owner said a loud explosion was heard, causing the car to shake, while heavy ash filled the air and made it difficult to see ahead.

France: Wildfire Near Dijon Burns Over 80 Hectares

A wildfire broke out Wednesday afternoon, July 29, in Couchey, near Dijon, burning over 80 hectares. As of Thursday, the fire was contained but not fully extinguished. No evacuations were planned.

Turkey: Wildfire in Balıkesir Forces Evacuations

A forest fire broke out near the Kumgedik neighborhood in Balıkesir's Gomec district, Turkey, around 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 29. Authorities evacuated 210 houses in Altınoluk. No injuries or deaths were reported as of writing.

US: Heavy Storms Trigger Flash Flood Warnings in Eastern Pennsylvania

Flash Flood Warnings were issued across eastern Pennsylvania on Tuesday, July 28, as multiple rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms moved through the region.

US: Wildfire Smoke Reduces Visibility, Worsens Air Quality in Central Oregon

Smoke from wildfires burning across Central Oregon reduced visibility and hurt air quality this week. By Wednesday, July 29, conditions had improved across most of the region, though Prineville still logged an unhealthy reading of 101.

Chile: Train Fire at Santa Isabel Station Forces Evacuations

A fire broke out around 5:20 PM on Monday, July 27, in a stopped train at Santa Isabel station on Line 5 of the Santiago Metro, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of passengers and a partial line closure.

Greece: Wildfire Breaks Out on Paros Island, Prompting Evacuations

A wildfire broke out near a landfill on Tuesday, July 28, on Greece's Paros Island. The blaze was largely contained by late Tuesday afternoon but flared up again, prompting evacuation orders for several communities.

Japan: Strong Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, Shaking Felt Across Kyushu 8

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, southern Japan, on Tuesday, July 28, prompting a tsunami advisory for coastal areas. Strong shaking was felt in neighboring prefectures including Fukuoka, Kagoshima, and Saga.

China: Electric Tricycle Fire Breaks Out in Sichuan Parking Lot

This is the frightening moment an electric tricycle suddenly caught fire in a residential parking lot in Sichuan, China, on July 25, 2026. A student who discovered the blaze alerted security guards, who arrived with extinguishers and put out the fire before it could spread to nearby vehicles.

China: Mother and Son Collect Basket of Giant Hailstones in Hebei

This is the surprising moment a Chinese mother and her son collected giant hailstones after a heavy storm in Hebei, China, on July 5, 2026, filling an entire basket with stones as large as goose eggs. The pair picked up the oversized ice pieces one by one from the ground, capturing the rare aftermath of the intense hailstorm.