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China: Video Shows Water Freezing Instantly Inside Sealed Bottle in Shaanxi

On January 2, 2026, in Shaanxi, a video captured a woman holding a bottle of mineral water outdoors on a cold winter day. The footage showed that when she gently shook the sealed bottle, the clear liquid inside suddenly turned into ice within seconds. The freezing process happened right before the camera, with the water changing from transparent to solid almost instantly, creating a visually dramatic and surprising effect.

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US: Massive Ice Volcano Forms at Letchworth State Park Amid Winter Weather Advisories

A massive "ice volcano" was formed at Letchworth State Park, spanning Livingston and Wyoming counties, in upstate New York, as a frozen fountain inched upward to create a spectacular icy geyser. The phenomenon occurred amid a Cold Weather Advisory for western New York, where dangerously low wind chills posed a severe risk of frostbite.

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China: Soap Bubbles Freeze Instantly in Minus 27°C Cold

On January 21, 2026, in Jilin, northeastern China, a video showed extremely cold outdoor conditions with temperatures reaching minus 27 degrees Celsius. A young boy was seen blowing soap bubbles into the air. As the bubbles floated and landed on a nearby table, they quickly froze into crystal-like bubbles. Their surfaces reflected colorful light, creating a sparkling appearance. When the frozen bubbles eventually broke, they turned into soft white fragments instead of liquid. The unusual effect could only be observed under severe winter conditions.

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China: Soap Bubbles Freeze Within Seconds in Extreme Cold

A Chinese blogger captured soap bubbles freezing almost instantly in minus 15°C temperatures on December 26, 2025, in Mohe, Heilongjiang.

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France: Paris Area Sees Snow After Storm, Driving Restrictions Stay in Place 2

Paris and surrounding areas woke up to several centimeters of snow on Sunday, November 23. Météo France lifted the related orange alert, though speed limits and driving restrictions remained in effect.

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France: Paris Area Sees Snow After Storm, Driving Restrictions Stay in Place

Paris and surrounding areas woke up to several centimeters of snow on Sunday, November 23. Météo France lifted the related orange alert, though speed limits and driving restrictions remained in effect.

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US: Spring Storm Brings Early May Snow to Colorado

Idaho Springs, central Colorado saw early May snow on Wednesday, May 7.

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US: Colorado Mountains See More Spring Snow, Winter Storm Warnings Issued

Heavy springtime snow continued to fall in the mountains of Colorado on Tuesday, May 6, as a Winter Storm Warning was in effect.

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US: Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow, Highway Closures to Northern Arizona

A winter storm struck northern Arizona on Thursday, March 13, bringing heavy snow to the area, causing multiple highway closures. A Snow Squall Warning was issued for Flagstaff.

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US: Winter Weather Brings Snow to Reno and Sierra Nevada Region

Winter weather returned to the Sierra Nevada, bringing snow to Reno and its surrounding areas on Thursday, March 6.

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US: Bitter Cold And Freezing Temperatures Hit Western New York

Cold weather hit New York on Monday, February 24, causing water pipes to freeze and icicles to form in Rochester and the surrounding areas.

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US: Heavy Snow Buries Midwest As Major Winter Storm Sweeps Across Nation 3

Millions remained under winter weather alerts as a major winter storm swept across much of the U.S., bringing heavy snow and freezing temperatures from the Midwest to the Northeast. This video was filmed on Thursday, February 20, in Aurora, Ohio.

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US: Heavy Snow Buries Midwest As Major Winter Storm Sweeps Across Nation 2

Millions remained under winter weather alerts as a major winter storm swept across much of the U.S., bringing heavy snow and freezing temperatures from the Midwest to the Northeast. This video was filmed on Thursday, February 20, in Cleveland, Ohio.

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US: Heavy Snow Buries Midwest As Major Winter Storm Sweeps Across Nation

Millions remained under winter weather alerts as a major winter storm swept across much of the U.S., bringing heavy snow and freezing temperatures from the Midwest to the Northeast. This video was filmed on Thursday, February 20, in Aurora, Ohio.

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US: Heavy Snow Blankets Northeast As Major Winter Storm Sweeps Across Nation

Millions remained under winter weather alerts as a major winter storm swept across much of the U.S., bringing heavy snow and freezing temperatures to the Northeast. This video was filmed on Thursday, February 20, in Rochester, New York.

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US: Oswego County Declares State Of Emergency Due To Lake-Effect Snow Whiteout 2

Oswego County issued a state of emergency on February 18 after whiteout conditions from a lake-effect storm continued for the third consecutive day.

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US: Oswego County Declares State Of Emergency Due To Lake-Effect Snow Whiteout

Oswego County issued a state of emergency on February 18 after whiteout conditions from a lake-effect storm continued for the third consecutive day.

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Canada: Powerful Winter Storm Slams Nova Scotia With Heavy Snow And Strong Winds

A powerful winter storm swept through Nova Scotia on Tuesday, February 18, dumping heavy snow and bringing strong winds.　Environment Canada issued wind warnings for much of the province.

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US: Winter Storm Brings Intense Lake-Effect Snow To Upstate New York

A winter storm dumped intense lake-effect snow in Upstate New York on Monday, February 17. The National Weather Service issued a lake-effect snow warning, with several feet of snow expected in communities along the Lake Ontario shoreline.

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Canada: Heavy Snowfall Causes Travel Disruptions In Southern Ontario

Heavy snowfall impacted road conditions, transit, and air travel in Southern Ontario on Sunday, February 16. Environment Canada issued a winter storm warning for the area and warned that blowing snow could reduce visibility.

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US: Winter Storm Dumps Up To A Foot Of Snow In Michigan

Widespread snowfall in Michigan left up to a foot and a half of snow in many areas of the state on Sunday, February 16.

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US: Heavy Snowfall And Icy Conditions Grip New England Amid Widespread Storm

A widespread storm swept across the Northeast, bringing heavy snowfall and icy conditions to parts of New England on Sunday, February 16. This video shows heavy snow falling in Hinesburg, Vermont.

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US: Another Winter Storm Hits, Bringing Heavy Snow To Kentucky After Devastating Floods

Another widespread winter storm hit the U.S., bringing heavy snow to Kentucky after the state was devastated by severe flooding over the weekend that killed 11 people.

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US: Heavy Lake-Effect Snow Hits Central New York, Weather Warning Issued

An intense lake-effect snowstorm hit Central New York on Thursday, February 13. The National Weather Service issued a lake-effect snow warning for several counties.

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US: Winter Storm Sweeps Through Michigan, Bringing Inches Of Snow

A winter storm brought inches of snow to a large area of Michigan on Thursday, February 13.

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US: Heavy Snow Hits Kentucky As Series Of Winter Storms Sweep Across Country 2

Another series of winter storms swept across wide areas of the U.S., bringing heavy snow, ice, and cold temperatures on Tuesday, February 11. This video shows heavy snow falling in Richmond, Kentucky.

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US: Lightning Captured During Freezing Rain In Oklahoma Early Morning 3

Videos shared on social media captured lightning during the freezing rain in Oklahoma early on Wednesday, February 12. Oklahoma experienced freezing rain, snow, and ice on Tuesday evening, continuing into Wednesday morning. A weather advisory has been issued due to the extreme cold temperatures and the potential for heavy snow and ice.

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US: Lightning Captured During Freezing Rain In Oklahoma Early Morning 4

Videos shared on social media captured lightning and thunder during the freezing rain in Oklahoma early on Wednesday, February 12. Oklahoma experienced freezing rain, snow, and ice on Tuesday evening, continuing into Wednesday morning. A weather advisory has been issued due to the extreme cold temperatures and the potential for heavy snow and ice.

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US: Lightning Captured During Freezing Rain In Oklahoma Early Morning 2

Videos shared on social media captured lightning during the freezing rain in Oklahoma early on Wednesday, February 12. Oklahoma experienced freezing rain, snow, and ice on Tuesday evening, continuing into Wednesday morning. A weather advisory has been issued due to the extreme cold temperatures and the potential for heavy snow and ice.

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US: Lightning Captured During Freezing Rain In Oklahoma Early Morning

Videos shared on social media captured lightning during the freezing rain in Oklahoma early on Wednesday, February 12. Oklahoma experienced freezing rain, snow, and ice on Tuesday evening, continuing into Wednesday morning. A weather advisory has been issued due to the extreme cold temperatures and the potential for heavy snow and ice.

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US: Series Of Winter Storms Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow To Delaware

Another series of winter storms swept across wide areas of the U.S., bringing heavy snow, ice, and cold temperatures on Tuesday, February 11. In Delaware and surrounding areas, accumulated snow and low visibility were reported.

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US: Series Of Winter Storms Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow To Delaware 2

Another series of winter storms swept across wide areas of the U.S., bringing heavy snow, ice, and cold temperatures on Tuesday, February 11. In Delaware and surrounding areas, accumulated snow and low visibility were reported.

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US: Heavy Snow Hits Kentucky As Series Of Winter Storms Sweep Across Country

Another series of winter storms swept across wide areas of the U.S., bringing heavy snow, ice, and cold temperatures on Tuesday, February 11. This video shows heavy snow falling in Frankfort, Kentucky.

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US: Winter Storm Sweeps Midwest To Northeast, Millions Affected 2

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported.

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US: Winter Storm Turns Central Park Into A Snowy Playground 2

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported. This video shows people enjoying the snow at Central Park.

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US: Winter Storm Turns Central Park Into A Snowy Playground

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported. This video shows people taking advantage of the weather and enjoying the snow at Central Park.

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Canada: Heavy Snowfall Hits Toronto As Winter Storm Sweeps Ontario

A winter storm struck Southern Ontario on Saturday, February 8, bringing several inches of snow to Toronto and surrounding areas. Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning and a winter weather travel advisory for the area.

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US: Winter Storm Sweeps Midwest To Northeast, Millions Affected

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported.

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Japan: Strong Cold Wave Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow And Disruptions 6

A strong cold wave continued to sweep across Japan on Friday, February 7, bringing heavy snow to a wide area, mainly along the Sea of Japan coast, throughout the weekend.

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Japan: Strong Cold Wave Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow And Disruptions 5

A strong cold wave continued to sweep across Japan on Friday, February 7, bringing heavy snow to a wide area, mainly along the Sea of Japan coast, throughout the weekend.

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Japan: Strong Cold Wave Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow And Disruptions 4

A strong cold wave continued to sweep across Japan on Friday, February 7, bringing heavy snow to a wide area, mainly along the Sea of Japan coast, throughout the weekend.

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Japan: Strong Cold Wave Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow And Disruptions 3

A strong cold wave continued to sweep across Japan on Friday, February 7, bringing heavy snow to a wide area, mainly along the Sea of Japan coast, throughout the weekend.

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Canada: Possible ‘Snownado’ Spotted In Southern Ontario Amid Blizzard Conditions

A possible 'snownado' was spotted in Dundalk, Ontario, on Thursday, February 6, amid blizzard conditions, as a low-pressure system moved into southern Ontario, bringing heavy snowfall.

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Japan: Strong Cold Wave Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow And Disruptions 2

A strong cold wave continued to sweep across Japan on Friday, February 7, bringing heavy snow to a wide area, mainly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Strong Cold Wave Sweeps Across Country, Bringing Heavy Snow And Disruptions

A strong cold wave continued to sweep across Japan on Friday, February 7, bringing heavy snow to a wide area, mainly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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US: Winter Storms Slam Midwest And Northeast With Heavy Snow And Ice

Winter storms swept across the Midwest and Northeast from late Wednesday, February 5, through Thursday, bringing heavy snow and ice to the region. This video captures heavy snowfall in Chili, New York, on Thursday.

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US: Cold Front Brings Blowing Snow And Strong Winds To Montana

A cold front moved into Montana on Monday, February 3, bringing colder temperatures and gusty winds. It caused blowing and drifting snow, reducing visibility in some areas.

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US: Snow Falls In Seattle As Winter Weather Sweeps Washington

Winter weather swept through Washington on Monday, February 3, bringing snow to the Seattle area as part of an atmospheric river event.

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US: Winter Storm Sweeps Much Of Colorado, Bringing Heavy Snow 2

A winter storm swept through much of Colorado on Thursday, January 30, bringing heavy snow and gusty winds, which caused delays or closures for some schools and businesses.

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US: Winter Storm Sweeps Much Of Colorado, Bringing Heavy Snow

A winter storm swept through much of Colorado on Thursday, January 30, bringing heavy snow and gusty winds, which caused delays or closures for some schools and businesses.