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Thailand: Catastrophic Floods Leave Hat Yai Under Disaster Declaration 3

Catastrophic floods battered southern Thailand, affecting 127,000 households across ten provinces and causing a rising death toll. The deluge, which included "the heaviest rain in 300 years" in Hat Yai city, has prompted a disaster declaration.

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Canada: Lake-Effect Snow Prompts Snow Squall Warning in Southern Ontario

A powerful snow squall warning is in effect across Ontario as a high-impact event moves in on Thursday, November 27. Environment Canada expects dangerous conditions, treacherous roads, near-zero visibility, and 30 to 50 centimeters of snow through Saturday, November 29.

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Thailand: Catastrophic Floods Leave Hat Yai Under Disaster Declaration 2

Catastrophic floods battered southern Thailand, affecting 127,000 households across ten provinces and causing a rising death toll. The deluge, which included "the heaviest rain in 300 years" in Hat Yai city, has prompted a disaster declaration.

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Brazil: Massive Hailstorms Hit Southern Region, Prompting Emergency Situation 2

Severe hailstorms struck cities in Rio Grande do Sul and São Paulo, southern Brazil on Sunday, November 23, leaving significant damage. In Erechim, more than a hundred people were injured and thousands of families affected, with officials declaring an emergency situation.

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Brazil: Massive Hailstorms Hit Southern Region, Prompting Emergency Situation

Severe hailstorms struck cities in Rio Grande do Sul and São Paulo, southern Brazil on Sunday, November 23, leaving significant damage. In Erechim, more than a hundred people were injured and thousands of families affected, with officials declaring an emergency situation.

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US: Powerful Atmospheric River Brings Major Flood Threat to California 3

A powerful atmospheric river slammed California, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that elevated the flash flood threat to Level 3. Evacuation warnings have been issued for vulnerable areas near recent burn scars from wildfires, as the storm is expected to bring several months' worth of rain in the span of just a few days.

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US: Powerful Atmospheric River Brings Major Flood Threat to California 2

A powerful atmospheric river began slamming California, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that elevated the flash flood threat to Level 3. Evacuation warnings have been issued for vulnerable areas near recent burn scars from wildfires, as the storm is expected to bring several months' worth of rain in the span of just a few days.

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US: Powerful Atmospheric River Brings Major Flood Threat to California

A powerful atmospheric river began slamming California, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that elevated the flash flood threat to Level 3. Evacuation warnings have been issued for vulnerable areas near recent burn scars from wildfires, as the storm is expected to bring several months' worth of rain in the span of just a few days.

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US: Flash Flood Emergency Declared as Heavy Rain Pounds Central Florida 3

Heavy rains pounded Central and South Florida on Sunday, October 26, triggering flooding that prompted a rare flash flood emergency for parts of the region. The dangerous situation stranded drivers, closed roads, and inundated homes in cities like Eustis and Mount Dora.

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US: Flash Flood Emergency Declared as Heavy Rain Pounds Central Florida

Heavy rains pounded Central and South Florida on Sunday, October 26, triggering flooding that prompted a rare flash flood emergency for parts of the region. The dangerous situation stranded drivers, closed roads, and inundated homes in cities like Eustis and Mount Dora.

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US: Flash Flood Emergency Declared as Heavy Rain Pounds Central Florida 2

Heavy rains pounded Central and South Florida on Sunday, October 26, triggering flooding that prompted a rare flash flood emergency for parts of the region. The dangerous situation stranded drivers, closed roads, and inundated homes in cities like Eustis and Mount Dora.

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Japan: Storm Systems Bring 100 mm/h Downpour, Causing Flooding in Miyagi

Storm systems brought widespread heavy rain across eastern and northern Japan on Wednesday, October 1. In Miyagi Prefecture, weather alerts were issued as torrential rainfall of approximately 100 mm per hour was reported, causing road floods. Evacuation orders were issued for tens of thousands of homes in Tagajo.

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Mexico: Record Rains in 34 Years Cause Widespread Mexico City Flooding

Record heavy rains in 34 years caused widespread flooding and damage across Mexico City from Saturday night, September 27, through Sunday.

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US: Strong Monsoon Storm Slams Phoenix Area with Flash Floods 2

A late-season strong monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix metro area and surrounding areas, as well as outside of Las Vegas on Friday, September 26, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and causing flash flooding.

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US: Strong Monsoon Storm Slams Phoenix Area with Flash Floods

A late-season strong monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix metro and surrounding areas on Friday, September 26, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and causing flash flooding.

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Japan: Storm System Brings Intense Lightning to Southwestern Region

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued weather alerts for Nagasaki and Kumamoto Prefectures in southwestern Japan on Wednesday, September 10, as a Linear Precipitation Band brought severe downpour to the area. Officials also warned residents across a wide area along the Sea of Japan coast for flooding in low-lying areas, and swelling and overflowing rivers due to heavy rain with lightning.

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Japan: Storm System Brings Intense Lightning to Southwestern Region 2

The Japan Meteorological Agency issued weather alerts for Nagasaki and Kumamoto Prefectures in southwestern Japan on Wednesday, September 10, as a Linear Precipitation Band brought severe downpour to the area. Officials also warned residents across a wide area along the Sea of Japan coast for flooding in low-lying areas, and swelling and overflowing rivers due to heavy rain with lightning.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Phoenix Metropolitan Area, Prompting Weather Warnings

A dust storm swept through the Phoenix metropolitan area on Wednesday, September 3 as the National Weather Service issued warnings for thunderstorm, flash flooding and dust storm warnings.

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Pakistan: Deadly Monsoon Floods Affect Over One Million People in Punjab Province

Heavy monsoon rains have caused deadly floods across Pakistan. The floods in Punjab province alone have affected more than one million people, and the nationwide death toll has surpassed 800 since the monsoon season began in June. In the city of Lahore, even luxury developments have been submerged, with thousands of homes flooded.

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Indonesia: Heavy Rains Trigger Flash Floods in Samarinda, East Kalimantan

Heavy rain hit East Kalimantan on Friday, August 29, triggering flash floods in Samarinda and surrounding areas.

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US: Torrential Downpour Hits Oklahoma, Dumps Rain on Edmond

A torrential downpour hit parts of Oklahoma on Thursday, August 28, with Edmond recording 0.95 inches of rain and a flood advisory issued for the area.

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US: Severe Storms Hit Southeast Texas, Causing Flooding

Scattered and heavy storms swept through southeast Texas on Friday, August 22, causing flash flooding in the area.

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Japan: Tokyo Hit by Evening Downpours and Flooding After Extreme Heat

On the evening of August 18, heavy rain hit parts of Tokyo, flooding some roads. Severe rain and flood warnings were issued for eastern Tokyo’s Arakawa Ward and western Tama. Earlier the same day, the Kanto region experienced extreme heat, with temperatures soaring above body temperature in several areas, including 39°C recorded in Fuchu City. The intense heat caused highly unstable atmospheric conditions, leading to the rapid development of thunderstorms across the region by the evening.

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US: Flash Flood, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for Central Oklahoma

Flash Flood and Severe Thunderstorm warnings were issued for central Oklahoma as a storm system with strong winds and heavy rain struck the region.

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South Korea: Monsoon Rains Cause Widespread Flooding, Evacuations

Monsoon rains have caused chaos across East Asia, leading to widespread flooding in South Korea on Sunday, August 3. Over 2,500 people were forced to evacuate across major southern cities and provinces, with one man found dead in Muan.

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US: Overnight Storm Causes Flooding in Amarillo, Texas

A strong overnight storm brought heavy rain and caused flooding in parts of Amarillo on Friday morning, July 25, leading to the closure of a portion of Interstate 27.

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Spain: Orange Alert Issued as Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Alicante

The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) issued an orange alert as severe storms brought heavy rains and flooding to the province of Alicante on Thursday, July 24.

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Thailand: Remnants of Typhoon Wipha Cause Widespread Flooding in Nan Province 2

Prolonged rains from Typhoon Wipha caused widespread flooding in several northern provinces of Thailand, according to the Thai Meteorological Department. On Wednesday, July 23, Nan province was hit by run-off and flash floods due to continuous heavy downpours associated with the storm's remnants.

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Thailand: Remnants of Typhoon Wipha Cause Widespread Flooding in Nan Province

Prolonged rains from Typhoon Wipha caused widespread flooding in several northern provinces of Thailand, according to the Thai Meteorological Department. On Wednesday, July 23, Nan province was hit by run-off and flash floods due to continuous heavy downpours associated with the storm's remnants.

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US: Flash Floods Hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, 5 People Rescued

Heavy monsoon rainfall triggered major flash flooding in the mountain village of Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Thursday, July 24, leading to road closures and the rescue of at least five people.

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US: Flash Flood Hits Durham, NC Days After Tropical Depression Chantal

Several parts of North Carolina experienced severe flash flooding on Wednesday, July 9, as a strong line of thunderstorms moved into the region, just days after Tropical Depression Chantal brought intense flooding to Chapel Hill. The Durham Fire Department responded to multiple calls as a result of flooding across the city and surrounding areas, including rescue operation.

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US: Strong Winds, Heavy Rain Lash Philadelphia Region 2

Severe thunderstorms moved across Pennsylvania on Monday, June 30, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to affected areas, including the Philadelphia region, and prompting flash flood warnings.

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US: Strong Winds, Heavy Rain Lash Philadelphia Region

Severe thunderstorms moved through the Philadelphia region on Monday, June 30, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to the city and its surrounding areas, and prompting flash flood warnings.

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US: North Dakota Sees Powerful Winds Amid Tornado-Producing Storm

Severe weather swept across the upper Midwest on Friday, June 20, bringing powerful winds and leaving at least 3 dead in North Dakota as a tornado ripped through the area.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail to Colorado 3

Severe thunderstorms swept through Colorado on Thursday, June 5, bringing heavy rain, intense hail, and flash flooding.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail to Colorado 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through Colorado on Thursday, June 5, bringing heavy rain, intense hail, and flash flooding.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail to Colorado

Severe thunderstorms swept through Colorado on Thursday, June 5, bringing heavy rain, intense hail, and flash flooding.

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US: Memorial Day Weekend Storms Unleash Heavy Rain and Hail in Colorado 3

Severe thunderstorms swept through parts of Colorado, including the Denver metro area, over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, bringing heavy rain and intense hail on Saturday, May 24.

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US: Memorial Day Weekend Storms Unleash Heavy Rain and Hail in Colorado

Severe thunderstorms swept through parts of Colorado, including the Denver metro area, over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, bringing heavy rain and intense hail on Saturday, May 24.

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US: Memorial Day Weekend Storms Unleash Heavy Rain and Hail in Colorado 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through parts of Colorado, including the Denver metro area, over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, bringing heavy rain and intense hail on Saturday, May 24.

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US: Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Northwest Kansas Amid Storm Warning

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for parts of northwest Kansas on Monday, May 19. The storm system brought heavy rain, causing flooding in the area.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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US: Heavy Rain, Hail Reported as Thunderstorms Roll Through Alabama

Unsettled weather continued as thunderstorms moved through Alabama on Monday, May 12, bringing heavy rain and hail. The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the region.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Central Florida Amid Severe Storms

Severe storms swept through Central Florida, bringing heavy rain and leading to flooding in several parts of the area on Monday, May 12.

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US: Severe Weather Brings Wind, Rain, Hail to Central Florida

A storm system moved through Central Florida on Friday, May 9, bringing gusty winds, heavy rain, and hail.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Tornado Threat, Flash Flooding to Oklahoma

Severe thunderstorms swept through central Oklahoma on Tuesday, April 29, bringing tornado threats, heavy rain and flash flooding.

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US: Hailstorm Hits Atlanta, Georgia

A storm system hit Atlanta, Georgia, on Wednesday, April 23, bringing hail and strong winds.

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Argentina: Gusty Winds and Intense Hail Batter Greater Buenos Aires, Disrupting Flights

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued a yellow alert for Greater Buenos Aires and the surrounding areas on April 17, as a strong storm brought gusty winds, intense hail, and lightning, causing damage and air operation suspensions at Ezeiza International Airport.