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China: Powerful Icy Floodwaters Surge Through River Channel at Kanas Scenic Area

A sudden surge of icy floodwater tore through a river channel at Kanas Scenic Area in Altay, Xinjiang, on January 6, 2026. The footage captured powerful mountain floodwaters rushing downstream with tremendous force, carrying large chunks of ice that collided and churned as they sped through the channel. The fast-moving icy current swept relentlessly through the riverbed, with floating ice blocks crashing against each other in a churning, hazardous torrent. The dramatic scene unfolded after a group of tourists had crossed a safety barrier to take photos in the riverbed moments before the floodwaters struck.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 3

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 2

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 4

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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Tianjin Flood Restoration - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 29, 2025 shows engineering vehicles taking part in the repair of a road in Changzhou Village of Xiaying Town in Jizhou District, north China's Tianjin. Heavy rainfall has affected Jizhou District for days and triggered mountain floods. Relief and restoration efforts are underway to resume normal production and life order as early as possible. Photo by Li Ran/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tianjin Flood Restoration - China

A worker prepares to repair optic cable in Changzhou Village of Xiaying Town in Jizhou District, north China's Tianjin, July 29, 2025. Heavy rainfall has affected Jizhou District for days and triggered mountain floods. Relief and restoration efforts are underway to resume normal production and life order as early as possible. Photo by Li Ran/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tianjin Flood Restoration - China

Villagers drain water in Changzhou Village of Xiaying Town in Jizhou District, north China's Tianjin, July 29, 2025. Heavy rainfall has affected Jizhou District for days and triggered mountain floods. Relief and restoration efforts are underway to resume normal production and life order as early as possible. Photo by Li Ran/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tianjin Flood Restoration - China

This photo taken on July 29, 2025 shows dump trucks in Changzhou Village of Xiaying Town in Jizhou District, north China's Tianjin. Heavy rainfall has affected Jizhou District for days and triggered mountain floods. Relief and restoration efforts are underway to resume normal production and life order as early as possible. Photo by Li Ran/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Tianjin Flood Restoration - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 29, 2025 shows engineering vehicles taking part in the repair of a road in Changzhou Village of Xiaying Town in Jizhou District, north China's Tianjin. Heavy rainfall has affected Jizhou District for days and triggered mountain floods. Relief and restoration efforts are underway to resume normal production and life order as early as possible. Photo by Li Ran/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Flash Floods Hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, 5 People Rescued

Heavy monsoon rainfall triggered major flash flooding in the mountain village of Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Thursday, July 24, leading to road closures and the rescue of at least five people.

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China: Nujiang River Rages in Yunnan, Torrents Sweep Through Area

This is the dangerous moment that the Nujiang River turned into a raging torrent, triggering a powerful flash flood after days of relentless rainfall. On May 31, 2025, in Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan, the video showed the Nujiang River surging with muddy, turbulent water. Fueled by continuous heavy rain and intensified by orographic lift, the river’s water level rose sharply, unleashing a devastating mountain flood. Water tore through the region with alarming force, visibly inundating the riverbanks and sweeping away debris in its path. According to preliminary data, rainfall across the Nujiang River basin exceeded historical averages by more than four times. Along the Dulong River in particular, rainfall over a three-day span surpassed 300 millimeters, with some areas experiencing over 100 millimeters of downpour in just a short period. The severe flooding damaged roads, farmland, and communication infrastructure, effectively cutting off transportation to several villages. The video ended with torrents of floodwater continuing to rush downstream, leaving behind a landscape of destruction.

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