Australia: TC Fina Brings Damaging Winds to Northern Territory 6

Tropical Cyclone Fina brought destructive winds to the Northern Territory on Saturday, November 22, and into Sunday, November 23, downing trees, damaging homes, and cutting power for thousands of residents.

Spain: First Snowfall in 11 Northern and Central Mountainous Regions 3

The arrival of a mass of Arctic air, associated with Storm Claudia, has triggered the first serious winter episode in the north of the Iberian Peninsula on Thursday, November 20, bringing snowfall to unusually low altitudes for November and sub-zero temperatures inland. Official warnings cover much of the northern third of Spain. Specifically, the Picos de Europa region is under an orange alert until 6 a.m. Friday, November 21, where snowfall is expected to reach 30 centimeters in 24 hours at altitudes above 900 meters.

Spain: Freezing Temperatures Hit Spain, Causing Cars to Ice Over

An arctic air mass associated with Storm Claudia moved over Spain on Wednesday, November 19, bringing freezing weather and heavy snowfall. AEMET issued an orange alert for the northern region. Video shows ice forming on a car windshield due to the cold weather.

Spain: First Snowfall in 11 Northern and Central Mountainous Regions 2

The arrival of a mass of Arctic air, associated with Storm Claudia, has triggered the first serious winter episode in the north of the Iberian Peninsula on Thursday, November 20, bringing snowfall to unusually low altitudes for November and sub-zero temperatures inland. Official warnings cover much of the northern third of Spain. Specifically, the Picos de Europa region is under an orange alert until 6 a.m. Friday, November 21, where snowfall is expected to reach 30 centimeters in 24 hours at altitudes above 900 meters.

Spain: First Snowfall in 11 Northern and Central Mountainous Regions

The arrival of a mass of Arctic air, associated with Storm Claudia, has triggered the first serious winter episode in the north of the Iberian Peninsula on Thursday, November 20, bringing snowfall to unusually low altitudes for November and sub-zero temperatures inland. Official warnings cover much of the northern third of Spain. Specifically, the Picos de Europa region is under an orange alert until 6 a.m. Friday, November 21, where snowfall is expected to reach 30 centimeters in 24 hours at altitudes above 900 meters.

Spain: Storm Claudia Damages Andalusia, especially in Huelva 2

Storm Claudia began retreating from the Iberian Peninsula on Sunday. November 16, after causing thousands of incidents over the weekend, following several days of heavy rain with accumulations exceeding 200 liters in large areas. The region of Andalusia bore the brunt of the storm, accounting for a total of 1,400 incidents. While serious incidents were largely avoided across the country, the province of Huelva experienced significant flooding on Saturday, November 15.

Spain: Storm Claudia Damages Andalusia, especially in Huelva

Storm Claudia began retreating from the Iberian Peninsula on Sunday. November 16, after causing thousands of incidents over the weekend, following several days of heavy rain with accumulations exceeding 200 liters in large areas. The region of Andalusia bore the brunt of the storm, accounting for a total of 1,400 incidents. While serious incidents were largely avoided across the country, the province of Huelva experienced significant flooding on Saturday, November 15.

Spain: Tenerife Activates Island Emergency Plan Amid Storm Claudia

In response to the arrival of Storm Claudia, which is forecast to bring heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds, Tenerife activated its Island Emergency Plan (PEIN) on Wednesday, November 12. The island is currently under an orange alert for adverse weather. As precautionary measures, the government has closed schools for the afternoon and restricted access to Teide National Park and all hiking trails.

US: Massive Shelf Cloud Caught on Time-Lapse Video Over Orland Park, Illinois

Severe thunderstorms swept through Chicago on Wednesday, July 16, bringing wind gusts up to 67 mph. The storm caused damage, including downed trees, power outages, and flight disruptions. This video captures a massive shelf cloud looming over the sky in Orland Park.

US: Lake-Effect Snow Prompts State Of Emergency Declarations In Northeast Ohio

Lake-effect snow buried northern parts of the U.S. over the weekend, bringing below-freezing temperatures. Much of Ohio experienced several inches of snowfall, leading to snow warnings across the region. Following a severe winter storm on Sunday, December 1, a state of emergency was declared in several northeastern counties.

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.

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.

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

(240117) -- DUQUE DE CAXIAS, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Volunteers unload donations at a distribution spot in Jardim das Flores, Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 16, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. The storm caused landslides, floods and the consequent disruption of public services in much of the northern part of Rio de Janeiro and neighboring municipalities such as Duque de Caxias, Sao Jose de Meriti, Belford Roxo and Nova Iguacu. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

(240117) -- DUQUE DE CAXIAS, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Volunteers unload donations at a distribution spot in Jardim das Flores, Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 16, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. The storm caused landslides, floods and the consequent disruption of public services in much of the northern part of Rio de Janeiro and neighboring municipalities such as Duque de Caxias, Sao Jose de Meriti, Belford Roxo and Nova Iguacu. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

(240117) -- DUQUE DE CAXIAS, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People choose clothes at a supporting spot in Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 16, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. The storm caused landslides, floods and the consequent disruption of public services in much of the northern part of Rio de Janeiro and neighboring municipalities such as Duque de Caxias, Sao Jose de Meriti, Belford Roxo and Nova Iguacu. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-FLOOD AFTERMATH-RECONSTRUCTION

(240117) -- DUQUE DE CAXIAS, Jan. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Volunteers carry donations in the floods in Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 16, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. The storm caused landslides, floods and the consequent disruption of public services in much of the northern part of Rio de Janeiro and neighboring municipalities such as Duque de Caxias, Sao Jose de Meriti, Belford Roxo and Nova Iguacu. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

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BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

(240116) -- RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan. 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Volunteers arrange donated food in Lote XV, Belford Roxo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 15, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

(240116) -- RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan. 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 15, 2024 shows a house and a car submerged in flood water in Lote XV, Belford Roxo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

(240116) -- RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan. 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Rescuers conduct rescue operation in Lote XV, Belford Roxo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 15, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

(240116) -- RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan. 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A resident walks through a flooded road in Lote XV, Belford Roxo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 15, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

(240116) -- RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan. 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Residents walk through a flooded road in Lote XV, Belford Roxo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 15, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

BRAZIL-RIO DE JANEIRO-STORM-AFTERMATH

(240116) -- RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan. 16, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A resident walks through a flooded road in Lote XV, Belford Roxo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Jan. 15, 2024. The death toll from the storm that hit the southeastern Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday has risen to 12, with two more people reported missing, Governor Claudio Castro announced on Monday. (Photo by Claudia Martini/Xinhua)