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US: Heavy Lake Effect Snow Blankets Western and Central New York

A band of lake effect snow blanketed parts of western and central New York on Thursday, January 15, prompting numerous schools and businesses to close.

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Canada: Heavy Snow Causes Widespread Disruptions in Southern Ontario

Heavy snow hit southern Ontario on Thursday, disrupting schools, transportation and travel across the region. Environment Canada said parts of the Greater Toronto Area could see up to 40 centimeters of snow, prompting school closures, widespread road accidents and highway shutdowns. Police reported hundreds of collisions, while major transit delays and flight cancellations were reported at Toronto Pearson Airport as the storm caused hazardous conditions throughout the day.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect 2

Snow squall warnings were issued Wednesday morning, January 14 across parts of the Chicago area, bringing brief but intense snowfall, whiteout conditions, and strong winds that created hazardous travel conditions. The fast-moving squalls led to slick roads, reduced visibility, and flight disruptions at O’Hare Airport, where departures were temporarily grounded and delays averaged nearly an hour. Some areas reported up to two inches of snow in under two hours, while lake-effect snow is expected to continue affecting parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky 2

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 3

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Snow Squalls Move Into Kentucky

Snow showers and brief snow squalls affected southern Indiana and parts of Kentucky on January 14, 2026, as arctic air moved into the Ohio Valley.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 2

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect

Heavy snow blanketed Chicago on Wednesday morning, January 14, causing significant flight delays and creating whiteout conditions for commuters. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a 90-minute ground stop at O’Hare International Airport as a band of intense snow and ice moved through the metro area. Potent lake-effect snow is expected to impact parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday, January 15, with travel warnings remaining in effect.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 3

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 2

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian inspects a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian child passes under a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

Palestinians inspect a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

Palestinians inspect a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian boy inspects a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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4 Palestinians Killed as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds Sweep Across Area - Gaza

A Palestinian inspects a collapsed building due to the storm in Gaza City, January 13, 2026. Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza City in two separate incidents, as heavy rain and strong winds swept the region on Tuesday. Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

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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.

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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.

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Turkey: Severe Cold Wave Brings Snow Across Country, Forcing School Closures

A severe cold wave hit much of Turkey, including Istanbul and Ankara, forcing many schools to close on Monday, January 12. The suspension of education continued on Tuesday in several provinces due to heavy snow and the ongoing risk of ice and avalanches.

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Turkey: Severe Cold Wave Brings Snow Across Country, Forcing School Closures 2

A severe cold wave hit much of Turkey, including Istanbul and Ankara, forcing many schools to close on Monday, January 12. The suspension of education continued on Tuesday in several provinces due to heavy snow and the ongoing risk of ice and avalanches.

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US: Cold Front Brings Snow and High Winds to Virginia

A cold front moved through Virginia on Sunday, January 11, bringing snow and wind gusts of 30 to 40mph.

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Rescue efforts for storm-sunk ship

08.01.2026, Tallinn. Rescue efforts for a coastal defense training vessel "Juku" that sank during the cold and stormy weather on December 30. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

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Rescue efforts for storm-sunk ship

08.01.2026, Tallinn. Rescue efforts for a coastal defense training vessel "Juku" that sank during the cold and stormy weather on December 30. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

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Rescue efforts for storm-sunk ship

08.01.2026, Tallinn. Rescue efforts for a coastal defense training vessel "Juku" that sank during the cold and stormy weather on December 30. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

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Rescue efforts for storm-sunk ship

08.01.2026, Tallinn. Rescue efforts for a coastal defense training vessel "Juku" that sank during the cold and stormy weather on December 30. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

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Rescue efforts for storm-sunk ship

08.01.2026, Tallinn. Rescue efforts for a coastal defense training vessel "Juku" that sank during the cold and stormy weather on December 30. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

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Rescue efforts for storm-sunk ship

08.01.2026, Tallinn. Rescue efforts for a coastal defense training vessel "Juku" that sank during the cold and stormy weather on December 30. Photo Tairo Lutter, Postimees

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UK: Pink Sky Baffles Residents in Birmingham During Winter Storm

Residents in and around Birmingham were puzzled on Thursday, January 8 when the sky turned neon pink during severe winter weather brought by Storm Goretti, sparking speculation on social media that it could be the Northern Lights. The phenomenon was later explained as light from pink LED grow lights at Birmingham City Football Club’s stadium, amplified by falling snow and thick cloud that made the sky highly reflective. Similar sightings were reported in nearby areas as the storm triggered multiple weather warnings across the UK.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines 2

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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UK: Storm Goretti Triggers Snow Warnings, Wreaking Havoc Across Country 2

The Met Office issued weather warnings for heavy snow as Storm Goretti approaches the UK, warning of potential injuries and a danger to life. The severe weather caused major travel disruptions, thousands of power outages, and the closure of many schools.

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France: Storm Goretti Sweeps Through Regions, Leaving Thousands Without Power

Storm Goretti swept across France, leaving 380,000 homes without power and causing widespread travel delays due to high winds, rain, and snow. In the northern region, the storm forced two nuclear reactors offline, felled trees, and shut down schools and ports as flooding and severe weather alerts continued.

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UK: Storm Goretti Triggers Snow Warnings, Wreaking Havoc Across Country

The Met Office issued weather warnings for heavy snow as Storm Goretti approaches the UK, warning of potential injuries and a danger to life. The severe weather caused major travel disruptions, thousands of power outages, and the closure of many schools.

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The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify Host Nominees Night

Storm Reid arriving to The Hollywood Reporter And Spotify Host Nominees Night: An Official Golden Week Event held at The Lot at Formosa on January 8, 2026 in Los Angeles, Ca. Photo by Tammie Arroyo / AFF/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify Host Nominees Night

Storm Reid arriving to The Hollywood Reporter And Spotify Host Nominees Night: An Official Golden Week Event held at The Lot at Formosa on January 8, 2026 in Los Angeles, Ca. Photo by Tammie Arroyo / AFF/ABACAPRESS.COM

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France: Woman Skis Through Paris Streets Following Heavy Snowstorm

The video shows a woman skiing through the streets of Paris on Wednesday, January 7. Paris was hit by a heavy snowstorm earlier this week, prompting French weather authorities to maintain an orange alert for snow and ice. Around 5 cm of snow fell across the capital, bringing some of the coldest temperatures in eight years and causing transport disruptions. The snowfall also drew residents and tourists into streets and parks, including the Montmartre area, where people were seen skiing and enjoying the rare winter scenes.

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UK: Storm Goretti Whips Up Powerful Waves Along Cornwall Coast 2

This video shows whipped up waves hitting the coast in Porthleven, Cornwall on Thursday, January 8. Storm Goretti left widespread disruption across southwest England and the Channel Islands, with powerful winds causing power outages, road closures, and school disruptions. Gusts reached up to 99 mph in the Isles of Scilly, leaving more than 42,000 properties without electricity in Cornwall, hundreds affected in Devon and the Channel Islands, and forcing school closures, evacuations, and transport disruptions.

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The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify Host Nominees Night

Storm Reid arriving to The Hollywood Reporter And Spotify Host Nominees Night: An Official Golden Week Event held at The Lot at Formosa on January 8, 2026 in Los Angeles, Ca. Photo by Tammie Arroyo / AFF/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify Host Nominees Night

Storm Reid arriving to The Hollywood Reporter And Spotify Host Nominees Night: An Official Golden Week Event held at The Lot at Formosa on January 8, 2026 in Los Angeles, Ca. Photo by Tammie Arroyo / AFF/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify Host Nominees Night

Storm Reid arriving to The Hollywood Reporter And Spotify Host Nominees Night: An Official Golden Week Event held at The Lot at Formosa on January 8, 2026 in Los Angeles, Ca. Photo by Tammie Arroyo / AFF/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify Host Nominees Night

Storm Reid arriving to The Hollywood Reporter And Spotify Host Nominees Night: An Official Golden Week Event held at The Lot at Formosa on January 8, 2026 in Los Angeles, Ca. Photo by Tammie Arroyo / AFF/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify Host Nominees Night

Storm Reid arriving to The Hollywood Reporter And Spotify Host Nominees Night: An Official Golden Week Event held at The Lot at Formosa on January 8, 2026 in Los Angeles, Ca. Photo by Tammie Arroyo / AFF/ABACAPRESS.COM

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France: Storm Goretti Hits Northwest With Dangerous Winds and Waves 2

Storm Goretti, named by France’s weather authority Meteo-France, is sweeping across northwestern France from Thursday evening, January 8 into Friday, January 9. Authorities warn of dangerous conditions, including powerful gusts and large waves, with potential risks to life and property in exposed areas.

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UK: Storm Goretti Whips Up Powerful Waves Along Cornwall Coast

This video shows whipped up waves hitting the coast in Porthleven, Cornwall on Thursday, January 8. Storm Goretti left widespread disruption across southwest England and the Channel Islands, with powerful winds causing power outages, road closures, and school disruptions. Gusts reached up to 99 mph in the Isles of Scilly, leaving more than 42,000 properties without electricity in Cornwall, hundreds affected in Devon and the Channel Islands, and forcing school closures, evacuations, and transport disruptions.

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UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools 7

Widespread snow and ice warnings were issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools on Monday, January 5 and Tuesday, January 6. Yellow alerts were in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow. Authorities urged caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall in Hokkaido, Flights Disrupted 3

On January 8, heavy snow across Hokkaido caused major travel chaos. At New Chitose Airport, 27 flights were canceled and many delayed due to de-icing operations. JR Hokkaido suspended 29 services, including 25 "Rapid Airport" trains, while multiple expressways were closed. These disruptions led to massive queues at the airport, with travelers lining up across two floors for the train station.

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France: Storm Goretti Hits Northwest With Dangerous Winds and Waves

Storm Goretti, named by France’s weather authority Meteo-France, is sweeping across northwestern France from Thursday evening, January 8 into Friday, January 9. Authorities warn of dangerous conditions, including powerful gusts and large waves, with potential risks to life and property in exposed areas.

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Several Counties, WA

A cold weather system is moving through western Washington this week, bringing heavy snowfall of 2 to 4 feet to the mountains and wind gusts reaching 50 mph. In response to this major front, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties, including King, Snohomish, and Pierce. The warning remains in effect until 4:00 PM today, Thursday, January 8, as hazardous travel and whiteout conditions continue to impact mountain passes.