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US: Waves Pound Galveston Coast as First Tropical Cyclone of Season Threatens Texas

Rough waves crashed along the shores of Galveston, Texas, on Tuesday morning as Potential Tropical Cyclone One approached the Gulf Coast. Authorities have issued a Tropical Storm Watch for the area, with forecasters warning of heavy rainfall and possible flooding in the coming days.

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US: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Batter South Padre Island, Texas

Strong winds and heavy rain battered South Padre Island, Texas, in the early hours of Tuesday, June 16. The footage was captured as a tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico was being monitored by forecasters.

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Canada: Severe Thunderstorms Batter Southeastern Saskatchewan, Causing Widespread Damage

A series of severe thunderstorms struck southeastern Saskatchewan on June 6-7, bringing heavy rainfall, winds exceeding 100 kilometers per hour, and widespread damage. The footage shows damage to a gas station in Carlyle.

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El Salvador: Giant World Cup Inflatable Ball Rolls Through Streets Amid Inclement Weather

A giant inflatable soccer ball used as a World Cup promotional display broke free from its structure during heavy rain and strong winds. The ball rolled through the streets of Zona Rosa, drawing the attention of drivers and pedestrians who witnessed the unusual scene. According to the person who took the videos, the ball came out of Bambú Plaza.

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Japan: Localized Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Hail to Greater Tokyo Area 2

Localized thunderstorms, heavy rain, and hail struck parts of the greater Tokyo area on Friday afternoon, June 12, as driving rain lashed neighborhoods across the region.

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US: Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding Near Waco, Texas, Cars Stranded

Heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding in the Waco area of central Texas on Sunday night, June 14. Central and southern McLennan County recorded the highest totals, with rainfall estimated between three and five inches. Multiple vehicles were stranded in floodwaters on southbound I-35 between Waco and Hewitt, prompting rescue operations by first responders.

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US: Heavy Hail and Fierce Winds Strike Omaha, Nebraska

Severe thunderstorms swept through the Omaha area, Nebraska, on Saturday, June 13, bringing winds of up to 60 mph and large hai.

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US: Massive Storm Cloud Looms Over Southeast Wisconsin as Severe Thunderstorms Strike

Severe thunderstorms moved through southeast Wisconsin on Thursday, June 11, leaving damage behind. Storms hit Kenosha and Racine counties hardest, according to reports. Footage shows a massive storm cloud looming over Racine with sirens sounding.

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Japan: Localized Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Hail to Greater Tokyo Area

Localized thunderstorms, heavy rain, and hail struck parts of the greater Tokyo area on Friday afternoon, June 12, as driving rain lashed neighborhoods across the region.

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China: Residents Form Human Chain in Floodwater to Rescue Four People from Trapped Car

A group of residents waded into waist-deep floodwater in Pubei, Guangxi, on June 8, 2026, to rescue four people trapped inside a car during heavy rain. Using tools and their own bodies, they formed a human chain between the stranded vehicle and the roadside. The four occupants were pulled out one by one and brought to safety, after which the group pushed the car to the roadside.

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Japan: Sudden Thunderstorm Disrupts Food Event at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse

Localized thunderstorms, heavy rain, and hail struck parts of the greater Tokyo area Friday afternoon, June 12. This footage was captured at the Red Brick Warehouse in Yokohama, where a food event was underway. The video shows visitors rushing for shelter amid strong winds, with cardboard boxes being blown across the ground.

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US: Massive Storm Clouds Roll In Over Kenosha as Severe Thunderstorms Strike Wisconsin

On June 11, 2026, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, a video captured a massive storm system rapidly approaching as severe thunderstorms swept across southeastern Wisconsin. The footage shows dark storm clouds closing in, followed by powerful winds and heavy rain. The storms caused significant damage across Kenosha and Racine counties, with a tornado confirmed near Sturtevant at 6:13 p.m. The National Weather Service had warned of damaging winds, large hail, heavy rainfall, and possible tornadoes throughout the region

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Japan: H3 Rocket Successfully Launches from Tanegashima in New Configuration Debut

Japan's H3 rocket successfully launched from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture on Friday, June 12, at 9:53 a.m. local time. The rocket reached its intended orbit, marking a successful mission for the country's flagship launch vehicle.

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Japan: H3 Rocket Successfully Launches from Tanegashima in New Configuration Debut 2

Japan's H3 rocket successfully launched from the Tanegashima Space Center in Kagoshima Prefecture on Friday, June 12, at 9:53 a.m. local time. The rocket reached its intended orbit, marking a successful mission for the country's flagship launch vehicle.

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US: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Batter Iowa as Severe Storms Sweep Midwest

Severe storms swept through Iowa and neighboring states on Thursday, June 11, knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of customers and spawning multiple tornadoes across the region.

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US: Heavy Rain and High Winds Batter Chicago Area in Severe Storm 3

Heavy rainfall and strong winds slammed the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms moved in. Downed trees and power outages were reported.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Tornado and Mass Power Outages to Southern Manitoba 3

A severe storm system swept through southern Manitoba on Tuesday night, June 9, leaving more than 25,000 customers without power, including nearly 17,000 in Winnipeg. A tornado was reported near Ste. Anne.

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US: Heavy Rain and High Winds Batter Chicago Area in Severe Storm 2

Heavy rainfall and strong winds slammed the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms moved in. Downed trees and power outages were reported.

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US: Powerful Storms Sweep Through Minnesota With Damaging Winds

Severe thunderstorms swept through Minnesota early Wednesday, June 10, bringing large hail and wind gusts exceeding 80 mph that downed trees and knocked out power across the state.

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US: Heavy Rain and High Winds Batter Chicago Area in Severe Storm

Heavy rainfall and strong winds slammed the Chicago area on Wednesday afternoon, June 10 as severe storms moved in. Downed trees and power outages were reported.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Tornado and Mass Power Outages to Southern Manitoba 2

A severe storm system swept through southern Manitoba on Tuesday night, June 9, leaving more than 25,000 customers without power, including nearly 17,000 in Winnipeg. A tornado was reported near Ste. Anne.

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China: Police Rescue Driver Trapped in Car amid Heavy Street Flooding

Heavy rain caused severe street flooding in Guiyang, Guizhou province, southwestern China, on June 8, 2026, leaving one driver trapped inside a vehicle surrounded by water. Traffic police arrived and opened the car door, safely helping the driver out. In some areas, floodwater reached chest level.

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China: Summer City Transformed Into Winter Scene by Sudden Hailstorm

A severe storm hit Langfang, Hebei province, on June 4, 2026, bringing heavy hail and a rapid temperature drop after a sweltering day with temperatures in the high 30s°C (around 95°F). The footage shows streets covered in accumulated ice pellets, creating a winter-like scene in the middle of summer.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Kansas With Damaging Winds Overnight 4

Severe storms swept through Kansas overnight, bringing damaging winds, downed trees, and power outages.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Kansas With Damaging Winds Overnight

Severe storms swept through Kansas overnight, bringing damaging winds, downed trees, and power outages.

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UK: Major Fire Breaks Out at Bermondsey Recycling Center 2

A major fire broke out at a recycling center on Landmann Way in Bermondsey, south London, on Monday, June 8. Rail services in and out of London Bridge faced significant disruption, and residents were advised to keep their windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke in the area.

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China: Heavy Downpour Turns Streets Into Waterlogged Scenes in Langfang, Hebei

This is the shocking moment that a torrential rainstorm battered Langfang in China, flooding city roads as sheets of rain poured down and turned the streets into waterlogged scenes. On June 4, 2026, in Langfang, Hebei, the video captured heavy rain lashing the city as water covered the road surface. Rain poured down with great force, while the flooded streets reflected the scale of the downpour.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Floods Across North and Central Alabama

Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding across north and central Alabama on Sunday, June 7, submerging roads and forcing water into homes in the Huntsville area.

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UK: Major Fire Breaks Out at Bermondsey Recycling Center

A major fire broke out at a recycling center on Landmann Way in Bermondsey, south London, on Monday, June 8. Rail services in and out of London Bridge faced significant disruption, and residents were advised to keep their windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke in the area.

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US: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Hit North Little Rock, Arkansas

Heavy rain and strong winds swept through North Little Rock on Sunday, June 7, with reports of reduced visibility in the Rockwater Village neighborhood.

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Spain: 2026 La Patum Completa Draws Crowds to Berga Despite Downpour

Thousands gathered in Berga, in the Catalonia region of Spain, on Thursday, June 4, for La Patum Completa. The centuries-old annual festival, declared a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, was held in full despite heavy rain.

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India: IMD Issues Yellow Alert as Storms Sweep Delhi-NCR Region

Thunderstorms swept across the Delhi-NCR region on Thursday, June 4, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds and temporary relief from intense heat while causing brief disruptions in several areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow weather alert for the National Capital Region through Saturday.

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US: Storm Brings Heavy Rain and Hail to Las Cruces, New Mexico

Heavy rain and pea-sized hail pounded Las Cruces, New Mexico on Wednesday night, with rainfall totals exceeding one inch in many areas.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Sends Massive Waves Crashing Into Coastlines

Typhoon Jangmi swept across Japan over several days, bringing powerful winds and heavy rainfall that caused widespread damage throughout the country. Along the coasts and on remote islands in various regions, massive waves crashed against the shore as the typhoon made its way through.

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Japan: Izu Oshima Pounded by Giant Waves as Typhoon Jangmi Strikes

Typhoon Jangmi swept across Japan over several days, bringing powerful winds and heavy rainfall that caused widespread damage throughout the country. On the island of Izu Oshima — located roughly 120 kilometers south of central Tokyo — massive waves were seen crashing against the shore on Wednesday, June 3.

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Japan: Izu Oshima Pounded by Giant Waves as Typhoon Jangmi Strikes 2

Typhoon Jangmi swept across Japan over several days, bringing powerful winds and heavy rainfall that caused widespread damage throughout the country. On the island of Izu Oshima — located roughly 120 kilometers south of central Tokyo — massive waves were seen crashing against the shore on Wednesday, June 3.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi’s Violent Winds Bring Down Trees in Their Path 5

Typhoon Jangmi battered much of Japan with heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds on Wednesday, June 3, after making landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture. This video shows a tree downed by strong winds in Toyohashi, Aichi.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

The Zempukuji River is seen swollen in Tokyo's Suginami Ward on June 3, 2026, amid heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Approaches Kanto Region, Triggering Flood Alerts 4

Typhoon Jangmi battered much of Japan with heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds on Wednesday, June 3, after making landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued flood warnings and evacuation orders for multiple areas, including Tokyo, and landslide warnings across several prefectures.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi’s Violent Winds Bring Down Trees in Their Path 3

This video shows a tree downed by strong winds in Takamatsu city on Tuesday night, June 2. Typhoon Jangmi brought heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds to wide areas of Japan, making landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture in the early hours of Wednesday, June 3.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi’s Violent Winds Bring Down Trees in Their Path 4

Typhoon Jangmi battered much of Japan with heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds on Wednesday, June 3, after making landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture. This video shows a tree downed by strong winds in Okazaki, Aichi.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Approaches Kanto Region, Triggering Flood Alerts

Typhoon Jangmi battered much of Japan with heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds on Wednesday, June 3, after making landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued flood warnings and evacuation orders for multiple areas, including Tokyo, and landslide warnings across several prefectures.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Approaches Kanto Region, Triggering Flood Alerts 2

Typhoon Jangmi battered much of Japan with heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds on Wednesday, June 3, after making landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued flood warnings and evacuation orders for multiple areas, including Tokyo, and landslide warnings across several prefectures. This video shows the Megurogawa River in Tokyo swollen by heavy rainfall.

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Japan: Typhoon Jangmi Approaches Kanto Region, Triggering Flood Alerts 3

Typhoon Jangmi battered much of Japan with heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds on Wednesday, June 3, after making landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued flood warnings and evacuation orders for multiple areas, including Tokyo, and landslide warnings across several prefectures.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

Photo taken from Kyodo News helicopter shows the swollen Koza River in southern Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, following heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows the swollen Koza River in Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on June 3, 2026, following heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

Buildings in central Tokyo appear blurred amid a heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi on June 3, 2026.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

Buildings in central Tokyo appear blurred amid a heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi on June 3, 2026.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

A pedestrian crosses a street in Tokyo on June 3, 2026, amid heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi.

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Powerful typhoon hits Japan

The Koza River in Kozagawa, Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, is swollen on June 3, 2026, due to heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Jangmi.