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Mexico: Sonora Braces for Heavy Rain, Hail, and Flash Flood Risk

Sonora faced unstable weather on Thursday, July 9, with heavy rain, lightning, and hail in parts of the state. Authorities warned of flash flooding, landslides, and rising river levels, while sustained gusty wind raised the risk of reduced visibility and falling debris on roads.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Causes Severe Flooding Across Mexico City 2

Mexico City authorities issued a red alert Monday evening, May 11 as heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding across multiple boroughs, including Álvaro Obregón, Tlalpan, and Cuajimalpa. Rainfall of up to 50mm caused rivers and reservoirs to overflow, inundating homes and roads. No injuries were reported.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Causes Severe Flooding Across Mexico City

Mexico City authorities issued a red alert Monday evening, May 11 as heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding across multiple boroughs, including Álvaro Obregón, Tlalpan, and Cuajimalpa. Rainfall of up to 50mm caused rivers and reservoirs to overflow, inundating homes and roads. No injuries were reported.

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Mexico: Record Rains in 34 Years Cause Widespread Mexico City Flooding

Record heavy rains in 34 years caused widespread flooding and damage across Mexico City from Saturday night, September 27, through Sunday.

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Mexico: Hurricane Lorena Brings Heavy Rains to Pacific Coast 3

Hurricane Lorena, which formed late Monday night and is moving northwest off Baja California Sur, brought heavy rain to the state and other parts of western Mexico early Wednesday, September 3.

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Mexico: Hurricane Lorena Brings Heavy Rains to Pacific Coast 2

Hurricane Lorena, which formed late Monday night and is moving northwest off Baja California Sur, brought heavy rain to the state and other parts of western Mexico early Wednesday, September 3.

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Mexico: Hurricane Lorena Brings Heavy Rains to Pacific Coast

Hurricane Lorena, which formed late Monday night and is moving northwest off Baja California Sur, brought heavy rain to the state and other parts of western Mexico early Wednesday, September 3.

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Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Jalisco, Disrupts Traffic 2

On Wednesday, August 20, intense rainfall triggered severe flooding across the Guadalajara metropolitan area in Jalisco, Mexico. The floods disrupted transport, stranded vehicles, and damaged at least 51 homes, according to municipal reports.

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Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Jalisco, Disrupts Traffic

On Wednesday, August 20, intense rainfall triggered severe flooding across the Guadalajara metropolitan area in Jalisco, Mexico. The floods disrupted transport, stranded vehicles, and damaged at least 51 homes, according to municipal reports.

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US: Flash Floods Hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, 5 People Rescued

Heavy monsoon rainfall triggered major flash flooding in the mountain village of Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Thursday, July 24, leading to road closures and the rescue of at least five people.

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US: Flash Floods Hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, After Heavy Rain on Burn Scars

Flash floods hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Tuesday, July 8 after heavy rain fell over wildfire burn scars. The Rio Ruidoso rose over 20 feet, flooding homes and the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Swift-water rescues were carried out, and no deaths were reported as of Tuesday evening.

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Mexico: Heavy Downpour Floods Streets in Guadalajara Metro Area 2

A downpour hit the Guadalajara metropolitan area, Jalisco on Tuesday afternoon, June 24. Several streets and main avenues of the city were severely flooded.

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Mexico: Heavy Downpour Floods Streets in Guadalajara Metro Area

A downpour hit the Guadalajara metropolitan area, Jalisco on Tuesday afternoon, June 24. Several streets and main avenues of the city were severely flooded.

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China: Satellite Launch Illuminates Xi’an Sky

This is the breathtaking moment that a mysterious streak lit up the night sky, leaving a bright, long-tailed trail visible to local residents. On June 6, 2025, in Xi’an, Shaanxi, local residents captured video footage of an unidentified flying object slanting upward from the left horizon, trailing a luminous plume across the night sky. The streak appeared almost ethereal, expanded briefly, and then faded, captivating onlookers below. According to a report by People’s Daily, the remarkable light display had been caused by China’s successful launch of the Low-Earth Orbit Satellite Internet “04 group” from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. The video ended with the glowing tail dissipating into the dark sky, leaving only faint wisps as the rocket continued its journey into orbit.

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Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Chetumal After Heavy Rainfall

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Chetumal, the capital city of Quintana Roo on Wednesday, June 4. Downed trees and structural damage were reported across the city.

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Mexico: Torrential Rains Cause Severe Flooding in CDMX, Trigger Traffic and Transit Chaos

Torrential rains caused widespread chaos in Mexico City on Monday, June 2, resulting in traffic gridlock, downed trees, and the suspension of Metro Line A service. The Mexico City government reported flooding in 53 areas, primarily in Iztapalapa, Xochimilco, Tlalpan, and Tláhuac, following the intense rains recorded.

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Cuba: Category 3 Hurricane Rafael Makes Landfall, Knocking Out Power Grid 2

A Category 3 hurricane made landfall in Cuba with top winds of over 115 mph on Wednesday, November 6, damaging homes and other infrastructure, uprooting trees, and knocking out the country’s power grid.

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US: Hurricane Rafael Approaches Florida Keys, Bringing Strong Winds

Hurricane Rafael approached Florida Keys, bringing strong winds on Wednesday night, November 6. Rafael, now a Category 2 hurricane, is moving slowly westward through the southern Gulf of Mexico after making landfall in Cuba as a Category 3 hurricane.

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Cuba: Category 3 Hurricane Rafael Makes Landfall, Knocking Out Power Grid

A Category 3 hurricane made landfall in Cuba with top winds of over 115 mph on Wednesday, November 6, damaging homes and other infrastructure, uprooting trees, and knocking out the country’s power grid.

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US: Record Rainfall Causes Severe Flooding And Casualties In Roswell, New Mexico

Roswell, New Mexico, received 5.78 inches of rain on Saturday, October 19. This record-breaking amount, surpassing the previous record of 5.65 inches from November 1, 1901, caused severe flooding. According to reports, at least 2 people were killed, while about 290 were rescued, including 38 who were taken to hospitals.

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