China: Strong Autumn Gusts Create “Leaf Vortex” in Henan Province

On November 24, 2025, in Henan, China, powerful gusts gathered fallen leaves into a circular motion, forming a swirling vortex on the pavement.

US: Cloud Rotation Spotted Near Coolidge, Arizona

A cloud rotation, believed to be a landspout or gustnado, was spotted in the northwest of Coolidge, Arizona, on Friday, September 26.

RECAP: Record Rain Batters Tokyo as Chiba Sees Tornado-Like Event

Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused extreme weather across the Kanto region on Thursday, September 11. In Tokyo, Setagaya Ward recorded 92.0 mm of rain and Ota Ward 88.5 mm in just one hour, with some central areas receiving over 100 mm. The intense downpours disrupted rail and airport services and caused rivers including the Yazawa and Tachiai to overflow. Meanwhile, in Chiba Prefecture, a tornado-like phenomenon was observed, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a “Tornado Advisory” for the Tokyo area.

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.

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.

Spain: Dust Devil Swirls Through Burnt Area in Puercas, Zamora

A dramatic dust devil was spotted swirling above the charred landscape of Puercas, in the province of Zamora, where a large wildfire had raged earlier this month. The phenomenon, resembling a small tornado, occurred in the burned-out hills after the flames had devastated thousands of hectares of forest.

Japan: Massive Dust Devil Forms in Kasugai City, Aichi Prefecture

A massive dust devil was spotted in a park in Kasugai City, central Japan on Sunday, August 24.

China: Dust Devil Spotted Whirling in Gobi Desert, Haixi

A dust devil appeared in the Gobi Desert, in Heidushan, Haixi, on August 17. According to Ms. Xia, who filmed the scene, the miniature tornado danced across the terrain like a restless spirit, leaving trails of dust behind as it shifted unpredictably over the barren land.

US: South Dakota Slammed by Multiple Tornadoes

Multiple tornadoes touched down in South Dakota on Monday, July 28. Tornado sightings were reported near Gregory, Burke, and Dixon.

US: Possible Tornado Caught on Camera Near Brownfield, Texas

A suspected tornado was seen swirling near Brownfield as severe storms swept through northwestern Texas on Thursday, May 29.

US: Tornado-Warned Storm Sweeps Northern Texas, Whipping Up Dust in Dickens

A tornado-warned storm moved through northern Texas on Sunday, May 25, bringing strong winds, and tornado threats, whipping up dust in Dickens.

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.

US: Possible Gustnado Spotted in Penwell, West Texas

A possible gustnado was spotted in Penwell, West Texas, on Monday, May 5, during a severe thunderstorm warning for the area.

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.

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.

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.

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.

US: Large Dust Devil Spotted In Amarillo, Texas

A large dust devil was spotted in Amarillo, Texas, on Friday, September 13.

US: Huge Dust Devil Spotted In Ritzville, WA

A huge dust devil was spotted in Ritzville, Adams County, Washington, on Friday, August 30.

US: Dust Devil Spotted In Hinton, Oklahoma On Independence Day

A dust devil was seen in Hinton, west-central Oklahoma, on Thursday, July 4, Independence Day.

US: ‘Coalnadoes’ Spotted In Braithwaite, Louisiana

Dark-colored dust devils kicking up coal dust, or coalnadoes were spotted in Braithwaite, Louisiana on Sunday, June 23.

US: ‘Coalnadoes’ Spotted In Braithwaite, Louisiana 2

Dark-colored dust devils kicking up coal dust, or coalnadoes were spotted in Braithwaite, Louisiana on Sunday, June 23.

US: Dust Devil Spotted In Olathe, Colorado

On Thursday, June 13, a huge dust devil was spotted in Olathe, Montrose County, southwestern Colorado.

US: Multiple Tornadoes Reported In Western Texas 2

Multiple tornadoes were reported in western Texas, including in Midland and Odessa, on Thursday, May 30. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for several counties.

US: Multiple Tornadoes Reported In Western Texas 5

Multiple tornadoes were reported in western Texas, including in Midland and Odessa, on Thursday, May 30. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for several counties.

US: Dual Tornadoes Spotted Near Midland International Airport

Dual tornadoes were spotted near the Midland International Airport on Thursday, May 30. Passengers were briefly evacuated to the airport's basement. Multiple tornadoes were reported in western Texas as the National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for several counties.

US: Dual Tornadoes Spotted Near Midland International Airport 2

Dual tornadoes were spotted near the Midland International Airport on Thursday, May 30. Passengers were briefly evacuated to the airport's basement. Multiple tornadoes were reported in western Texas as the National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for several counties.

US: Multiple Tornadoes Reported In Western Texas

Multiple tornadoes were reported in western Texas, including in Midland and Odessa, on Thursday, May 30. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for several counties.

US: Double Dust Devil Spotted In Western Iowa

Two dust devils roll down near a road between Sac City and Lytton in Iowa on Wednesday, May 29, whipping up dirt.

Japan: Dust Devil Sweeps Across Schoolyard During Sports Festival

A dust devil popped up and swept across a schoolyard in Morioka, northeast Japan on Saturday, May 25 surprising many students and parents who had gathered for a sports festival.

US: Blowing Dust Moves Into Illinois

Blowing dust moved into Illinois on Tuesday, May 21. Parts of Interstate 155 were closed near Hopedale in Tazewell County due to brownout conditions. The National Weather Service issued an emergency weather alert for central state.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail

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 gusty winds whipping up a haboob in Great Bend.

US: Derecho Pummels Kansas With Damaging Winds And Hail 2

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 gusty winds whipping up a haboob in Great Bend.

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.

US: Dust Devil Spotted Near Denver International Airport

A dust devil was spotted near the Denver International Airport, Colorado on Sunday, April 14.