UK: Storm Goretti Whips Up Powerful Waves Along Cornwall Coast 2

This video shows whipped up waves hitting the coast in Porthleven, Cornwall on Thursday, January 8. Storm Goretti left widespread disruption across southwest England and the Channel Islands, with powerful winds causing power outages, road closures, and school disruptions. Gusts reached up to 99 mph in the Isles of Scilly, leaving more than 42,000 properties without electricity in Cornwall, hundreds affected in Devon and the Channel Islands, and forcing school closures, evacuations, and transport disruptions.

UK: Storm Goretti Whips Up Powerful Waves Along Cornwall Coast

This video shows whipped up waves hitting the coast in Porthleven, Cornwall on Thursday, January 8. Storm Goretti left widespread disruption across southwest England and the Channel Islands, with powerful winds causing power outages, road closures, and school disruptions. Gusts reached up to 99 mph in the Isles of Scilly, leaving more than 42,000 properties without electricity in Cornwall, hundreds affected in Devon and the Channel Islands, and forcing school closures, evacuations, and transport disruptions.

UK: Sea Foam Covers Yesnaby Shoreline as Storm Bram Brings Rough Waves

Storm Bram swept across the UK, bringing heavy rain and powerful winds. In Yesnaby, the intense weather generated rough waves and sea foam that covered the shoreline on the Orkney Islands.

UK: Storm Bram Sends Huge Waves Crashing Into Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland

On Tuesday, December 9, Storm Bram swept through the UK and Ireland, bringing severe winds and flooding. This video shows big waves hitting the shore in Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland.

Ireland: Storm Bram Brings Severe Winds and Flooding 4

Storm Bram made landfall in Ireland bringing severe winds and flooding across the country on Tuesday, December 9.

Ireland: Storm Bram Brings Severe Winds and Flooding 3

Storm Bram made landfall in Ireland bringing severe winds and flooding across the country on Tuesday, December 9.

Ireland: Storm Bram Brings Severe Winds and Flooding Risks 2

Storm Bram made landfall in Ireland bringing severe winds and flooding risks across the country on Tuesday, December 9.

Ireland: Storm Bram Brings Severe Winds and Flooding Risks

Storm Bram made landfall in Ireland bringing severe winds and flooding risks across the country on Tuesday, December 9.

Jamaica: Hurricane Melissa Hits Cat 5, Sparks Evacuations and Warnings 2

Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength as it approached Jamaica, bringing winds of 260 km/h (160 mph) and up to 1 meter (40 inches) of rain. The slow-moving storm was located southwest of Kingston and is expected to make landfall late Monday or early Tuesday. Authorities ordered evacuations in low-lying areas including Port Royal, opened nearly 900 shelters, and closed both international airports. Officials warned of “catastrophic” flash floods and landslides.

Jamaica: Hurricane Melissa Hits Cat 5, Sparks Evacuations and Warnings

Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength as it approached Jamaica, bringing winds of 260 km/h (160 mph) and up to 1 meter (40 inches) of rain. The slow-moving storm was located southwest of Kingston and is expected to make landfall late Monday or early Tuesday. Authorities ordered evacuations in low-lying areas including Port Royal, opened nearly 900 shelters, and closed both international airports. Officials warned of “catastrophic” flash floods and landslides.

Japan: Typhoon Nakri Brings Strong Winds to Southern Izu Islands

Typhoon Nakri made its closest approach to the southern Izu Islands on Monday morning, October 13, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.

Japan: High Waves Pound Kanagawa Coast as Typhoon Nakri Approaches Izu Islands

On Monday morning, October 13, high waves were observed along the coast of Kanagawa Prefecture as Typhoon Nakri approached. The powerful typhoon passed south of Hachijojima, part of Tokyo, moving eastward, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the southern Izu Islands.

Bermuda: Rough Waves Crash Along Shore as Hurricane Imelda Approaches 3

On Wednesday, October 1, rough waves crashed along Bermuda’s shoreline as Hurricane Imelda approached the island.

Bermuda: Rough Waves Crash Along Shore as Hurricane Imelda Approaches 2

On Wednesday, October 1, rough waves crashed along Bermuda’s shoreline as Hurricane Imelda approached the island.

Bermuda: Rough Waves Crash Along Shore as Hurricane Imelda Approaches

On Wednesday, October 1, rough waves crashed along Bermuda’s shoreline as Hurricane Imelda approached the island.

RECAP: Super Typhoon Ragasa Lashes Northern Philippines

Super Typhoon Ragasa, locally called Nando, battered northern Philippines with torrential rain and strong winds, causing floods, deadly landslides, and widespread destruction. The storm killed at least nine people: seven from a capsized fishing boat off Cagayan province, one in a landslide in Benguet, and one who drowned in La Union. About 192,000 people across 950 villages were affected. Communities were submerged, homes destroyed, and roads blocked by debris.

RECAP: Super Typhoon Ragasa Hits Hong Kong With Hurricane-Force Winds

Super Typhoon Ragasa brough hurricane-force winds as it passed south of the city on Wednesday, September 24, prompting school closures and travel disruptions. Streets were largely deserted, waves taller than lampposts battered the promenades, hundreds of flights at Hong Kong International Airport were canceled The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10.

Hong Kong: Huge Waves Pound Coastline as Typhoon Ragasa Sweeps Past

Huge waves crashed along the Hong Kong shoreline on Wednesday, September 24, as Super Typhoon Ragasa passed south of the city, bringing hurricane-force winds.

US: Florida Sees Rough Surf Conditions as Hurricane Erin Approaches

Hurricane Erin downgraded to a Category 2 storm on Tuesday, August 19, but remained powerful, driving sustained wind gusts. The storm is forecast to bring life-threatening rip currents and surf conditions across the U.S. East Coast. This video taken at Vilano Beach in St. Augustine, Florida, shows the waves turning rough as Erin approaches.

Ireland: Storm Floris Brings Strong Winds and Power Outages 2

Storm Floris swept across Ireland on Monday, August 4, bringing strong winds and causing disruption in several regions. More than 10,000 homes and businesses, mainly in the northwest, lost power, and about 2,700 remained without power by evening despite restoration efforts.

Ireland: Storm Floris Brings Strong Winds and Power Outages

Storm Floris swept across Ireland on Monday, August 4, bringing strong winds and causing disruption in several regions. More than 10,000 homes and businesses, mainly in the northwest, lost power, and about 2,700 remained without power by evening despite restoration efforts.

Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

(250613) -- SANYA, June 13, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Strong winds and rough waves are seen at the Dadonghai sea area in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Zhao Yingquan/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

Typhoon Wutip Hits Hainan - China

(250613) -- SANYA, June 13, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Strong winds and rough waves are seen at the Dadonghai sea area in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, June 13, 2025. As Typhoon Wutip continued to strengthen, the Hainan provincial meteorological service maintained a Level III typhoon alert as of 11 a.m. Friday. As of 10 a.m. on Friday, the storm's center was located over coastal waters near Ledong Li Autonomous County, with maximum sustained winds near the center reaching 28 meters per second. By 8 p.m., downpours are expected in many parts of the province. According to meteorological forecasts at noon, Typhoon Wutip is expected to move northward at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometers per hour, with little change in intensity. Photo by Zhao Yingquan/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Australia: Large Swells Batter East Coast as Cyclone Alfred Approaches 2

Large swells battered the east coast of Australia on Wednesday, March 5, as Tropical Cyclone Alfred barreled toward the region.

Australia: Large Swells Batter East Coast as Cyclone Alfred Approaches

Large swells battered the east coast of Australia on Wednesday, March 5, as Tropical Cyclone Alfred barreled toward the region.

UK: Sea Foam Blankets Coastlines As Storm Darragh Sweeps Across Country

Storm Darragh swept across Ireland and the UK, causing widespread damage and power outages. Along the coast, strong winds and rough waves caused sea foam to rise and cover the shoreline.

Ireland: Storm Ashley Brings Strong Winds, Leaving Thousands Without Power 3

On Sunday, October 20, Storm Ashley hit the island of Ireland with strong winds, leaving thousands of homes without power and causing dozens of flights to be canceled. The video shows a Norwegian plane making a difficult landing amid the high winds caused by Storm Ashley.

UK: High Winds Batter Coastlines Amid Storm Ashley 3

Storm Ashley brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK on Sunday, October 20, leading to disruptions and widespread power outages. Coastlines experienced big waves crashing against them during the storm.

Ireland: Storm Ashley Brings Strong Winds, Leaving Thousands Without Power 2

On Sunday, October 20, Storm Ashley hit the island of Ireland with powerful winds, causing significant disruptions across the region, particularly in coastal areas that experienced massive waves. Thousands of homes were left without power as the storm wreaked havoc, especially along the west coast, which was the hardest hit. In addition to widespread outages, dozens of flights were canceled due to the severe weather conditions.

UK: High Winds Batter Coastlines Amid Storm Ashley

Storm Ashley brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK on Sunday, October 20, leading to disruptions and widespread power outages. Coastlines experienced big waves crashing against them during the storm.

UK: High Winds Batter Coastlines Amid Storm Ashley 2

Storm Ashley brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK on Sunday, October 20, leading to disruptions and widespread power outages. Coastlines experienced big waves crashing against them during the storm.

Ireland: Storm Ashley Brings Strong Winds, Leaving Thousands Without Power

On Sunday, October 20, Storm Ashley hit the island of Ireland with powerful winds, causing significant disruptions across the region, particularly in coastal areas that experienced massive waves. Thousands of homes were left without power as the storm wreaked havoc, especially along the west coast, which was the hardest hit. In addition to widespread outages, dozens of flights were canceled due to the severe weather conditions.

Ireland: Severe Weather With Heavy Rain And Strong Winds Strikes Waterford

Inclement weather with heavy rain and high winds struck Waterford, southeast Ireland on Sunday, September 29.

US: Hurricane Helene Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Florida 3

Hurricane Helene brought strong winds, rough waves, and heavy rain to parts of Florida on Wednesday, September 25, as it barreled through the Gulf of Mexico toward the state.

US: Hurricane Helene Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Florida

Hurricane Helene brought strong winds, rough waves, and heavy rain to parts of Florida on Wednesday, September 25, as it barreled through the Gulf of Mexico toward the state.

US: Hurricane Helene Brings Strong Winds, Heavy Rain To Florida 2

Hurricane Helene brought strong winds, rough waves, and heavy rain to parts of Florida on Wednesday, September 25, as it barreled through the Gulf of Mexico toward the state.

China: Sudden High Waves Topple Tourists In Qingdao

On August 27, 2024, visitors to the Badaxia Residential District in Qingdao, Shandong Province, eastern China, experienced a dramatic turn of events as sudden high waves knocked down several people. The weather was overcast and gloomy, and the sea suddenly became rough, and the tide came in quickly. As the fierce waves surged, tourists at the shore rushed to safety.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 11

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 7

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 8

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 10

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 9

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 3

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 4

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 6

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 5

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Bermuda: Rough Seas Hit Coastline As Hurricane Ernesto Barrels Toward Islands 2

Hurricane Ernesto is heading north toward Bermuda after passing Puerto Rico. The storm strengthened into Category 2 hurricane Thursday night, August 15. A hurricane warning has been issued for Bermuda.

Japan: Typhoon Ampil Brings Winds, Rain To Parts Of Tohoku Region

Typhoon Ampil developed into a powerful storm as it approached the Kanto region, including Tokyo, on Friday, August 16 bringing strong winds and heavy rains. Ampil has also brought rains and winds to parts of Tohoku region on the Pacific side as it slowly moved north-northeast. In Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, evacuation was ordered for 320,000 residents because of the risk of flooding and mudslides.

Japan: Typhoon Ampil Brings Torrential Rains, Strong Winds To Kanto Region 7

Typhoon Ampil (No. 7) developed into a powerful storm and approached the Kanto region, including Tokyo, on Friday, August 16. Japan Meteorological Agency issued warnings for violent winds and mudslides, as well as high tides, flooding, and swollen and overflowing rivers.