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China: 25-Story Hotel Toppled in Controlled Blast in Chongqing

On May 25, 2025, a video captured the controlled demolition of the 25-story Huatiel Hotel at Caiyuanba Railway Station in Chongqing, China. Using precision explosives installed on the lower floors, the structure collapsed backward within seconds, sending up a massive cloud of dust while neighboring buildings remained completely intact.

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China: Crab Seen Releasing Black Smoke-Like Plumes in Fujian

A crab in Fujian, China, was seen releasing thick black smoke-like streams from its mouth on October 25, 2025, astonishing viewers online. Video shows the crab sitting in a tank as dark plumes cloud the water, leaving onlookers baffled by the strange phenomenon.

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China: Sharp Cloud Boundary Moves Quickly Across Hubei Sky

On November 12, 2025, in Hubei, the video captured the cold front moving overhead, with dense clouds on one side and bright blue sky on the other, creating a boundary that looked as if the sky had been cut open.

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China: Man Uses Electric Racket Zaps Massive Mosquito Swarm in Shanghai

On May 30, 2025, in Shanghai, China, a video captured a man standing outdoors, swinging an electric mosquito racket through a thick cloud of mosquitoes. Each sweep of the swatter produced a burst of crackling sparks, lighting up the darkness as the insects were zapped midair.

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China: Whirlwind Blows Away Wedding Tent in Guangdong

A video from Zhaoqing, China, captured the moment a whirlwind struck an outdoor wedding-style banquet tent on October 16, blowing the tent, tablecloths and decorations out.

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China: Swarming Insects Create Ominous Scene Under City Lights in Hunan

This video, captured in Hunan on September 7, shows a troubling nighttime scene where swarms of flying insects gathered in massive clusters, forming a dense, dark cloud under the city lights. Experts explained online that these were not locusts but rather whiteflies or planthoppers.

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Japan: Dashcam Captures Truck Crash on Expressway, Cargo Flies into Opposite Lane

Just after 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 23, a medium-sized cargo truck collided with the central divider on the Tohoku Expressway in Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture, causing the gas cylinders it was carrying to fall and involved three vehicles traveling in the opposite lane. A dashcam in one of the vehicles on the opposite lane captured the accident, showing the truck kicking up a cloud of dust and its cargo flying across to the other side.

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Japan: Tornado-Like Phenomenon Spotted in Kisarazu, Chiba 2

On the afternoon of September 11, 2025, a tornado-like phenomenon was observed in Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo. This video was filmed in the Kaneda area along Tokyo Bay. At the time, thunderclouds were rapidly developing over the Kanto region, and the Japan Meteorological Agency had issued a “Tornado Advisory” for the Tokyo area.

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Japan: Tornado-Like Phenomenon Spotted in Kisarazu, Chiba

On the afternoon of September 11, 2025, a tornado-like phenomenon was observed in Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo. This video was filmed in the Kaneda area along Tokyo Bay. At the time, thunderclouds were rapidly developing over the Kanto region, and the Japan Meteorological Agency had issued a “Tornado Advisory” for the Tokyo area.

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China: Ominous Clouds Spotted Ahead of Torrential Downpour in Ulanqab

This video captures the sky turning ominously dark as massive black clouds gathered before a torrential downpour in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, on August 15, creating a scene reminiscent of an ancient poem.

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US: Waterspout Seen Off Coastline of Carolinas Amid Marine Warning

A water spout was seen off the coastline of Carolinas on Thursday, August 14 amid a tornado and marine warnings. This video shows a waterspout that was touched down just off the coast of Myrtle Beach.

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China: Golden Sunbeams Break Through Clouds Over Lake Fuxian in Yuxi

This video captures a rare atmospheric scene over Lake Fuxian in Yuxi, Yunnan, as golden beams of sunlight pierced through dense clouds, illuminating the lake’s surface on July 29.

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China: Rare ‘Cloud Waterfall’ Stuns Tourists on Laowang Mountain

On July 31, 2025, tourists climbing Laowang Mountain in Liupanshui, Guizhou, encountered a rare “cloud waterfall” — massive waves of mist cascading down the slopes like a roaring galaxy. The video shows visitors filming the surreal scene as clouds rolled over the peak, creating a once‑in‑a‑lifetime spectacle.

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US: Tornado Warning Issued, Sirens Sound Over Cheyenne

A tornado warning was issued near the border of Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming on Friday, August 1. This video shows sirens blaring over Cheyenne, Wyoming, as a tornado-warned storm with lightning moved in.

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China: Rainbow Cloud Appears Over Storm in Shantou, Guangdong

Residents of Shantou, Guangdong, witnessed a breathtaking natural phenomenon on July 26. As storm clouds filled the sky, a vivid iridescent cloud—also known as a “rainbow cloud”—appeared above the dark mass. The colorful formation glowed with rainbow-like hues, resembling a radiant halo that gave the storm a magical, almost surreal aura.

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US: Tornado Sirens Blare as Tornado-Producing Storms Sweep Through Minnesota

Severe thunderstorms prompted multiple weather warnings for threats including tornadoes, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail as they swept through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Paynesville.

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US: Rainbow Brightens St. Cloud Sunset Amid Severe Weather Warning

Severe thunderstorms prompted multiple weather warnings for threats including tornadoes, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail as they swept through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27. This video shows a huge rainbow spotted over the sunset sky in St. Cloud amid a severe thunderstorm warning.

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China: Cloud Formation Resembling Sniper Captured in Night Sky

A cloud formation resembling a sniper was spotted in the night sky over Zhejiang, China, on July 20, 2025. Footage captured by a resident showed a surreal silhouette of a figure in a sniping position, sparking amazement online.

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China: Ominous Wall of Clouds Engulfs Sky Over Liuzhou, Guangxi

A massive wall of dark clouds rolled over Liuzhou, Guangxi, on June 23. The video captures the intense moment as thick black clouds suddenly engulfed the sky above the city. The dramatic scene stunned many viewers, with the sky resembling something out of a disaster movie.

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China: Ominous Clouds Captured Near Hainan as Typhoon Wipha Approaches

On July 19, 2025, a resident in Hainan, China, captured the ominous approach of Typhoon Wipha as dark, swirling clouds loomed over the sea. The video showed the typhoon’s outer bands turning the sky gray and turbulent, creating an eerie sense of pressure as the storm neared the coast.

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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.

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China: Stunning Cloud Sea Rolls Through Mountain Range in Hebei

On July 4, 2025, in Hebei, China, thick clouds swept over a mountain, creating a breathtaking sight. The video showed dense mist flowing through valleys and spilling over ridges, transforming the landscape into a moving sea of fog.

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US: Storm Cloud Rolls Into New Jersey Amid Tornado Warning

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado swept through New Jersey on Tuesday, July 8, prompting a tornado warning for several counties. This video shows the storm cloud rolling into Columbus in Burlington County.

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US: Possible Tornado Whips Debris Into Air in Pinellas County, Florida 2

A possible tornado touched down in Pinellas County, Florida on Wednesday, June 25 as severe thunderstorms brought rain and hail to the region. This video shows pieces of debris flying through the air in Clearwater.

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US: Possible Tornado Whips Debris Into Air in Largo, Florida

A possible tornado touched down in Pinellas County, Florida on Wednesday, June 25 as severe thunderstorms brought rain and hail to the region. This video shows pieces of debris flying through the air in Largo.

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US: Tornado Touchdowns Reported in Southeastern Minnesota

Multiple tornadoes were reportedly spotted in Freeborn County, Minnesota on Wednesday afternoon, June 25, as severe weather moved through southeastern Minnesota and northern Iowa. This video shows what appears to be a tornado near Hartland.

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US: Tornado Touchdowns Reported in Southeastern Minnesota 2

Multiple tornadoes were reportedly spotted across southeastern Minnesota on Wednesday, June 25, as severe weather moved through the area. This video shows what appears to be a tornado near Lake City.

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China: UFO-Shaped Cloud Spotted Over Jilin Sky

This video captures a UFO-shaped cloud floating in the sky over Jilin on June 7. The sharply defined formation resembled a classic flying saucer and drifted effortlessly above the skyline.

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US: Severe Storms Bring Tornado Threats to North Texas

A severe thunderstorm moved through northern Texas on Sunday, June 8, bringing strong winds, large size hail, and tornado threats. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Richardson amid multiple warnings across the state.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Large Hail to West Texas

A severe thunderstorm moved through Texas on Sunday, June 8, bringing strong winds, large hail, and tornado threats. This video shows hail pelting a household swimming pool in Big Spring, Texas.

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China: Cloud Fall Cascades Over Nanchuan’s Jinfo Mountain

This is the stunning moment that a mesmerizing waterfall cascaded down the eastern slope of Jinfo Mountain, leaving viewers in awe with its “cloud fall”-like appearance. On May 10, 2025, in Nanchuan District, Chongqing, the video showed thick white clouds dramatically tumbling down the mountain slope like a massive waterfall. The breathtaking spectacle occurred at the eastern foothills of Jinfo Mountain, a region that is known for its unique topography, which contributed to the formation of such rare natural phenomena. In the video, the clouds poured over the ridge in powerful streams, creating the illusion of liquid mist plunging from the peak. According to local meteorological explanations, the “cloud fall” was formed due to a specific combination of warm and cool airflows along the mountain slope. When temperatures rose on one side of the mountain, clouds were pushed by the wind toward the cooler side, creating a “cloud fall”. The video ended with the rolling clouds continuing their dramatic descent, blanketing the forested slopes below in a sea of mist.

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US: Sirens Blare as Tornado Touches Down in Norman, Oklahoma

This video captures tornado sirens blaring in Norman, Oklahoma on Tuesday, June 3 as a tornado was confirmed near the city.

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China: Brief Appearance of Seven-Colored Cloud Amazes Locals in Hubei

This rare moment captures an iridescent cloud spotted in the sky, as a local resident managed to film the fleeting phenomenon before it vanished within minutes. Filmed on May 30, 2025, in Enshi, Hubei Province, China, the video shows a vibrant, seven-colored cloud glowing above the skyline. The shimmering formation, commonly known as a "rainbow auspicious cloud", was visible for only about two minutes before fading into the atmosphere.

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US: Massive Shelf Cloud Looms Over Central Florida Skies

A massive, ominous shelf cloud was seen over eastern Central Florida, Florida on Thursday, May 29.

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US: Huge Shelf Cloud Seen Over Follett, Texas

A huge, dramatic shelf cloud forms ahead of a powerful thunderstorm over the Oklahoma-Texas border on Wednesday, May 28. This video was taken in Follett.

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Chile: Powerful Tornado Rips Through Southern City of Puerto Varas, Damages Buildings 2

A powerful tornado struck the city of Puerto Varas in southern Chile on Sunday afternoon, May 25, damaging several buildings in downtown and surrounding areas. The video shows a room with its window shattered into pieces following the tornado's passage.

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China: Tornado Hits Xinyi in Maoming, Sparks Fly as Power Lines Knocked Down

This is the terrifying moment that a tornado swept through Maoming, sending sparks flying as it likely tore down power lines. On Tuesday, May 20,2025, between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m., the video showed a powerful tornado forming in Lixu Community, Yudu Subdistrict, Xinyi City. Dark clouds churned overhead as the twister tore across the area, with visible sparks suggesting that electrical wires had been brought down in the chaos. The swirling column of wind stirred dust and debris, while frightened voices were heard in the background as the tornado intensified. According to on-site confirmation by staff from the Xinyi Meteorological Bureau, the tornado caused damage in parts of the city, particularly to a furniture factory housed in a metal structure. The video ended with the tornado moving further into the distance, leaving behind a trail of wreckage and anxious onlookers.

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US: Significant Damage Reported in Kansas After Tornado-Producing Storm

Several tornadoes touched down in Kansas on Sunday, May 18, damaging homes, trees, and power lines as a powerful storm swept through the area. There are no reports of any injuries or deaths. This video was shot in Stockton, Kansas. According to the filmer, she was almost certain that the tree had been struck by lightning.

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US: Ominous Shelf Cloud Looms Over Central Tennessee as Thunderstorms Roll Through

Severe thunderstorms rolled through the U.S. South and Southeast on Thursday, May 8, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and intense hail. This video shows an ominous shelf cloud looming over north of Cookeville, TN.

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France: PSG Fans Flood Paris Streets After Champions League Semi-Final Victory 2

Following Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) 2-1 victory over Arsenal on Wednesday night, May 7, PSG fans filled the streets of Paris to celebrate their team reaching the Champions League final for only the second time in the club's history. The jubilant celebrations included fireworks and car horns honking throughout the city. The video shows the girls in the car honked at the supporters who were crossing and the supporters banged the car to celebrate.

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US: Huge Dust Cloud Kicked up by Winds Amid Tornado-Warned Storm in Nebraska 3

Severe storms swept through eastern Nebraska and western Iowa on Thursday, April 17, resulting in significant damage and reports of multiple tornadoes. The video shows damaging winds whipping up dust in York County, Nebraska, where a tornado watch was in effect.

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US: Multiple Tornadoes Reported in Nebraska and Iowa

Multiple tornadoes and dust clouds were reported in Nebraska and Iowa on April 17, due to supercell thunderstorms. A video captures a rotating storm cloud about 10 miles west of I-29 in Bartlett, Fremont County, Iowa, moments before a possible tornado fully rotated.

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US: Tornado Touches Down Near Omaha, Nebraska 5

A tornado was reported in Douglas County near Omaha, Nebraska, on Thursday, April 17, prompting tornado warnings across the state and Iowa. This video, taken from Crescent, Iowa, shows a possible tornado spotted north of Omaha.

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US: Sirens Blare as Arkansas Under Tornado Warning

A severe thunderstorm, with a threat of tornadoes, moved into Arkansas on April 20. The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings and watches across a large portion of the state. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Rockwater Village, North Little Rock.

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US: Aftermath Left by Tornado in Lake City, Arkansas

A powerful EF-3 tornado struck Lake City, Arkansas, on Wednesday night, April 2nd, 2025, causing widespread damage. This video shows damaged solar panels and downed trees after severe weather.

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US: Huge Dust Cloud Kicked up by Winds Amid Tornado-Warned Storm in Nebraska 2

Severe storms swept through eastern Nebraska and western Iowa on Thursday, April 17, resulting in significant damage and reports of multiple tornadoes. The video shows damaging winds whipping up dust in York County, Nebraska, where a tornado watch was in effect.

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US: Huge Dust Cloud Kicked up by Winds Amid Tornado-Warned Storm in Nebraska

Severe storms swept through eastern Nebraska and western Iowa on Thursday, April 17 resulting in significant damage and reports of multiple tornadoes. The video shows a dust cloud kicked up by strong winds in Dodge County, Nebraska. A tornado warning was issued for the county, but no tornado was confirmed there.

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US: Tornado Touches Down Near Omaha, Nebraska 3

A tornado was reported in Douglas County near Omaha, Nebraska on Thursday, April 17, prompting tornado warnings across the state and Iowa. This video was shot from across the river in Iowa a few miles north of Council Bluffs on Interstate 29.

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US: Tornado Touches Down Near Omaha, Nebraska

A tornado was reported in Douglas County near Omaha, Nebraska on Thursday, April 17, prompting tornado warnings across the state and Iowa. This video shows a possible tornado spotted from Eppley Airfield.

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US: Tornado Touches Down Near Omaha, Nebraska 2

A tornado was reported in Douglas County near Omaha, Nebraska on Thursday, April 17, prompting tornado warnings across the state and Iowa. This video shows a possible tornado spotted from Crescent, Iowa, north of Omaha with sirens blaring.