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Japan: Low-Pressure System Brings Blizzard Conditions to Hokkaido, Knocking Donw Trees

A rapidly developing low-pressure system moved through Hokkaido on Monday, December 15, bringing heavy snow and blizzard conditions that have caused widespread havoc and left up to 36,000 homes without power. The severe winter storm resulted in collapsed roofs, downed trees, power lines and school fences, stranded cars, and major train cancellations.

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Japan: Storm Systems Bring 100 mm/h Downpour, Causing Flooding in Miyagi

Storm systems brought widespread heavy rain across eastern and northern Japan on Wednesday, October 1. In Miyagi Prefecture, weather alerts were issued as torrential rainfall of approximately 100 mm per hour was reported, causing road floods. Evacuation orders were issued for tens of thousands of homes in Tagajo.

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US: Lightning Storm Brightens Up Night Sky of San Jose, CA

After a day of extreme heat, a "cutoff low-pressure system" moved up the coast, causing a dramatic weather shift in the Bay Area on Wednesday, September 24. The storm brought thunderstorms and lightning, impacting the Santa Cruz Mountains and the San Jose area, where a specific weather alert had been in effect on Thursday morning, September 25.

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US: Heavy Rain Sweeps Florida Amid Stationary Front and Low-Pressure System

Moist air is flowing into Florida due to a stationary front and a low-pressure system, bringing widespread heavy rain across the state. On Saturday, August 23, significant rainfall was observed statewide, with several inches recorded along the west coast and in the southwest.

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Japan: Heavy Rain, Flooding Hit Sea of Japan Coast, Prompting Weather Alerts

A storm system moved through a wide area along the Sea of Japan coast on Tuesday, August 12, prompting weather alerts for heavy rain, flooding and mudslides, and causing travel disruptions. This video shows a large amount of rainwater flowing down a cliff in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture.

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US: New York Declares State of Emergency as Storms Slam Northeast 3

Strong storms moved through the Northeast on Thursday, July 31, bringing heavy rains, and causing flash flooding and travel disruptions. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency for NYC and surrounding regions.

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US: New York Declares State of Emergency as Storms Slam Northeast 2

Strong storms moved through the Northeast on Thursday, July 31, bringing heavy rains, and causing flash flooding and travel disruptions. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency for NYC and surrounding regions.

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US: Heavy Rain Batters Pennsylvania Causing Flash Flooding 2

Strong storms moved through the Northeast on Thursday, July 31, bringing heavy rains, and causing flash flooding and travel disruptions. Flash flood warnings have been issued for parts of Pennsylvania.

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US: Heavy Rain Batters Pennsylvania Causing Flash Flooding

Strong storms moved through the Northeast on Thursday, July 31, bringing heavy rains, and causing flash flooding and travel disruptions. Flash flood warnings have been issued for parts of Pennsylvania.

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US: New Jersey Under State of Emergency and Flood Watch as Storms Hit 2

Strong storms moved through the Northeast on Thursday, July 31, bringing heavy rains, and causing flash flooding and travel disruptions. New Jersey was under a state of emergency, as a Flood Watch was issued for all 21 counties of the state.

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US: New Jersey Under Flood Watch and Tornado Warning as Storms Hit

Strong storms caused flash flooding across the Tri-State area and a tornado warning was issued in New Jersey on Thursday, July 31. A Flood Watch has been issued for all 21 counties of New Jersey as widespread rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is expected, with some areas potentially seeing 4 to 6 inches. Some NJ Transit trains were delayed due to weather problems affecting overhead wires.

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US: New York Declares State of Emergency as Storms Slam Northeast

Strong storms moved through the Northeast on Thursday, July 31, bringing heavy rains, and causing flash flooding and travel disruptions across New York and New Jersey. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency for NYC and surrounding regions.

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Vietnam: Tropical Storm Wipha Makes Landfall, Brings Severe Weather and Damage 2

Tropical Storm Wipha made landfall in northern Vietnam at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to northern and central regions. The storm caused flooding, power outages, and flight cancellations, with several airports closed.

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Vietnam: Tropical Storm Wipha Makes Landfall, Brings Severe Weather and Damage

Tropical Storm Wipha made landfall in northern Vietnam at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to northern and central regions. The storm caused flooding, power outages, and flight cancellations, with several airports closed.

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Taiwan: Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Shalu District, Taichung 2

Heavy rain from a low-pressure system caused flooding in Taichung’s Shalu District, urging drivers to proceed with caution.

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Taiwan: Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Shalu District, Taichung

Heavy rain from a low-pressure system caused flooding in Taichung’s Shalu District, urging drivers to proceed with caution.

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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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New Zealand: Strong Gales Batter Wellington Causing Power Outages, Flight Disruptions 2

Severe low pressure system brought gales as strong as 150kph to Wellington, New Zealand on Thursday, May 1, prompting a Red Strong Wind Warning. The inclement weather caused power outages of hundreds of homes and flights cancellations.

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New Zealand: Strong Gales Batter Wellington Causing Power Outages, Flight Disruptions

Severe low pressure system brought gales as strong as 150kph to Wellington, New Zealand on Thursday, May 1, prompting a Red Strong Wind Warning. The inclement weather caused power outages of hundreds of homes and flights cancellations.

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Argentina: Gusty Winds and Intense Hail Batter Greater Buenos Aires, Disrupting Flights

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued a yellow alert for Greater Buenos Aires and the surrounding areas on April 17, as a strong storm brought gusty winds, intense hail, and lightning, causing damage and air operation suspensions at Ezeiza International Airport.

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Ecuador: Flooding Disrupts Guayaquil After Heavy Rain 3

A severe thunderstorm swept through Guayaquil on April 1, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds. The storm caused flooding and power outages, and left vehicles stranded on the streets.

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Ecuador: Flooding Disrupts Guayaquil After Heavy Rain 2

A severe thunderstorm swept through Guayaquil on April 1, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds. The storm caused flooding and power outages, and left vehicles stranded on the streets.

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Ecuador: Flooding Disrupts Guayaquil After Heavy Rain

A severe thunderstorm swept through Guayaquil on April 1, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds. The storm caused flooding and power outages, and left vehicles stranded on the streets.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Kentucky With Hail and Strong Winds

Powerful thunderstorms swept across the U.S. South on Sunday, March 23, bringing large hail and strong winds to Kentucky.

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US: Severe Storms Batter Kentucky With Hail and Strong Winds 2

Powerful thunderstorms swept across the U.S. South on Sunday, March 23, bringing large hail and strong winds to Kentucky.

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US: Evacuation Order Issued for OC Canyon Communities Due to Mudslide Risk

A mandatory evacuation order was issued for Orange County canyon communities near the Airport Fire burn scar on Wednesday night, March 12, as heavy rains pounded the region, increasing the possibility of debris flows and mudslides. The National Weather Service also issued a flood watch for the area. This video, taken on Thursday, shows damage from the downpour on Trabuco Canyon Road in Trabuco Canyon, with rocks and trees washed away.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Hail, Winds, Tornado Threat to Alabama

A severe thunderstorm hit Alabama on Thursday, March 13, bringing hail, damaging winds, and the threat of tornadoes.

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US: Multiple Dead As Storm Batters Southeast, Triggering Widespread Flooding 7

At least 12 people were killed in Kentucky and one in Georgia as of Monday, February 17, after a powerful storm swept through the Southeast, causing flooding that inundated roads and homes.

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US: Multiple Dead As Storm Batters Southeast, Triggering Widespread Flooding 6

At least 11 people were killed in Kentucky and one in Georgia as of Sunday, February 16, after a powerful storm swept through the Southeast, causing flooding that inundated roads and homes.

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US: Multiple Dead As Storm Batters Southeast, Triggering Widespread Flooding 5

At least 11 people were killed in Kentucky and one in Georgia as of Sunday, February 16, after a powerful storm swept through the Southeast, causing flooding that inundated roads and homes.

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US: At Least 10 Killed As Storm Batters Southeast, Triggering Widespread Flooding 4

At least nine people had been killed in Kentucky and one in Georgia as of Sunday, February 16, after a powerful storm swept through the Southeast, causing flooding that inundated roads and homes.

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US: At Least 10 Killed As Storm Batters Southeast, Triggering Widespread Flooding 3

At least nine people had been killed in Kentucky and one in Georgia as of Sunday, February 16, after a powerful storm swept through the Southeast, causing flooding that inundated roads and homes.

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US: At Least 10 Killed As Storm Batters Southeast, Triggering Widespread Flooding 2

At least nine people had been killed in Kentucky and one in Georgia as of Sunday, February 16, after a powerful storm swept through the Southeast, causing flooding that inundated roads and homes.

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US: At Least 9 Killed As Storm Batters Southeast, Triggering Widespread Flooding

At least eight people had been killed in Kentucky and one in Georgia as of Sunday, February 16, after a powerful storm swept through the Southeast, causing flooding that inundated roads and homes.

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Indonesia: Hundreds Evacuated After Severe Flooding Strikes South Sulawesi

Heavy rain struck South Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Tuesday, February 11, causing severe flooding in several areas and forcing hundreds of residents to evacuate. This video shows the flooding in Makassar on Wednesday.

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Canada: Possible ‘Snownado’ Spotted In Southern Ontario Amid Blizzard Conditions

A possible 'snownado' was spotted in Dundalk, Ontario, on Thursday, February 6, amid blizzard conditions, as a low-pressure system moved into southern Ontario, bringing heavy snowfall.

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Madagascar: Tropical Storm Faida Bringing Heavy Rain Ahead Of Landfall

Tropical Storm Faida made landfall over the coastal area in Madagascar’s Vatovavy region early on February 5, with maximum sustained winds of up to 46 km/h. This video captures Faida approaching Tamatave in eastern Madagascar on Monday night, February 3, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds.

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Argentina: Intense Hailstorm Strikes Bahía Blanca, Causing Widespread Damage

An intense hailstorm struck Bahía Blanca, Argentina, on Sunday, February 2, bringing strong winds and causing damage to trees, buildings, and vehicles across the city.

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US: Intense Lightning Strikes Fort Worth As Severe Storm Hits Texas

Intense lightning struck Fort Worth as a storm system moved into Texas on Wednesday, January 29, bringing heavy rainfall that caused flash flooding, forced road closures, and left vehicles stranded in high water.

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France: Strong Winds From Storm Herminia Whip Up Sea Foam Along Ushant Coastline

Storm Herminia battered western France on Sunday, January 26, bringing heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds. This video captures the coastline of Pointe de Pern in Ushant, covered in sea foam as a result of high winds brought by Herminia.

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France: Storm Herminia Batters Western Region With Strong Winds And Historic Flooding

Storm Herminia battered western France on Sunday, January 26, bringing heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds. Herminia unleashed torrential downpours in Brittany, with Rennes facing its worst flooding in 40 years.

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UK: Major Incident Declared Amid Severe Flooding In East Midlands

Torrential rain and thawing snow caused widespread flooding in the East Midlands on Monday, January 6, prompting a major incident to be declared in parts of the region.

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Maldives: Orange Alert Issued As Northeast Monsoon Brings Heavy Rain And Flooding 3

The northeast monsoon swept through the Maldives on Friday, January 3, bringing heavy rain and causing flooding. The Maldives Meteorological Service (MMS) has issued an orange alert, urging residents and visitors to brace for potentially severe weather.

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Maldives: Orange Alert Issued As Northeast Monsoon Brings Heavy Rain And Flooding

The northeast monsoon swept through the Maldives on Friday, January 3, bringing heavy rain and causing flooding. The Maldives Meteorological Service (MMS) has issued an orange alert, urging residents and visitors to brace for potentially severe weather.

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Maldives: Orange Alert Issued As Northeast Monsoon Brings Heavy Rain And Flooding 2

The northeast monsoon swept through the Maldives on Friday, January 3, bringing heavy rain and causing flooding. The Maldives Meteorological Service (MMS) has issued an orange alert, urging residents and visitors to brace for potentially severe weather.

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US: Dense Fog Continues To Loom Over State Of Minnesota

Dense fog continued to loom over Minnesota for the past few days. According to reports, the fog was caused by warmer temperatures melting the snow and recent rain adding moisture to the air.

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US: Dense Fog Blankets Parts Of Northeastern Arkansas

Dense fog blanketed parts of northeastern Arkansas on Monday, December 30, with low visibility expected to persist through the night.

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US: Tornado-Warned Storm Moves Across Alabama 2

A tornado-warned storm moved into Alabama on Saturday, December 28. The National Weather Service issued tornado watches and warnings for a wide area of the state.

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US: EF-1 Tornado Touches Down In Athens, AL, Leaving Devastating Damage

The National Weather Service in Huntsville has confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in downtown Athens, Alabama, on Saturday night, December 28.

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US: Tornado-Producing Storm Leaves 1 Dead, Thousands Without Power In Mississippi 2

Severe storms swept through Central Mississippi, including Jackson, on Saturday, December 28, killing a high school student, while injuring two others in Natchez. Multiple tornadoes were reported, leaving over 40,000 homes without power in the area.