Canada: Wildfire in Alberta Forces Evacuations Near Edmonton

A wildfire broke out Thursday, May 28 in Barrhead County, northwest of Edmonton, Alberta, prompting a state of local emergency. Evacuation orders were issued for the Summerlea and Thunder Lake subdivisions. Firefighting crews have since contained structural fires in the area, allowing Summerlea residents to return home, while Thunder Lake residents remain evacuated.

China: Man’s Hair Stands As Lightning Strikes Nearby At Sayram Lake

A man's hair stood due to static while sitting by a lake in Xinjiang on June 13. This footage captured the moment the man's hair at the back of his head stood right after he touched the ground and before a lightning struck nearby.

US: Heavy Downpours Cause Flooding In Parts Of Eastern Florida

Heavy rains caused localized flooding in parts of Florida's Volusia and Flagler Counties on Tuesday, June 11. Ormond Beach, Daytona Beach, Lake Helen, Deltona, Orange City, and DeBary saw the heaviest rainfall.

US: Severe Weather Prompts Tornado Watch In Central Texas 2

Severe weather prompted tornado watches across central Texas on Wednesday, May 22. A tornado was reported in Temple on Wednesday evening with footage on social media showing ferocious winds, hail, and damage to homes. This footage shows heavy rain and hail in Lake Dallas, Texas.

US: Severe Storms Lash Southwest Louisiana

Severe storms hit southwest Louisiana on early Wednesday, April 10, with strong winds and rain. Power outage affected thousand of households. This video shows lashing winds and rain in Lake Charles, LA.