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US: Snow Hits Western North Carolina on St. Patrick’s Day

Western North Carolina traded its green for white this St. Patrick's Day as snow blanketed the region's mountain communities. Snow accumulated in higher elevations near the North Carolina-Tennessee state line, with several inches recorded across the area. The snowfall is part of a larger storm system that brought severe weather across much of the eastern United States from March 13 to 17, impacting nearly 200 million people with blizzards, tornadoes, and damaging winds.

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US: Overnight Severe Storm Batters Kentucky, Downing Trees and Damaging Structures

An overnight severe storm fueled by high winds left thousands of Kentucky residents without power on Monday, March 16, with tornado watches and warnings issued across much of the state. Fallen trees and structural damage were reported across the state, though no injuries were recorded.

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US: Large Hail Pounds Chicago Area as Severe Storm Sweeps Through Northern Illinois 5

Large hail struck the Chicago area on March 10, 2026, pelting parts of the region as a severe storm system moved through northern Illinois. A supercell thunderstorm moved across the southern and western Chicago suburbs, dropping hail ranging from 2 to locally 4 inches in diameter across the area. The storm also brought tornado warnings, damaging winds, and flash flooding threats across the region.

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US: Powerful Winds Whip Up Dust, Reducing Visibility in Wyoming

A powerful windstorm battered Southeast Wyoming on Thursday, March 12, toppling semitrailers, downing power lines, and damaging trees and buildings. Wind gusts reportedly reached up to 109 mph, with dozens of trucks overturned across the state, including more than 10 between Cheyenne and the Colorado state line. Officials said sustained winds around 60 mph and powerful gusts created hazardous conditions, forcing truck drivers to stop and wait out the storm.

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US: Large Hail Pounds Chicago Area as Severe Storm Sweeps Through Northern Illinois 4

Large hail struck the Chicago area on March 10, 2026, pelting parts of the region as a severe storm system moved through northern Illinois. A supercell thunderstorm moved across the southern and western Chicago suburbs, dropping hail ranging from 2 to locally 4 inches in diameter across the area. The storm also brought tornado warnings, damaging winds, and flash flooding threats across the region.

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US: Large Hail Pounds Chicago Area as Severe Storm Sweeps Through Northern Illinois 3

Large hail struck the Chicago area on March 10, 2026, pelting parts of the region as a severe storm system moved through northern Illinois. A supercell thunderstorm moved across the southern and western Chicago suburbs, dropping hail ranging from 2 to locally 4 inches in diameter across the area. The storm also brought tornado warnings, damaging winds, and flash flooding threats across the region.

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US: Powerful Cold Front Slams TN and KY, Bringing Strong Winds and Heavy Rain

A powerful cold front swept across parts of Tennessee and Kentucky on Wednesday, March 11, triggering a significant severe weather event with heavy rain and damaging winds.

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US: Hail Pounds Chicago Area as Severe Storm Sweeps Through Northern Illinois 2

Large hail struck the Chicago area on March 10, 2026, pelting parts of the region as a severe storm system moved through northern Illinois. A supercell thunderstorm moved across the southern and western Chicago suburbs, dropping hail ranging from 2 to locally 4 inches in diameter across the area. The storm also brought tornado warnings, damaging winds, and flash flooding threats across the region.

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US: Hail Pounds Chicago Area as Severe Storm Sweeps Through Northern Illinois

Large hail struck the Chicago area on March 10, 2026, pelting parts of the region as a severe storm system moved through northern Illinois. A supercell thunderstorm moved across the southern and western Chicago suburbs, dropping hail ranging from 2 to locally 4 inches in diameter across the area. The storm also brought tornado warnings, damaging winds, and flash flooding threats across the region.

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US: Northern Arizona Battered by Winter Storm, Whiteout Conditions Hit High Country

A powerful winter storm has rocked Northern Arizona, damaging power lines and forcing school closures in Flagstaff and at the Grand Canyon. On February 18, the National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning for gusts up to 60 mph, which combined with snowfall to create dangerous whiteout conditions. The Flagstaff Unified School District cancelled all classes as a result, and unsettled winter weather is expected to persist through the week.

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Madagascar: Dozens Killed as Cyclone Gezani Slams Toamasina 2

At least 31 people were killed after Cyclone Gezani slammed into Madagascar’s main port city of Toamasina late Tuesday, February 10, bringing winds of up to 250 km/h, collapsing homes, injuring dozens and displacing more than 6,000 people.

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Madagascar: Dozens Killed as Cyclone Gezani Slams Toamasina

At least 31 people were killed after Cyclone Gezani slammed into Madagascar’s main port city of Toamasina late Tuesday, February 10, bringing winds of up to 250 km/h, collapsing homes, injuring dozens and displacing more than 6,000 people.

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Colombia: Heavy Rain Hits Medellín, Causing Floods and Damage 2

On January 28, 2026, heavy rainfall in Medellín triggered multiple flooding emergencies, especially in the southeastern area of El Poblado. Overflowing of the La Presidenta creek flooded streets and prompted authorities to advise using alternative routes. The storm also caused fallen trees and a collapsed wall, damaging vehicles and public spaces, though no injuries were reported. In addition, lightning strikes affected the city, temporarily suspending operation of all six Metro cable cars before service was restored. Residents were advised to stay indoors and report emergencies via local authorities.

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Colombia: Heavy Rain Hits Medellín, Causing Floods and Damage

On January 28, 2026, heavy rainfall in Medellín triggered multiple flooding emergencies, especially in the southeastern area of El Poblado. Overflowing of the La Presidenta creek flooded streets and prompted authorities to advise using alternative routes. The storm also caused fallen trees and a collapsed wall, damaging vehicles and public spaces, though no injuries were reported. In addition, lightning strikes affected the city, temporarily suspending operation of all six Metro cable cars before service was restored. Residents were advised to stay indoors and report emergencies via local authorities.

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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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US: Tornado Warnings Issued Across Central Illinois as Cold Front Brings Damaging Winds

The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings and watches across much of central Illinois on Sunday, December 28, as a powerful cold front moved through the state, bringing threats of damaging winds and tornadoes. A confirmed tornado was reported in Long Creek, near Decatur, where flying debris caused damage to roofs, windows, and trees.

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US: Hurricane-Force Winds Cause Widespread Power Outages in Colorado

Hurricane-force winds across Colorado downed power lines and left thousands without electricity, causing 185 flight delays at Denver International Airport and forcing multiple school districts to close on Thursday, December 18.

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US: Severe Tornado Hits Harris County, Texas, Damaging 100+ Homes 2

A tornado struck Harris County, Texas, on Monday, November 24, damaging over 100 homes in the Houston area. No injuries were reported. The storm, caused by severe supercell thunderstorms, ripped off roofs and scattered debris, prompting a tornado watch and severe thunderstorm warnings from the National Weather Service.

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US: Hailstorm Hits Phoenix, Coating Roads and Triggering Flash Floods 3

A hailstorm swept through the Phoenix area Wednesday afternoon (November 19), coating roads in white and triggering flash floods.

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US: Hailstorm Hits Phoenix, Coating Roads and Triggering Flash Floods 2

A hailstorm swept through the Phoenix area Wednesday afternoon (November 19), coating roads in white and triggering flash floods.

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US: Hailstorm Hits Phoenix, Coating Roads and Triggering Flash Floods

A hailstorm swept through the Phoenix area Wednesday afternoon (November 19), coating roads in white and triggering flash floods.

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Philippines: Storm Surge Hits Coastal Area Ahead of Fung-wong Makes Landfall 2

Typhoon Fung-wong (Uwan) caused severe flooding and landslides across the Philippines, leaving at least 18 people dead and forcing over 1.4 million to 2 million people to evacuate. Hundreds of areas remain flooded, infrastructure has been damaged, and power outages continue in several provinces. The typhoon made landfall as a super typhoon before weakening and moving northwest, as the country was still recovering from Typhoon Kalmaegi.

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Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 7

Typhoon Fung-wong (Uwan) caused severe flooding and landslides across the Philippines, leaving at least 18 people dead and forcing over 1.4 million to 2 million people to evacuate. Hundreds of areas remain flooded, infrastructure has been damaged, and power outages continue in several provinces. The typhoon made landfall as a super typhoon before weakening and moving northwest, as the country was still recovering from Typhoon Kalmaegi.

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Philippines: Storm Surge Hits Coastal Area Ahead of Fung-wong Makes Landfall

This video shows storm surge hitting the coastal community of Purok Maya-Maya, Dingalan, Aurora Province on Sunday, November 9 as Super Typhoon Fung-wong approached the Philippines. Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall around 9:00 p.m. on Sunday in Aurora Province, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people had evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least four people were killed, according to reports.

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Brazil: Cyclone Hits Paraná, Brings Tornado, Strong Winds, Heavy Rain

An extratropical cyclone and a cold front brought heavy rain and strong winds across Paraná from the afternoon of Friday, November 7, into early Saturday, November 8. In Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, a tornado killed at least six people and injured around 750, causing extensive damage.

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Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 6

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall on Sunday, November 9, in Aurora Province, Luzon, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least four people were killed, according to reports.

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Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 3

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall on Sunday, November 9, in Aurora Province, Luzon, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least four people were killed, according to reports.

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Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 4

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall on Sunday, November 9, in Aurora Province, Luzon, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least four people were killed, according to reports.

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Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 5

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall on Sunday, November 9, in Aurora Province, Luzon, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least four people were killed, according to reports.

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Philippines: Typhoon Fung-wong Brings Damaging Winds, Forces Mass Evacuation 2

Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan, made landfall on Sunday, November 9, in Aurora Province, Luzon, with winds of around 185 km/h. Over a million people evacuated as heavy rains and strong winds cut power across Luzon. At least two people were killed, according to reports.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 3

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 2

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 4

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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China: Typhoon Ragasa Shatters Balcony Door in Jiangmen

On September 24, 2025, in Jiangmen, Guangdong, a video captured the frightening scene as Typhoon Ragasa swept through the city. Powerful winds instantly blasted apart a balcony glass door.

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Macau: Aftermath of Super Typhoon Ragasa With Hurricane-Force Winds

Super Typhoon Ragasa brought hurricane-force winds, heavy rain, and storm surge risks to Macau. Authorities issued Signal No. 10, the highest typhoon warning, suspended schools, transport, and bridges, and activated evacuation plans.

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RECAP: Super Typhoon Ragasa Lashes Northern Philippines

Super Typhoon Ragasa, locally called Nando, battered northern Philippines with torrential rain and strong winds, causing floods, deadly landslides, and widespread destruction. The storm killed at least nine people: seven from a capsized fishing boat off Cagayan province, one in a landslide in Benguet, and one who drowned in La Union. About 192,000 people across 950 villages were affected. Communities were submerged, homes destroyed, and roads blocked by debris.

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Philippines: Super Typhoon Ragasa Slams Northern Islands, Over 10,000 Evacuated 5

Super Typhoon Ragasa (Nando) struck the northern Philippines on Monday, September 22, with winds up to 285 km/h, forcing over 10,000 people to evacuate across northern and central Luzon, according to the government. The storm damaged homes, schools, and power lines, and led to closures of schools and government offices, including in Manila. Despite slight weakening, authorities warned of life-threatening storm surges, floods, and landslides.

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Hong Kong: T10 Highest Warning Issued as Typhoon Ragasa Approaches 8

The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10, early on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the city with hurricane-force winds, after ripping through northern Philippines, leaving at least three people dead.

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China: Typhoon Ragasa Hits Guangdong, Floods Zhuhai Coastline

Typhoon Ragasa made landfall on the coast of Hailing Island, part of Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province, southern China, on Wednesday, September 24, at around 17:00. This video shows the flooded coastline of Zhuhai, a city located about 140 km east of Yangjiang.

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Hong Kong: T10 Highest Warning Issued as Typhoon Ragasa Approaches 7

The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10, early on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the city with hurricane-force winds, after ripping through northern Philippines, leaving at least three people dead.

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Taiwan: At Least 14 Dead as Typhoon Ragasa Brings Severe Weather

Super Typhoon Ragasa battered Taiwan on Tuesday, September 23, unleashing strong winds and heavy rainfall. In the eastern county of Hualien, at least 14 people were killed and 124 are missing due to flooding. Flights were also canceled due to the severe weather.

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Hong Kong: T10 Highest Warning Issued as Typhoon Ragasa Approaches 6

The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10, early on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the city with hurricane-force winds, after ripping through northern Philippines, leaving at least three people dead. The video shows streetlights swaying in the strong wind and a ventilation fan spinning rapidly.

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US: Large Hail Batters North Texas as Severe Storms Sweep Through 4

Strong winds and large hail battered North Texas on Sunday, August 21, as severe storms swept through the area.

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Hong Kong: T10 Highest Warning Issued as Typhoon Ragasa Approaches 5

The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10, early on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the city with hurricane-force winds, after ripping through northern Philippines, leaving at least three people dead.

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Hong Kong: Huge Waves Pound Coastline as Typhoon Ragasa Sweeps Past

Huge waves crashed along the Hong Kong shoreline on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa passed south of the city, bringing hurricane-force winds.

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Hong Kong: T10 Highest Warning Issued as Typhoon Ragasa Approaches 4

The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10, early on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the city with hurricane-force winds, after ripping through northern Philippines, leaving at least three people dead.

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Hong Kong: T10 Highest Warning Issued as Typhoon Ragasa Approaches 2

The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10, early on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the city with hurricane-force winds, after ripping through northern Philippines, leaving at least three people dead.

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Macau: Super Typhoon Ragasa Brings Hurricane-Force Winds and Heavy Rain

Super Typhoon Ragasa brought hurricane-force winds, heavy rain, and storm surge risks to Macau. Authorities issued Signal No. 10, the highest typhoon warning, suspended schools, transport, and bridges, and activated evacuation plans. Ragasa is expected to make landfall in western Guangdong Province in the afternoon.