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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: 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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Colombia: Heavy Rain and Hailstorm Cause Severe Flooding in Bogotá

A heavy hailstorm and intense rain hit Bogotá on Monday, March 9, causing severe flooding across the city and travel disruptions. Authorities issued emergency alerts for extreme weather throughout the capital.

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US: Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Batter North Texas 2

North Texas faced a significant severe weather outbreak on Wednesday, March 4, as a cold front collided with warm, humid air. In the Hill Country, scattered storms remained persistent throughout the day. Isolated areas in northern Llano County recorded over 2 inches of rain, with small hail reported.

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US: Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Batter North Texas, Llano County Soaked

North Texas faced a significant severe weather outbreak on Wednesday, March 4, as a cold front collided with warm, humid air. In the Hill Country, scattered storms remained persistent throughout the day. Isolated areas in northern Llano County recorded over 2 inches of rain, with small hail reported.

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Spain: Flash Flooding and Hail Hit Málaga’s Antequera Area 2

A sudden downpour with hail hit Antequera and surrounding areas, southern Spain on Wednesday, March 4, causing temporary flooding in the town of Humilladero. One of the main streets was briefly submerged after heavy rain overwhelmed drainage systems, though no injuries or major damage were reported.

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Spain: Flash Flooding and Hail Hit Málaga’s Antequera Area

A sudden downpour with hail hit Antequera and surrounding areas, southern Spain on Wednesday, March 4, causing temporary flooding in the town of Humilladero. One of the main streets was briefly submerged after heavy rain overwhelmed drainage systems, though no injuries or major damage were reported.

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France: Powerful Storm Hits French Riviera, Causing Floods and Hail 2

A powerful storm hit the French Riviera on February 3, causing heavy rain, hail, and flash floods in Antibes Juan-les-Pins and Golfe-Juan. Some areas saw over 130 mm of rain, and the Alpes-Maritimes remains on yellow alert.

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France: Powerful Storm Hits French Riviera, Causing Floods and Hail

A powerful storm hit the French Riviera on February 3, causing heavy rain, hail, and flash floods in Antibes Juan-les-Pins and Golfe-Juan. Some areas saw over 130 mm of rain, and the Alpes-Maritimes remains on yellow alert.

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Saudi Arabia: Weather Alerts Issued as Heavy Rain Hits Multiple Regions

Saudi Arabia is experiencing days of unstable conditions with heavy thunderstorms, hail, strong winds and flash-flood risks across regions including Medina, Ha'il, Rafha and Al-Soudah. National Centre for Meteorology issued a weather alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms and possible flash floods from Friday, November 14 to Tuesday, November 18.

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Colombia: Strong Hailstorm Hits Bogotá, Causing Flooding and Traffic Chaos

A strong hailstorm hit Bogotá on Thursday, October 16, covering some areas with extensive layers of ice stones and causing vehicular chaos due to flooding on main roads.

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Spain: Red Alert Issued for Alicante as DANA Storm Alice Causes Severe Flooding 2

Red alert for heavy rain remained in southeast Spain, including Alicante and Murcia on Friday, October 10, as DANA Storm Alice brought torrential rainfall to the region, causing severe flooding in some areas.

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Spain: Red Alert Issued for Alicante as DANA Storm Alice Causes Severe Flooding

AEMET, Spain's weather agency, issued a red alert for heavy rain in Alicante and Murcia on Thursday, October 9, as DANA Storm Alice brought torrential rainfall to the region, causing severe flooding in some areas.

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US: Strong Monsoon Storm Slams Phoenix Area with Flash Floods 2

A late-season strong monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix metro area and surrounding areas, as well as outside of Las Vegas on Friday, September 26, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and causing flash flooding.

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US: Strong Monsoon Storm Slams Phoenix Area with Flash Floods

A late-season strong monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix metro and surrounding areas on Friday, September 26, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and causing flash flooding.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Las Vegas, Bringing Heavy Rain with Hail 2

A Flash Flood Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning were issued on Friday, September 26, as severe thunderstorms swept through the Las Vegas Valley, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and hail.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Las Vegas, Bringing Heavy Rain with Hail

A Flash Flood Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning were issued on Friday, September 26, as severe thunderstorms swept through the Las Vegas Valley, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and hail.

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Spain: Hail and Flooding Batter Pyrenees Towns in Catalonia 2

A violent storm hit the Pyrenees on Monday, August 18, flooding streets in La Seu d’Urgell and Puigcerdà. Heavy rain, hail, and landslides blocked roads, while temperatures in Puigcerdà plunged nearly 17°C in an hour.

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Spain: Hail and Flooding Batter Pyrenees Towns in Catalonia

A violent storm hit the Pyrenees on Monday, August 18, flooding streets in La Seu d’Urgell and Puigcerdà. Heavy rain, hail, and landslides blocked roads, while temperatures in Puigcerdà plunged nearly 17°C in an hour.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Intense Hail, Flooding to Great Falls

A severe thunderstorm that moved through central Montana on Thursday, July 31, brought heavy rain and hail up to 1" in diameter, causing flash flooding in Great Falls and a landspout tornado near Townsend.

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US: Flash Flood Warning Issued for El Paso and Teller Counties in Colorado

The NWS issued a Flash Flood Warning for parts of El Paso and Teller counties in Colorado on Wednesday, July 30, as storms brought up to 3 inches of rain, causing dangerous conditions. Hail was also reported in some areas.

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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.

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US: Tornado Sirens Blare as Tornado-Producing Storms Sweep Through Minnesota

Severe thunderstorms prompted multiple weather warnings for threats including tornadoes, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail as they swept through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Paynesville.

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US: Rainbow Brightens St. Cloud Sunset Amid Severe Weather Warning

Severe thunderstorms prompted multiple weather warnings for threats including tornadoes, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail as they swept through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27. This video shows a huge rainbow spotted over the sunset sky in St. Cloud amid a severe thunderstorm warning.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Pummel Minnesota, Cause Widespread Outages

Severe thunderstorms moved through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27, prompting several weather warnings due to threats of tornado, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail. The storms knocked down trees and power lines, leaving tens of thousands without power.

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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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US: Flooding Hits Lubbock After Tornadic Storms Sweep Through West Texas

Severe storms swept through West Texas on Thursday, June 5, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. In Lubbock and surrounding areas, streets were flooded following the storm, and power outages were reported throughout the area.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail to Colorado 3

Severe thunderstorms swept through Colorado on Thursday, June 5, bringing heavy rain, intense hail, and flash flooding.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail to Colorado 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through Colorado on Thursday, June 5, bringing heavy rain, intense hail, and flash flooding.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail to Colorado

Severe thunderstorms swept through Colorado on Thursday, June 5, bringing heavy rain, intense hail, and flash flooding.

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US: Severe Storms Bring Rain, Hail, and Flash Flood to Central and South Florida

Severe thunderstorms swept through central and southern Florida on Monday, June 2, bringing heavy rain, hail, and flash flooding, and causing flight delays.

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US: Intense Lightning Strikes Off Coastline in Southern Florida

Severe thunderstorms moved through central and south Florida on Monday, June 2, bringing heavy rain, hail, and flash flooding and causing flight delays. This video shows the intense lightning seen off the gulf in Naples.

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US: Weekend Storms Batter Maryland,Bringing Strong Heavy Rain, Hail

Storm systems swept through Maryland on Saturday, May 31, bringing heavy rains, strong wind and hail.

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US: Heavy Rain, Hail Reported as Thunderstorms Roll Through Alabama

Unsettled weather continued as thunderstorms moved through Alabama on Monday, May 12, bringing heavy rain and hail. The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the region.

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US: Flooding Hits Oklahoma After Severe Thunderstorms 3

A severe thunderstorm moved through Oklahoma on Saturday, April 26, bringing heavy rains and causing flooding in some areas, including Norman and Lawton. This video shows severe flooding and hail brought by the storm battering Lawton.

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Turkey: Adana Flooded by Heavy Rain and Hail

Heavy rainfall flooded Adana's streets on Saturday, April 26. Vehicles were stranded in floodwater, with hail covering the city as well. According to reports, some rocks fell on the road in the Uğurlubağ and Tenkerli neighborhoods.

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US Heavy Rain and Hail Hit Omaha, Nebraska

Severe weather swept through the Omaha metro Thursday afternoon, April 24, bringing heavy rain, small hail, and strong winds.

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Australia: Flash Flooding Hits Sydney After Severe Thunderstorms

Flash flooding hit Sydney, Australia on Monday, February 10 after thunderstorms battered large parts of New South Wales.

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US: More Tornado Warnings Issued Across Oklahoma After Weekend Of Destructive Storms

More tornado warnings were issued across Oklahoma on Monday, November 4, after damaging storms that swept through the state over the weekend. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Edmond.

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US: At Least 11 Injured After Tornadoes Strike Oklahoma, Causing Significant Damage

Severe storms moved through the Oklahoma City metro area overnight on Saturday, November 2. Multiple tornadoes touched down, causing widespread damage across the city and surrounding areas. At least 11 people were injured, and homes and other properties were severely damaged, leaving tens of thousands without power.

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Spain: Violent Hailstorm Batters Almería, Damage Reported 3

A powerful Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) wreaked havoc in Andalusia, particularly in Almería, with torrential rain and hail. It caused a violent hailstorm in El Ejido, resulting in significant damage.

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Spain: Flooding Strikes Malaga As Storms Unleash Heavy Rainfall

Heavy rain lashed the province of Malaga early Tuesday, October 29 resulting in flooding across the region. Thunderstorms and hail were also reported.

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Spain: Intense Storms Batter Valencia With Heavy Rainfall

Intense storms unleashed heavy rainfall across parts of the province of Valencia on Tuesday, October 29. The inclement weather caused flash flooding, road closures, and school closures. This video shows hail falling in Llombai, Ribera Alta.

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Spain: Violent Hailstorm Batters Almería, Damage Reported

A powerful Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) wreaked havoc in Andalusia, particularly in Almería, with torrential rain and hail. It caused a violent hailstorm in El Ejido, resulting in significant damage.

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Spain: Violent Hailstorm Batters Almería, Damage Reported 2

A powerful Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) wreaked havoc in Andalusia, particularly in Almería, with torrential rain and hail. It caused a violent hailstorm in El Ejido, resulting in significant damage.

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Malaysia: Flash Floods Hit Kuala Lumpur, Stranding Vehicles And Shutting Down Highways 2

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in parts of Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, October 15. Vehicles were stranded on flooded roads, and several highways and the SMART Tunnel were closed.