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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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RECAP: Northern California Flooding Kills One, Triggers Rescues and Evacuations

Heavy rain and repeated atmospheric rivers triggered widespread flooding across Northern California over the weekend, killing one person in Redding and prompting rescues and evacuations across the region. Rising rivers and overflowing creeks inundated communities, stranding vehicles and forcing swift-water rescues. In Placer County, emergency crews rescued a baby in a carrier and nine people after the South Yuba River overtook a home. Flooding also impacted Mendocino and Humboldt counties, where roads turned into rivers of muddy water and animals were left stranded. Authorities urged residents to avoid travel and warned motorists not to cross flooded roadways.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 4

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 3

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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New Israeli Outpost Near Hebron - Palestine

A view shows roads and buildings in the area of Hebron, in the occupied West Bank, on December 22, 2025. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Settlement Affairs Minister Orit Strock visited nearby Jabal Juweihan to mark the establishment of a new settlement outpost. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Israeli Outpost Near Hebron - Palestine

A view shows fields and roads with prefabricated structures and tents at a newly established Israeli settlement outpost at Jabal Juweihan east of Hebron, in the occupied West Bank, on December 22, 2025. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Settlement Affairs Minister Orit Strock visited the site to mark the establishment of the outpost. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Israeli Outpost Near Hebron - Palestine

A view shows roads and buildings in the area of Hebron, in the occupied West Bank, on December 22, 2025. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Settlement Affairs Minister Orit Strock visited nearby Jabal Juweihan to mark the establishment of a new settlement outpost. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Vehicles Stranded in Xinjiang Amid Heavy Snow and Strong Winds

On December 12, 2025, heavy snow and strong winds left several vehicles stranded on icy roads in Xinjiang, China, after which rescue teams worked overnight to clear the area.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 2

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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US: Heavy Rain from Winter Storm Triggers Flooding in Willits, California

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Willits on Sunday morning, December 21, amid rising water levels. The area is forecast to receive between 1 and 3 inches of rain through Monday, December 22, with higher totals possible at higher elevations. The National Weather Service warns motorists never to attempt to cross flooded roadways. From Arcata to Shelter Cove, heavy rain inundated valleys and caused creeks to overflow their banks, and turned roads into rivers of fast-moving muddy water.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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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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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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Hainan Free Trade Port

HAIKOU, CHINA - DECEMBER 7, 2025 - Trucks pass through the roads around the centralized freight inspection yard in Haikou City, Hainan Province, China on December 7, 2025.

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Hainan Free Trade Port

HAIKOU, CHINA - DECEMBER 7, 2025 - Trucks pass through the roads around the centralized freight inspection yard in Haikou City, Hainan Province, China on December 7, 2025.

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Hainan Free Trade Port

HAIKOU, CHINA - DECEMBER 7, 2025 - Roads around the centralized freight inspection yard in Haikou City, Hainan Province, China on December 7, 2025.

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US: Icy Roads After Snowfall Across Pennsylvania, Hazardous Travel Issued

The snow that fell Saturday night into Sunday, December 14, in central Pennsylvania partially thawed during the day but refroze as temperatures dropped in the afternoon and evening. Due to the resulting possibility of hazardous travel on Sunday night, December 14 and Monday morning, December 15, there is a possibility that classes in central Pa. could be delayed by one or two hours.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - A sanitation worker clears snow on roads in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - A sanitation worker clears snow on roads in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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Extremely Cold Weather Hit Mohe

MOHE, CHINA - DECEMBER 15, 2025 - Sanitation workers clear snow on roads in extremely cold weather in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, China on December 15, 2025. Mohe City, located in the northernmost part of China, is experiencing extreme ice and fog weather, with the lowest temperature reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius on that day.

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US: Heavy Lake Effect Snow Hits Upstate New York

Heavy lake effect snow hit Western and Central New York on Thursday, December 11.

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US: Heavy Lake Effect Snow Hits Upstate New York 2

Heavy lake effect snow hit Western and Central New York on Thursday, December 11.

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RECAP: Washington State Slammed by Historic Floods as Rivers Shatter Records

Days of torrential rain from a strong atmospheric river caused historic flooding across Washington State, prompting a state of emergency and mass evacuations. Rivers including the Skagit, Snohomish, and Snoqualmie reached record or near-record levels, with Snoqualmie Falls transformed into a powerful, overflowing torrent. Communities were inundated, homes were swept away, major roads were washed out, and rescue operations continue as more rain is expected.

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US: Snow Falls in Northern New Jersey 2

Parts of northern New Jersey saw snow on Wednesday, December 10.

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US: Snow Falls in Northern New Jersey

Parts of northern New Jersey saw snow on Wednesday, December 10.

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US: Winter Storm Brings Snow to Michigan

A winter storm swept through west-central and central Michigan from Tuesday, December 9 into Wednesday, December 10, dropping 2–6 inches of snow.

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US: Roads Become Hazardous After Morning Snow Hits Across Kentucky

Early Monday morning, December 8, Kentucky roads became hazardous due to a mixture of snow and freezing rain. A Winter Weather Advisory has been expanded slightly westward and remains in effect until 1 PM, covering areas northeast of a line from Harlan to Estill County, including the I-64 and Mountain Parkway corridors. Motorists should expect slick conditions ahead of another winter system expected later this week.

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US: Chicago Sees Another Round of Snow as Season Totals Surge

Overnight snowfall early Sunday, December 7, pushed Chicago’s seasonal total past 17 inches—the fastest since 1978. More than 200 city trucks cleared roads before dawn, helping residents manage slick travel conditions.

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Prague Dancing House or Ginger and Fred, by Frank Gehry and Vlado Milunic , Prague,Czech Republic, EU, Europe

La maison qui danse, ou maison dansante (Tancici dum), concue par Frank Gehry et Vlado Milunic, Prague, Republique tcheque, Europe. - Photo by Clark/robertharding/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM - Vertical; Color Image; Travel Destinations; Travel; Outdoors; Day; Prague; Czech Republic; Europe; Capital Cities; Dancing House; Fred and Ginger; Modern; Deconstructivist; Incidental People; Building Exterior; Building; Architecture; City; Urban Scene; Street; Road; Cities; Urban; Colour Image; Color; Colour; Daytime; Outdoor; Outside; Streets; Roads; Travel Destination; Tourist Destination; Tourist Destinations

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Dancing House or Ginger and Fred at night by Frank Gehry, busy traffic light trails, Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic, EU, Europe

Trainees de lumiere laissees de nuit par des voitures devant la maison qui danse, ou maison dansante (Tancici dum), concue par Frank Gehry et Vlado Milunic, Prague, Boheme, Republique tcheque, Europe. - Photo by Clark/robertharding/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM - Horizontal; Color Image; Travel Destinations; Travel; Outdoors; Night; Prague; Czech Republic; Europe; Capital Cities; Dancing House; Fred and Ginger; Modern; Deconstructivist; Incidental People; Building Exterior; Building; Architecture; City; Urban Scene; Street; Road; Light Trail; Long Exposure; Street Light; Light Beam; Illuminated; Cities; Urban; Colour Image; Color; Colour; Nighttime; Outdoor; Outside; Streets; Roads; Travel Destination; Tourist Destination; Tourist Destinations

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US: Snowstorm Blankets Denver Metro and Front Range 2

A winter storm brought several inches of snow to the Denver metro and Front Range from late Tuesday, December 2, into Wednesday, December 3, marking the first significant snowstorm of the season in the area.

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US: Snowstorm Blankets Denver Metro and Front Range 3

A winter storm brought several inches of snow to the Denver metro and Front Range from late Tuesday, December 2, into Wednesday, December 3, marking the first significant snowstorm of the season in the area.

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Illustration - Vosges

FRANCE. ALSACE. HAUT-RHIN (68) - THE MUNSTER VALLEY IN WINTER, ENVELOPED BY FROST, SNOW AND MIST, REVEALS A PEACEFUL AND MYSTERIOUS ALSATIAN LANDSCAPE IN THE VOSGES MOUNTAINS, WHERE WINDING ROADS MEANDER THROUGH VILLAGES COVERED IN WHITE. Photo by Vincent Schneider/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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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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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Anti-riot police officers stand in formation outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Anti-riot police officers stand in formation outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf gather behind a barricade formed by two semi-trucks set up by anti-riot police outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf bypass a barricade formed by two semi-trucks set up by anti-riot police outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Anti-riot police officers stand in formation outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Ali Muhammad Khan, a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan, stands in front of anti-riot police officers outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Ali Muhammad Khan, a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan, stands in front of anti-riot police officers outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf bypass a barricade formed by two semi-trucks set up by anti-riot police outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf bypass a barricade formed by two semi-trucks set up by anti-riot police outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Anti-riot police officers stand behind a barricade outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Protesters gather outside Adiala Jail, one of them holding a framed portrait of Imran Khan, in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Anti-riot police officers stand behind a barricade outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Khan Supporters Protest Outside Rawalpindi Jail - Pakistan

Anti-riot police officers stand behind a barricade outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 2, 2025. Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gathered to protest denied access to jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, amid unverified rumors about his health. Authorities imposed Section 144 for three days to ban public assemblies, while deploying thousands of personnel to block roads and entry points. Khan has been held in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges. Photo by Raja Imran/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM