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US: Aspen Acres Fire Sends Smoke Cloud Soaring to 32,000 Feet

Footage filmed from an aircraft flying alongside the Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado shows a massive pyrocumulus cloud, formed by the fire's intense heat, towering to an altitude of 32,000 feet. The wildfire, which has burned more than 50,000 acres in Pueblo and Custer counties with zero containment as of Thursday, July 2, has produced extreme fire behavior driven by record-low humidity and windy conditions.

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China: Towering Wall of Dust Engulfs Highway as Driver Passes Through Sandstorm in Qinghai

Filmed in Haixi, Qinghai, on September 19, 2025, this video shows a driver entering a massive sandstorm on a remote desert highway. A towering wall of dust engulfs the road, reducing visibility to near zero and turning the surroundings orange as vehicles proceed slowly with their lights on. After several minutes inside the storm, the driver emerges beneath clear blue skies, capturing the dramatic contrast between the sandstorm and the calm conditions beyond.

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China: Giant Hailstones Pound Yunnan in Violent Storm

On March 15, 2026, giant hailstones pounded Pu'er, Yunnan, China, as a violent storm struck the region. The unusually large hailstones fell rapidly, bouncing off the ground with a loud crashing sound and covering roads and open areas. The intense storm reduced visibility and created hazardous conditions across the area.

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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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Japan: Cedar Pollen Reaches Its Peak With Heavy Dispersal Reported 3

Cedar pollen levels reached their peak across a wide area of Japan, including Tokyo, on Saturday, February 28, as strong winds and rising temperatures created ideal conditions for mass dispersal. In several regions, a "pollen corona" was observed around the sun, a visual phenomenon indicating an extreme concentration of pollen in the atmosphere.

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Japan: Cedar Pollen Reaches Its Peak With Heavy Dispersal Reported 5

Cedar pollen levels reached their peak across a wide area of Japan, including Tokyo, on Saturday, February 28, as strong winds and rising temperatures created ideal conditions for mass dispersal. In several regions, a "pollen corona" was observed around the sun, a visual phenomenon indicating an extreme concentration of pollen in the atmosphere.

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Japan: Cedar Pollen Reaches Its Peak With Heavy Dispersal Reported 4

Cedar pollen levels reached their peak across a wide area of Japan, including Tokyo, on Saturday, February 28, as strong winds and rising temperatures created ideal conditions for mass dispersal. In several regions, a "pollen corona" was observed around the sun, a visual phenomenon indicating an extreme concentration of pollen in the atmosphere.

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Japan: Cedar Pollen Reaches Its Peak With Heavy Dispersal Reported

Cedar pollen levels reached their peak across a wide area of Japan, including Tokyo, on Saturday, February 28, as strong winds and rising temperatures created ideal conditions for mass dispersal. In several regions, a "pollen corona" was observed around the sun, a visual phenomenon indicating an extreme concentration of pollen in the atmosphere.

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Japan: Cedar Pollen Reaches Its Peak With Heavy Dispersal Reported 2

Cedar pollen levels reached their peak across a wide area of Japan, including Tokyo, on Saturday, February 28, as strong winds and rising temperatures created ideal conditions for mass dispersal. In several regions, a "pollen corona" was observed around the sun, a visual phenomenon indicating an extreme concentration of pollen in the atmosphere.

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US: Extreme Cold Watch in Effect in Iowa as Strong Gusts Create Dangerous Conditions

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Iowa, warning of high winds, snow, and an extended period of low temperatures. A wind advisory remained in effect until 11 p.m. Wednesday, January 21, for several counties. In northern and northeastern Iowa, strong gusts caused blowing snow and reduced visibility, potentially triggering blizzard conditions.

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US: Chicago Sees Another Round of Snow as Season Totals Surge

Overnight snowfall early Sunday, December 7, pushed Chicago’s seasonal total past 17 inches—the fastest since 1978. More than 200 city trucks cleared roads before dawn, helping residents manage slick travel conditions.

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Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Rescuers distribute bottled water to people affected by flooding in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

Flood-affected people are transported to safe areas by boat in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

A rescue boat is transported by a crane truck through a flooded street in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

People wade through a flooded area in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Dec. 1, 2025. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cyclone Ditwah Devastates All of Sri Lanka

This photo taken on Dec. 1, 2025 shows a flooded area in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The death toll from extreme weather conditions hitting Sri Lanka has risen to 410, while 336 people remain missing, the country's Disaster Management Center said Tuesday, on December 2, 2025. Photo by Gayan Sameera/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Blizzard Conditions Sweep Michigan as Lake-Effect Snow Intensifies

An early-season winter storm is bringing blizzard conditions and heavy lake-effect snow across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and northern Lower regions through Thanksgiving, creating hazardous travel conditions.

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China: Man Survives Night Trapped in Narrow Ice Crevasse in Chengdu

On November 18, 2025, in Chengdu, Sichuan, the video captured the man struggling to pull himself out of a narrow ice crack after an entire night of being stuck inside. The morning light revealed the jagged walls around him as he pushed through the cold and fatigue, inching closer to the surface until he finally managed to escape. He was later taken to a hospital, where doctors confirmed that he had survived the ordeal and was receiving treatment while working toward recovery.

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US: Dangerous Lake-Effect Snowstorm Threatens Midwest and Great Lakes 9

A powerful winter storm, fueled by lake-effect snow, swept the Midwest and Great Lakes, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions.

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US: Dangerous Lake-Effect Snowstorm Threatens Midwest and Great Lakes 6

A powerful winter storm, fueled by lake-effect snow, swept the Midwest and Great Lakes, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions.

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US: Dangerous Lake-Effect Snowstorm Threatens Midwest and Great Lakes 5

A powerful winter storm, fueled by lake-effect snow, is sweeping the Midwest and Great Lakes, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions.

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US: Dangerous Lake-Effect Snowstorm Threatens Midwest and Great Lakes 4

A powerful winter storm, fueled by lake-effect snow, is sweeping the Midwest and Great Lakes, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions.

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US: Dangerous Lake-Effect Snowstorm Threatens Midwest and Great Lakes 2

A powerful winter storm, fueled by lake-effect snow, swept the Midwest and Great Lakes on Sunday, November 9, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions.

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US: Dangerous Lake-Effect Snowstorm Threatens Midwest and Great Lakes 3

A powerful winter storm, fueled by lake-effect snow, is sweeping the Midwest and Great Lakes, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions.

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US: Dangerous Lake-Effect Snowstorm Threatens Midwest and Great Lakes

A powerful winter storm, fueled by lake-effect snow, swept the Midwest and Great Lakes on Sunday, November 9, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions.

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Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Several houses seen suffered complete roof collapses due to severe extreme weather conditions marked by heavy rain and flooding in the USU Residence III subsidized housing complex located in Patumbak, Deli Serdang, Indonesia, on Friday, September 26, 2025. The extensive damage suffered by many homes raises significant concerns about the quality and structural resilience of subsidized housing in the face of strong winds. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Several houses seen suffered complete roof collapses due to severe extreme weather conditions marked by heavy rain and flooding in the USU Residence III subsidized housing complex located in Patumbak, Deli Serdang, Indonesia, on Friday, September 26, 2025. The extensive damage suffered by many homes raises significant concerns about the quality and structural resilience of subsidized housing in the face of strong winds. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan: Tokyo Hit by Evening Downpours and Flooding After Extreme Heat

On the evening of August 18, heavy rain hit parts of Tokyo, flooding some roads. Severe rain and flood warnings were issued for eastern Tokyo’s Arakawa Ward and western Tama. Earlier the same day, the Kanto region experienced extreme heat, with temperatures soaring above body temperature in several areas, including 39°C recorded in Fuchu City. The intense heat caused highly unstable atmospheric conditions, leading to the rapid development of thunderstorms across the region by the evening.

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Malnourished Baby Highlights Gaza Crisis

(EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death and graphic content) A severely malnourished Palestinian baby lies on a blanket inside a shelter in Gaza on August 4, 2025, amid a deepening humanitarian crisis in the territory. As conflict, blockade, and displacement persist, Gaza’s civilian population faces extreme shortages of food, medicine, and basic supplies. The baby’s frail condition reflects the widespread nutritional emergency gripping the enclave, where aid groups warn of rising child mortality due to hunger and lack of medical care. With hospitals overwhelmed and food distribution networks crippled, families struggle to care for their children under dire conditions. Ongoing hostilities have compounded the collapse of Gaza’s infrastructure, leaving many without access to clean water or electricity. Human rights organizations continue to call for urgent international intervention to allow safe delivery of humanitarian aid. The photo captures the quiet suffering of the most vulnerable, placing a human face on a gro

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Malnourished Baby Highlights Gaza Crisis

(EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death and graphic content) A severely malnourished Palestinian baby lies on a blanket inside a shelter in Gaza on August 4, 2025, amid a deepening humanitarian crisis in the territory. As conflict, blockade, and displacement persist, Gaza’s civilian population faces extreme shortages of food, medicine, and basic supplies. The baby’s frail condition reflects the widespread nutritional emergency gripping the enclave, where aid groups warn of rising child mortality due to hunger and lack of medical care. With hospitals overwhelmed and food distribution networks crippled, families struggle to care for their children under dire conditions. Ongoing hostilities have compounded the collapse of Gaza’s infrastructure, leaving many without access to clean water or electricity. Human rights organizations continue to call for urgent international intervention to allow safe delivery of humanitarian aid. The photo captures the quiet suffering of the most vulnerable, placing a human face on a gro

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Malnourished Baby Highlights Gaza Crisis

(EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death and graphic content) A severely malnourished Palestinian baby lies on a blanket inside a shelter in Gaza on August 4, 2025, amid a deepening humanitarian crisis in the territory. As conflict, blockade, and displacement persist, Gaza’s civilian population faces extreme shortages of food, medicine, and basic supplies. The baby’s frail condition reflects the widespread nutritional emergency gripping the enclave, where aid groups warn of rising child mortality due to hunger and lack of medical care. With hospitals overwhelmed and food distribution networks crippled, families struggle to care for their children under dire conditions. Ongoing hostilities have compounded the collapse of Gaza’s infrastructure, leaving many without access to clean water or electricity. Human rights organizations continue to call for urgent international intervention to allow safe delivery of humanitarian aid. The photo captures the quiet suffering of the most vulnerable, placing a human face on a gro

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Malnourished Baby Highlights Gaza Crisis

(EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death and graphic content) A severely malnourished Palestinian baby lies on a blanket inside a shelter in Gaza on August 4, 2025, amid a deepening humanitarian crisis in the territory. As conflict, blockade, and displacement persist, Gaza’s civilian population faces extreme shortages of food, medicine, and basic supplies. The baby’s frail condition reflects the widespread nutritional emergency gripping the enclave, where aid groups warn of rising child mortality due to hunger and lack of medical care. With hospitals overwhelmed and food distribution networks crippled, families struggle to care for their children under dire conditions. Ongoing hostilities have compounded the collapse of Gaza’s infrastructure, leaving many without access to clean water or electricity. Human rights organizations continue to call for urgent international intervention to allow safe delivery of humanitarian aid. The photo captures the quiet suffering of the most vulnerable, placing a human face on a gro

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Malnourished Baby Highlights Gaza Crisis

(EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death and graphic content) A severely malnourished Palestinian baby lies on a blanket inside a shelter in Gaza on August 4, 2025, amid a deepening humanitarian crisis in the territory. As conflict, blockade, and displacement persist, Gaza’s civilian population faces extreme shortages of food, medicine, and basic supplies. The baby’s frail condition reflects the widespread nutritional emergency gripping the enclave, where aid groups warn of rising child mortality due to hunger and lack of medical care. With hospitals overwhelmed and food distribution networks crippled, families struggle to care for their children under dire conditions. Ongoing hostilities have compounded the collapse of Gaza’s infrastructure, leaving many without access to clean water or electricity. Human rights organizations continue to call for urgent international intervention to allow safe delivery of humanitarian aid. The photo captures the quiet suffering of the most vulnerable, placing a human face on a gro

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Rages Through Los Padres Forest - USA

Gifford Fire burns 30,000 acres in Los Padres National Forest on August 2, 2025. Flames sweep through rugged terrain near Santa Maria, California, forcing evacuations and endangering nearby communities and wildlife. Firefighters battle extreme heat, shifting winds, and dry vegetation as they work to contain the rapidly expanding wildfire. The blaze, fueled by ongoing drought and high temperatures, sends thick smoke across the region, prompting air quality warnings and road closures. The Gifford Fire becomes one of the largest wildfires of the season in California, illustrating the intensifying impact of climate change on fire behavior and frequency in the American West. Authorities continue to monitor fire lines while urging residents to remain alert to changing conditions. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Severe Hailstorm Catches Chengdu Off Guard Amid Summer Heat

On July 29, 2025, a sudden downpour mixed with hailstones hit Chengdu, Sichuan, as violent weather swept through the city. The video shows hail pounding rooftops and roads, forcing residents to take cover. Experts say a high-pressure system created ideal conditions for sudden hailstorms. By late afternoon, the weather began to ease.