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Spain: Hail and Heavy Rain Hit Malaga’s Axarquía Region on Christmas Eve

On December 24 (Christmas Eve), a storm bringing heavy rain and hail struck the Axarquía region of Málaga province in southern Spain. In several coastal and inland towns, the ground and even the beaches were covered in white, and a waterspout was also sighted offshore near Chilches. Authorities issued an amber warning for heavy rain and activated an emergency flood prevention plan. Traffic was disrupted on the A-7 motorway due to poor visibility and slippery road conditions, with some sections closed. Reports included localized flooding of homes and roads, as well as minor collisions, but no major damage has been confirmed so far.

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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: 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: Thanksgiving Snow Hits Ohio 3

Heavy lake-effect snow hit parts of Ohio Thanksgiving weekend, causing poor visibility.

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US: Thanksgiving Snow Hits Ohio 2

Heavy lake-effect snow hit parts of Northeast Ohio on Thanksgiving, November 27, causing poor visibility. This video shows the blizzard condition in Youngstown, Mahoning County, on Wednesday, November 26.

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US: Thanksgiving Snow Hits Ohio

Heavy lake-effect snow hit parts of Northeast Ohio on Thanksgiving, November 27, causing poor visibility. This video shows reduced visibility on Interstate 271 near Bedford.

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US: Dust Storm Rolls Through West Texas 3

A dust storm rolled across West Texas on Thursday, November 20, reducing visibility.

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US: Dust Storm Rolls Through West Texas 2

A dust storm rolled across West Texas on Thursday, November 20, reducing visibility.

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US: Dust Storm Rolls Through West Texas

A dust storm rolled across West Texas on Thursday, November 20, reducing visibility.

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UK: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Bring Hazardous Driving Conditions in Shetland

Shetland saw heavy snowfall on Tuesday, November 18 as the Met Office issued yellow warnings for snow and ice across Scotland and northern England.

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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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Mexico: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Mexico City, Disrupting Airport Operations 3

Heavy rain flooded Mexico City on Sunday, August 10, causing flights to or from Mexico City International Airport to be diverted or suspended due to poor visibility and flooding.

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Canada: Wildfire Near Thomas Pond, Newfoundland Burns 200 Hectares, Prompts Evacuations 3

A wildfire at Paddy's Pond in St. John’s, Newfoundland, is burning about 200 hectares. Evacuation orders affect the industrial area, with alerts for parts of Paradise and Conception Bay South. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze amid smoke and poor visibility.

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Canada: Wildfire Near Thomas Pond, Newfoundland Burns 200 Hectares, Prompts Evacuations

A wildfire at Paddy's Pond in St. John’s, Newfoundland, is burning about 200 hectares. Evacuation orders affect the industrial area, with alerts for parts of Paradise and Conception Bay South. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze amid smoke and poor visibility.

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Canada: Wildfire Near Thomas Pond, Newfoundland Burns 200 Hectares, Prompts Evacuations 2

A wildfire at Paddy's Pond in St. John’s, Newfoundland, is burning about 200 hectares. Evacuation orders affect the industrial area, with alerts for parts of Paradise and Conception Bay South. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze amid smoke and poor visibility.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Mexico City, Disrupting Airport Operations

Heavy rain flooded Mexico City on Sunday, August 10, causing flights to or from Mexico City International Airport to be diverted or suspended due to poor visibility and flooding.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Mexico City, Disrupting Airport Operations 2

Heavy rain flooded Mexico City on Sunday, August 10, causing flights to or from Mexico City International Airport to be diverted or suspended due to poor visibility and flooding.

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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: 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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Wildfire Smoke Reaches Major Cities - Canada

A man walks along the St. Lawrence River in front of the Old Port of Montreal on Friday, June 6, 2025. Smoke from the wildfires in the Canadian Prairies is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in the Greater Montreal region. Photo by Christinne Muschi/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Smoke Reaches Major Cities - Canada

A cargo ship sails through the Port of Montreal on Friday, June 6, 2025. Smoke from the wildfires in the Canadian Prairies is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in the Greater Montreal region. Photo by Christinne Muschi/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Smoke Reaches Major Cities - Canada

Thip Sourinh fishes on the St. Lawrence River in Montreal, QC, Canada on Friday, June 6, 2025. Smoke from the wildfires in the Canadian Prairies is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in the Greater Montreal region. Photo by Christinne Muschi/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Smoke Reaches Major Cities - Canada

A cargo ship sails through the Port of Montreal on Friday, June 6, 2025. Smoke from the wildfires in the Canadian Prairies is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in the Greater Montreal region. Photo by Christinne Muschi/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Haze Blankets New York Due to Ongoing Canadian Wildfires

More than 200 wildfires continue to burn across Canada, sending smoke into several U.S. states, including the East Coast. Air quality alerts remained in effect for some areas, especially near the Canadian border.

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Canada: Wildfires Rage Across Manitoba, Blanketing Skies in Smoke

More than 200 wildfires continued to burn across Canada as of Friday, June 6, prompting nationwide air quality alerts as smoke drifts into the U.S. In Manitoba, over 20 fires, including several that are "out of control," forced approximately 19,000 people to evacuate their homes.

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Australia: Dust Storm Hits NSW, Triggering Poor Air Quality in Sydney

A dust storm sweeping in from South Australia reached coastal New South Wales on Tuesday morning, shrouding towns in a yellowish haze, reducing visibility in some areas, and triggering very poor air quality across Sydney.

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India: Monsoon Rain Causes Flooding in Mumbai, Red Alert Issued 3

Mumbai was hit by heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds on Monday, May 26, disrupting suburban rail services and slowing traffic due to poor visibility. The city recorded its highest rainfall in 107 years on the first day of the monsoon, leading to widespread waterlogging across the city. Red alerts for Mumbai and surrounding areas had been issued.

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Australia: Dust Storms Roar Through Parts of South Australia and Victoria 2

Dust storms swept through parts of South Australia and Victoria on Monday, May 26, reducing visibility as red dirt filled the sky.

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India: Monsoon Rain Causes Flooding in Mumbai, Red Alert Issued 2

Mumbai was hit by heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds on Monday, May 26, disrupting suburban rail services and slowing traffic due to poor visibility. The city recorded its highest rainfall in 107 years on the first day of the monsoon, leading to widespread waterlogging across the city. Red alerts for Mumbai and surrounding areas had been issued.

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India: Flooding Hits Mumbai, Red Alert Issued

Mumbai was hit by heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds on Monday, May 26, disrupting suburban rail services and slowing traffic due to poor visibility. The city recorded its highest rainfall in 107 years on the first day of the monsoon, leading to widespread waterlogging across the city. Red alerts for Mumbai and surrounding areas had been issued on Sunday, May 25.

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Australia: Dust Storms Roar Through Parts of South Australia and Victoria

Dust storms swept through eastern South Australia and western Victoria on Monday, May 26, reducing visibility as red dirt filled the sky.

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US: Dense Fog Affects Visibility on Highway in Colorado

Dense fog engulfed parts of Colorado on Wednesday, May 7, reducing visibility. This video was shot on Interstate 25 near Monument.

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Mexico: Massive Haboob Engulfs Chihuahua, Causing Poor Air Quality

A massive sandstorm, known as Haboob, struck Chihuahua and surrounding areas on Saturday, April 19, reducing visibility, worsening air quality, and impacting public health.

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China: Yellow Haze Engulfs Xinjiang City During Sandstorm

On March 26, 2025, in Hetian, located in northwestern China’s Xinjiang province, a video captured a powerful sandstorm blanketing the city in a dense yellow haze. Shot from a high-rise building at 6:58 p.m., the footage shows near-zero visibility. The storm was so intense that the roads, cars, and surroundings were barely distinguishable. Vehicles driving with headlights on could be seen struggling through the dust, with visibility reduced to less than five meters. The entire city appeared to be engulfed in a scene resembling the end of the world. Chinese netizens were shocked by the apocalyptic atmosphere.

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US: Dust Storm Causes Low Visibility on Highway in Albuquerque

A dust storm engulfed parts of New Mexico on Tuesday, April 1. This video, shot on Interstate 10 in New Mexico, shows the area engulfed in dust and with reduced visibility.

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Canada: Heavy Snowfall Causes Low Visibility in Calgary and Surrounding Area 2

Snow fell in Calgary on Tuesday night, April 1, impacting visibility. A heavy snowfall warning was issued for the city and Rocky View County near Cochrane.

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Canada: Heavy Snowfall in Calgary and Surrounding Area

Snow fell in Calgary on Tuesday night, April 1 as a heavy snowfall warning was issued for the city and Rocky View County near Cochrane.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 6

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 2

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.

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South Korea: Wildfire Smoke Engulfs Communities in North Gyeongsang Province 4

Wildfires raging in South Korea's southeastern regions have caused smoke to blanket communities in North Gyeongsang Province. The fire, which broke out in Sancheong County, South Gyeongsang Province, on Friday, March 21, spread to Andong City, Cheongsong County, Yeongyang County, and Yeongdeok County in neighboring North Gyeongsang Province. Reports indicate that the fire has claimed the lives of more than 20 people.