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China: Powerful Winds Tear Roof From Shelter in Shanxi

Violent winds tore the roof off a roadside shelter in Xi County, Linfen, Shanxi, on July 9, 2026, as torrential rain flooded the street. Local forecasters had issued a blue alert for thunderstorm gales, warning of winds of force seven or above along with possible hail.

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Canada: Large Hail Batters Saskatchewan Amid Severe Thunderstorm Warnings 2

Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued across parts of Saskatchewan on Tuesday, June 9 with golf ball to tennis ball sized hail and damaging wind gusts reported near Estevan, while residents in Regina reported coin-sized hail.

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Netherlands: Thunderstorms Bring Hail and Damaging Winds to Multiple Provinces 2

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Netherlands on Friday, May 29, bringing hail, heavy rain, and strong wind gusts, with Code Orange warnings issued for multiple provinces. The storms also caused lightning-sparked house fires in Zoetermeer, with no injuries reported. This video shows fallen trees after the storm in Klijndijk, Drenthe.

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Netherlands: Thunderstorms Bring Hail and Damaging Winds to Multiple Provinces

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Netherlands on Friday, May 29, bringing hail, heavy rain, and strong wind gusts, with Code Orange warnings issued for multiple provinces. The storms also caused lightning-sparked house fires in Zoetermeer, with no injuries reported.

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US: Cold Front Slams Austin With Hurricane-Force Winds and Large Hail on Mother’s Day

A cold front brought a line of strong storms with wind gusts, hail, heavy rain, and lightning to the Austin area on Sunday, May 10, Mother's Day, leaving thousands without power.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail to Southern Michigan

Strong thunderstorms brought hail and gusty winds to southern Michigan on Monday evening. The National Weather Service issued alerts for Van Buren, Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties, warning of wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel-sized hail. In southeast Michigan, severe storms caused power outages and downed trees across several communities, including St. Clair Shores, where a falling tree damaged a home.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail to Southern Michigan 2

Strong thunderstorms brought hail and gusty winds to southern Michigan on Monday evening. The National Weather Service issued alerts for Van Buren, Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties, warning of wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel-sized hail. In southeast Michigan, severe storms caused power outages and downed trees across several communities, including St. Clair Shores, where a falling tree damaged a home.

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US: Storms Sweep Through Indiana, Bringing Strong Winds, Heavy Rain and Large Hail

Powerful storms swept through the U.S. state of Indiana from Monday night into Tuesday morning, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and large hail. Winds near 60 mph downed trees in the northwestern cities of Portage and Valparaiso, where a 95-foot radio tower collapsed. South of Indianapolis, hail up to 1.25 inches in diameter was reported near Indiana University, while Monroe County Airport recorded a wind gust of 61 mph.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Sweep Across Iowa, Bringing Hail, Damaging Winds

Severe thunderstorms swept across Iowa on Thursday, April 23, bringing hail, damaging winds, and multiple tornadoes to the state, with the National Weather Service confirming at least six tornadoes.

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US: Heavy Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail, and Strong Winds Across Texas

Heavy thunderstorms swept through parts of Texas on Sunday, April 12 bringing heavy rain, hail, strong winds, and lightning.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 3

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 2

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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Saudi Arabia: Dust Storms and Flash Floods Batter Multiple Regions on Last Day of Ramadan

Destructive dust storms swept through multiple regions of Saudi Arabia on Thursday, March 19, the last day of Ramadan, with strong winds severely reducing visibility, while other parts of the Kingdom were hit by heavy thunderstorms, hail, and flash floods. The National Center of Meteorology warned of continued atmospheric instability across the affected regions.

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Saudi Arabia: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Strike Riyadh

Moderate to heavy rain with strong winds hit Riyadh early Tuesday, March 17.

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US: Lightning Illuminates Sky Over Paulsboro as Severe Thunderstorm Hits Part of NJ

Some areas of New Jersey were under severe thunderstorm warnings Wednesday night, March 11, as strong storm cells swept across the region. Forecasters said the storms could produce small hail and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. The video captures lightning lighting up the night sky in Paulsboro.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds 3

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds 2

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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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: Intense Hail Batters Northern Utah, Prompting Weather Alert

Intense hail battered parts of northern Utah on Sunday, September 21, as a storm rolled through the area, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a special weather statement.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Intense Hail to Twin Cities

A severe thunderstorm brought large hail to the Twin Cities and surrounding areas in Minnesota, on Sunday, September 21, as the National Weather Service issued several weather alerts for the region.

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RECAP: Violent Storm Strikes Emilia-Romagna Coast, Italy, Forcing State of Crisis

A violent storm, described as a “maritime supercell,” hit northeast Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region on August 24, causing widespread damage in tourist towns such as Milano Marittima, Rimini, and Ravenna. Winds exceeded 100 km/h, heavy rain and hail struck the coast, 265 trees fell in Milano Marittima damaging vehicles, and streets and properties were flooded. No injuries were reported. In response, the Emilia-Romagna regional government declared a state of crisis for the affected coastal municipalities, enabling emergency resources and recovery operations. Authorities are assessing damage to public and private infrastructure, restoring roads and services, and supporting residents and businesses affected by the storm.

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Italy: Supercell Storm Hits Emilia-Romagna, Leaving Trail of Destruction in Milano Marittima

A supercell storm ripped through the Emilia-Romagna coastal area on Sunday, August 24, leaving hundreds of trees uprooted from the ground before smashing up parked cars in Milano Marittima, Ravenna. The storm brought strong wind gusts, over 100 km/h, combined with a downburst, causing flooding, damage to homes and businesses, and a trail of destruction in its wake. President of Emilia-Romagna Michele de Pascale declared a state of regional emergency.

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Italy: Supercell Storm Hits Emilia-Romagna, Leaving Trail of Destruction in Milano Marittima 2

A supercell storm ripped through the Emilia-Romagna coastal area on Sunday, August 24, leaving hundreds of trees uprooted from the ground before smashing up parked cars in Milano Marittima, Ravenna. The storm brought strong wind gusts, over 100 km/h, combined with a downburst, causing flooding, damage to homes and businesses, and a trail of destruction in its wake. President of Emilia-Romagna Michele de Pascale declared a state of regional emergency.

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Italy: Supercell Storm Hits Emilia-Romagna, Leaving Trail of Destruction in Milano Marittima 3

A supercell storm ripped through the Emilia-Romagna coastal area on Sunday, August 24, leaving hundreds of trees uprooted from the ground before smashing up parked cars in Milano Marittima, Ravenna. The storm brought strong wind gusts, over 100 km/h, combined with a downburst, causing flooding, damage to homes and businesses, and a trail of destruction in its wake. President of Emilia-Romagna Michele de Pascale declared a state of regional emergency.

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US: Powerful Storm Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain and Hail to Southern Montana

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for the area as a powerful storm struck the area, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and hail.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Strong Winds and Hail to Western Kansas

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch were issued as thunderstorms struck western Kansas on Sunday, August 3, bringing strong winds and intense hail.

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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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US: Storm Brings Hail in Colorado

On Sunday, July 6, severe thunderstorms impacted Colorado, especially the northeastern plains, bringing large hail (up to 2 inches) and damaging wind gusts. While Denver primarily experienced thunder and rain, other parts of Colorado were hit with significant hail and other severe weather.

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US: Tornado Touches Down Near Bismarck, North Dakota

A tornado touched down near Bismarck, North Dakota on Friday, night, June 27.

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US: North Dakota Sees Powerful Winds Amid Tornado-Producing Storm

Severe weather swept across the upper Midwest on Friday, June 20, bringing powerful winds and leaving at least 3 dead in North Dakota as a tornado ripped through the area.

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US: Hurricane-Force Winds Lash Northern Texas

Powerful thunderstorms packing hurricane-force wind gusts and large hail swept through Texas on Sunday, June 8, causing widespread power outages. A 100-mph wind gust, which is as strong as a Category 2 hurricane, was reported in Knox County, northern parts of the state.

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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: Storms Bring Damaging Hail and Winds to North Texas 2

Severe storms hit North Texas on Sunday, June 1, bringing damaging winds and large hail, with reports of vehicle and property damage.

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US: Storms Bring Damaging Hail and Winds to North Texas

Severe storms hit North Texas on Sunday, June 1, bringing damaging winds and large hail, with reports of vehicle and property damage.

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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: Strong Storm Blasts Texas as Memorial Day Tornado Touches Down Near Menard

A tornado was spotted touching down just west of Menard, Texas, on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26. A strong storm brought gusty winds and large hail, up to baseball size, to the area.

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China: Powerful Winds Batter Xi’an as Sudden Storm Strikes

This is the shocking moment that a violent storm struck Xi’an, unleashing heavy rain, gale-force winds, and hail that turned the cityscape into a scene of chaos. On May 8, 2025, in Xi’an’s Xianyang area, the video showed torrential rain pounding the streets while trees swayed violently under gale-force winds. Hailstones bounced off surfaces as visibility dropped rapidly, making the afternoon appear like night. The suddenness and intensity of the storm left onlookers visibly shaken. The video ended with rainwater flooding the streets and the storm continuing to rage, as people sheltered under overhangs and building entrances.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Middle Tennessee, Tornado Warning in Effect

A tornado warning was in effect across Middle Tennessee, including Nashville, on Tuesday, May 20, as a line of severe storms brought strong winds, tornado threats, and hail.

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US: Intense Hail Pounds Oklahoma Amid Severe Weather Outbreak 3

The National Weather Service issued multiple severe weather alerts across Oklahoma on Monday, May 19, including tornado watches and warnings. The storms brought heavy rain, large hail, and strong winds—knocking down power poles and trees, damaging homes, and causing power outages and flight delays.

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US: Intense Hail Pounds Oklahoma Amid Severe Weather Outbreak 2

The National Weather Service issued multiple severe weather alerts across Oklahoma on Monday, May 19, including tornado watches and warnings. The storms brought heavy rain, large hail, and strong winds—knocking down power poles and trees, damaging homes, and causing power outages and flight delays.

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US: Intense Hail Pounds Oklahoma Amid Severe Weather Outbreak

The National Weather Service issued multiple severe weather alerts across Oklahoma on Monday, May 19, including tornado watches and warnings. The storms brought heavy rain, large hail, and strong winds—knocking down power poles and trees, damaging homes, and causing power outages and flight delays.

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US: Intense Severe Weather Batters Oklahoma, Tornado Warnings in Effect 2

The National Weather Service issued multiple severe weather alerts across Oklahoma on Monday, May 19, including tornado watches and warnings. Storms knocked down power poles and trees, damaged homes, and caused power outages and flight delay

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US: Intense Severe Weather Batters Oklahoma, Tornado Warnings in Effect

The National Weather Service issued multiple severe weather alerts across Oklahoma on Monday, May 19, including tornado watches and warnings. Storms knocked down power poles and trees, damaged homes, and caused power outages and flight delays.