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US: Episode 41 of Kilauea Volcano Eruption Sends Ash to Hilo

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano officially began its 41st eruption on Saturday, January 24, sending lava fountains over 1,500 feet into the air. Falling ash and tephra were reported in communities as far as Hilo.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall 3

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, except in Ottawa. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall 2

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, January 26, though schools in Ottawa remained open. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions. Footage shows a dog bounding through deep snow.

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Canada: Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyses Southern Ontario with Heavy Snowfall

Toronto and parts of southern Ontario are digging out after a record-breaking winter storm dumped over 50 cm of snow on Sunday, January 25. The historic snowfall led to widespread school closures and bus cancellations across the region on Monday, January 26, though schools in Ottawa remained open. The Ontario Provincial Police reported roughly 200 collisions over the last 24 hours as drivers struggled with the treacherous conditions.

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US: Blowing Snow and Gusty Winds Sweep Iowa

Strong gusts caused blowing snow and low visibility in Iowa on Wednesday, January 21. The National Weather Service has issued extreme cold warnings for most of the state until Friday.

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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: Winter Storm Triggers Snow Emergencies in Parts of Ohio

A blast of winter weather hit Ohio on Monday, January 19, prompting snow emergencies in some counties.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 2

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 3

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Nebraska

Snow squall warnings were issued throughout Nebraska on Friday, January 16, causing low visibility and falling snow with high winds.

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US: Wintry Weather, Reduced Visibility Impact Pennsylvania

Cold, wintry weather affected much of Pennsylvania on Thursday, January 15, as snow showers and gusty winds moved across the state. Winter Weather Advisories were issued for parts of western and northern Pennsylvania, where snow accumulations of several inches were reported, including areas influenced by lake-effect snow. Slick roads and reduced visibility caused travel disruptions in some communities.

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Canada: Heavy Snow Causes Widespread Disruptions in Southern Ontario

Heavy snow hit southern Ontario on Thursday, disrupting schools, transportation and travel across the region. Environment Canada said parts of the Greater Toronto Area could see up to 40 centimeters of snow, prompting school closures, widespread road accidents and highway shutdowns. Police reported hundreds of collisions, while major transit delays and flight cancellations were reported at Toronto Pearson Airport as the storm caused hazardous conditions throughout the day.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect 2

Snow squall warnings were issued Wednesday morning, January 14 across parts of the Chicago area, bringing brief but intense snowfall, whiteout conditions, and strong winds that created hazardous travel conditions. The fast-moving squalls led to slick roads, reduced visibility, and flight disruptions at O’Hare Airport, where departures were temporarily grounded and delays averaged nearly an hour. Some areas reported up to two inches of snow in under two hours, while lake-effect snow is expected to continue affecting parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 3

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow and Snow Squalls Hit Michigan and Indiana 2

Snow showers and snow squalls moved across Michigan and Indiana as arctic air pushed into the Midwest, bringing gusty winds and sharply colder temperatures. In Michigan and parts of northern Indiana, lake-effect snow off the Great Lakes intensified snowfall at times, briefly reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions despite generally light accumulations.

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US: Heavy Snow Squall Drops Visibility in Chicago, Winter Weather Alerts in Effect

Heavy snow blanketed Chicago on Wednesday morning, January 14, causing significant flight delays and creating whiteout conditions for commuters. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a 90-minute ground stop at O’Hare International Airport as a band of intense snow and ice moved through the metro area. Potent lake-effect snow is expected to impact parts of Chicago, northwest Indiana, and southwest Michigan through Thursday, January 15, with travel warnings remaining in effect.

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US: Snow Squalls Prompt Alerts in Northern New Jersey

Snow alerts were issued Sunday, January 11, for six counties in northern New Jersey as snow squalls and strong winds threatened to reduce visibility and create hazardous road conditions through the evening.

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Spain: Dense Fog Triggers Travel Chaos and Flight Diversions in Madrid and Vigo

Persistent fog and overcast skies across Madrid and Vigo caused significant travel disruptions this Thursday, January 8. Dense morning fog at Peinador Airport forced a Madrid-bound flight to divert much further than its usual alternative in Santiago, ultimately extending the journey for frustrated passengers by more than three hours.

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US: West Connecticut Sees Heavy Snowfall

Western Connecticut saw heavy snowfall on Tuesday, December 23, with more than 3 inches of snow recorded in New Fairfield, according to the National Weather Service. This video shows big snowflakes falling on the road in West Canaan..

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Pakistan: Karachi Blanketed by Fog and Smog, Flights Diverted, Motorcyclist Killed

On Sunday morning, December 21, dense fog and “very unhealthy” air pollution (AQI 215–282) blanketed Karachi, disrupting flights with six international services diverted to Muscat and Islamabad, while poor visibility and road conditions caused a fatal motorcycle accident and led to temporary highway closures in other parts of Pakistan.

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Canada: Near-Zero Visibility as Blizzard Hits Southern Manitoba

A fast-moving winter storm brought blizzard conditions to southern Manitoba, with winds up to 90 km/h and heavy blowing snow forcing highway and school closures, stranding drivers, and disrupting flights and essential services on Thursday, December 18. RCMP strongly discouraged travel as near-zero visibility led to multiple crashes and vehicles stuck on rural roads, while snowfall totals ranged from 8 cm in Winnipeg to nearly 19 cm in some areas. Conditions were further complicated by power outages and widespread delays as the storm swept across the Prairies.

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US: Blizzard Brings Near-Whiteout Conditions to Minnesota

A blizzard brought dangerous travel conditions to southern Minnesota and northern Iowa on Thursday, December 18, prompting no-travel advisories and blizzard warnings in several counties. Strong winds up to 50 mph and blowing snow caused near-whiteout visibility, especially in rural areas.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta 4

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta 2

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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Canada: Severe Storm Brings Whiteouts, Dangerous Driving Conditions Across Alberta 3

A powerful winter storm brought whiteout conditions across Alberta on Wednesday, December 17, prompting a province-wide warning against travel on all roads and highways. Police urged residents to stay home, warning that emergency response times could be delayed due to the dangerous conditions.

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US: Dense Fog Advisory Issued for Parts of Oregon

Thick fog covered parts of Oregon on Friday, December 12, prompting the NWS to issue a dense fog advisory, as captured by a driver who filmed their vehicle approaching what they described as "a wall of fog."

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US: Wintry Weather of Snow and Ice Impacts the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area

Wintry weather bringing a mix of snow and ice could impact the Oklahoma City metropolitan area on Thursday, December 4, potentially disrupting travel during the morning commute.

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Canada: Heavy Snow and High Winds Slam Newfoundland and Labrador

A winter storm bringing heavy snow and strong winds swept across Newfoundland and Labrador on Wednesday, December 3, leading to widespread school closures, minor road accidents, and power outages.

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US: Backdoor Cold Front Dumps Heavy Snow on Northwest Montana

A “backdoor cold front” moved through northwest Montana Monday morning, November 24, bringing heavy snow along the Continental Divide and lowering temperatures.

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US: Hail Hits Seattle Area Amid Isolated Thunderstorms

Hail and heavy rain hit the Seattle area on Sunday, October 12, as isolated thunderstorms moved through the Puget Sound region. In the suburb of Bothell, hail briefly covered streets and limited visibility for drivers before rain washed it away.

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US: Smoke From Wildfires Blankets Central Washington Sky Amid Red Flag Warning

Wildfires, including the Labor Mountain Fire and Lower Sugarloaf Fire, have raged in Chelan County, central Washington, as of Thursday, September 25. Smoke from the fires covered the sky in Wenatchee. A Red Flag warning was in effect due to strong winds and dry conditions, prompting authorities to expand Level 3 evacuation areas due to the blazes.

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China: Power Grid Workers Engulfed by Sudden Sandstorm in Sichuan

A dramatic video shows Chinese power grid workers caught in a sudden sandstorm on August 16, 2025, in Goudun Township, Liangshan, Sichuan. As they repaired electrical equipment, clouds of sand and dust reduced visibility, forcing the team to shield themselves while braving the storm.

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RECAP: Wall of Dust Engulfs Arizona, Disrupting Travel and Power

On August 25, a massive dust storm, known as a haboob, swept across Arizona, plunging cities into near-total darkness and sending residents scrambling for safety. Fierce winds toppled trees, disrupted power across Maricopa County, and caused widespread flight delays at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, while the swirling clouds of dust infiltrated homes, cars, and streets, creating an apocalyptic scene across the state.

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US: Major Dust Storm Hits Southern Arizona, Worsening Air Quality

On August 21, 2025, a major dust storm swept through southern Arizona, affecting cities including Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, and Surprise. Air quality deteriorated sharply, posing health risks such as respiratory problems and eye irritation. Residents were advised to stay indoors, close windows, and wear N95 masks if going outside.

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US: Major Dust Storm Hits Southern Arizona, Worsening Air Quality 2

On August 21, 2025, a major dust storm swept through southern Arizona, affecting cities including Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, and Surprise. Air quality deteriorated sharply, posing health risks such as respiratory problems and eye irritation. Residents were advised to stay indoors, close windows, and wear N95 masks if going outside.

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Spain: Sudden Heat Gust Hits Granada Beaches, Forcing Evacuation and Rescues 2

A sudden thermal gust hit the beaches of Motril, Salobreña, and Torrenueva in Granada on Sunday evening, August 17, causing umbrellas, inflatables, and paddleboards to fly and prompting authorities to evacuate the sand and advise residents to stay indoors. The Civil Guard rescued three bathers, and two more were assisted by a rescue boat. The phenomenon coincided with a rapid temperature rise to 40.1°C and wind gusts up to 86.8 km/h, which also produced a small waterspout over Torrenueva.

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Japan: Shinmoedake Volcano Erupts Again, Blankets Nearby Cities in Ash

Shinmoedake volcano in southern Japan erupted again on Sunday, August 10, blanketing nearby cities and towns in ash.

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Japan: Shinmoedake Volcano Erupts Again, Blankets Nearby Cities in Ash 2

Shinmoedake volcano in southern Japan erupted again on Sunday, August 10, blanketing nearby cities and towns in ash.

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US: Las Vegas Wakes Up to Hazy Skies as California Wildfire Smoke Blankets Region

Smoke from fires across the West and Canada is causing potential health risks for people across the U.S. A smoke alert was issued for the Las Vegas Valley as a result of California wildfires, the Clark County Division of Air Quality announced on Tuesday, August 5. This video filmed on Friday morning, showing a hazy sky over Las Vegas.

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US: Monroe Canyon Fire in Utah Burns Over 63,000 Acres, Several Evacuation Orders Lifted

The Monroe Canyon Fire, which has burned more than 63,000 acres continued to rage in Sever County, Utah, as of Tuesday, August 5. Evacuation orders for several areas have been lifted, allowing residents to return to their homes.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston 2

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. This video shows a hazy sunrise over Boston caused by the drifting smoke on Tuesday morning, August 5.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England on Sunday, August 3, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. Hazy sky was seen over Boston during sunrise due to the smoke in this video.

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US: Monroe Canyon Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, ‘Go Now’ Evacuations in Effect

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County, Utah, a two-week-old wildfire, has grown to over 30,000 acres as of Tuesday, July 29. Level 3, "Go Now" evacuations have been ordered in some areas due to the fire.

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US: Dust Storm Blankets Metro Phoenix

A dust storm swept through the East Valley, Arizona on Monday, July 21, reducing visibility and worsening air quality for residents. Strong winds were reported in areas such as Chandler, Tempe, and Gilbert, where blowing dust created hazardous conditions. Downtown Phoenix also experienced dust blowing.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Metro Phoenix Amid Windy Weather

A dust storm swept through metro Phoenix on Monday, July 21, and windy weather hit many places in the East Valley, including Chandler, Tempe, and Gilbert.

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US: Lake Spokane Fire in Washington Prompts Level 3 Evacuation Orders

The Lake Spokane Fire broke out in Stevens County, near Spokane in Washington on Saturday, July 19, and spread to more than 2,300 acres as of Monday. Level 2 and 3 evacuation orders were in place for the immediate area.

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US: Forsyth Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, Burning Nearly 14,000 Acres

The Forsyth Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire, continued to rage in Washington County, southwestern Utah, scorching nearly 14,000 acres as of Thursday, July 10. Thick smoke from the fire was seen rising above the St. George and surrounding areas, reducing visibility and air quality.