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Slippery winter road

Slippery winter road

30.12.2025, Haljala. Traffic accident due to the storm and snowy conditions. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja

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Slippery winter road

Slippery winter road

30.12.2025, Haljala. Traffic accident due to the storm and snowy conditions. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja

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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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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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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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Japan: Heavy, Wet Snow Hits Hokkaido, Brings Power Outage Threat

Widespread snowfall blanketed many parts of Hokkaido on Monday, December 8, turning the region into a winter landscape. Much of today’s snow was heavy and wet, and areas with strengthening winds faced the risk of blowing snow, reduced visibility, and possible power outages caused by snow accretion.

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US: Snow Hits St. Louis, Blanketing Roads

A surprise early-afternoon snowstorm hit St. Louis on Monday, December 1 causing crashes, traffic jams, and school closures. Major incidents included a pile-up on westbound I-270 and heavy congestion across the region. Officials said the snow arrived earlier than forecast, preventing timely road treatment.

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VEHICLES STUCK IN SNOW SWEDEN

VEHICLES STUCK IN SNOW SWEDEN

LANDSKRONA 2025-11-20 mMore than 20 vehicles - cars, a bus and a truck - are stuck in the snow drifts and slippery road outside Landskrona,southern Sweden November 20, 2025. The past days the temperature has dropped and winter has arrived to southern Sweden.Photo: Johan Nilsson / TT / Code 50090

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China: Bird Balances on Slippery Rock Amid Rushing Water at Duopotang Waterfall

On October 2, 2025, a video recorded at the steep Duopotang Waterfall, part of the Huangguoshu Scenic Area in Anshun, Guizhou, shows a wild bird balancing on a slippery rock in the middle of the torrent. Despite the force of the rushing water, the bird managed to move slowly across the river.

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China: Beijing Go-Kart Track Hit by Sudden Hailstorm

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a man was driving a go-kart when a sudden hailstorm hit. The track was quickly covered with icy pellets, making it slippery and reducing visibility. The man struggled to control the kart but managed to steer carefully until the hail eased.

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China: Truck Swerves Out of Control During Rainstorm, Narrowly Misses Car

A truck lost control and fishtailed on a rain-soaked road in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, on July 26, 2025, narrowly missing a nearby car. The sedan swerved just in time to avoid a crash. The truck driver later apologized, urging caution in wet conditions.

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China: Dashcam Captures Skidding Car Regaining Control on Rain-Soaked Highway in Hangzhou

On June 16, 2025, in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, the dashcam video captured the moment when a vehicle losing traction during a torrential downpour on a busy highway. The driver skillfully regained control after his car skidded on a rain-soaked highway, avoiding a crash.

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

A wrestler applies olive oil at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

A wrestler celebrates after winning at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

A wrestler applies olive oil at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Competition - Turkey

Wrestlers compete at the 664th Oil Wrestling Competition in Edirne, Turkiye, on July 5, 2025. This unique wrestling has a history of hundreds of years. The contestants are shirtless, wearing only special leather pants, smearing olive oil all over their bodies, and competing on the slippery field. The main way to win is to press the opponent's back to the ground or tear his leather pants. Photo by Liu Lei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Intense Wind and Snow Create Blizzard Conditions in Iowa 3

Parts of Iowa experienced blizzard conditions and strong winds Tuesday night, March 4 into Wednesday, March 5. The blizzard conditions resulted in hazardous roadways, causing reduced visibility and slippery roads.

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US: Intense Wind and Snow Create Blizzard Conditions in Iowa 2

Parts of Iowa experienced blizzard conditions and strong winds Tuesday night, March 4 into Wednesday, March 5. The blizzard conditions resulted in hazardous roadways, causing reduced visibility and slippery roads.

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US: Intense Wind and Snow Create Blizzard Conditions in Iowa

Parts of Iowa experienced blizzard conditions and strong winds Tuesday night, March 4 into Wednesday, March 5. The blizzard conditions resulted in hazardous roadways, causing reduced visibility and slippery roads.

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US: Clipper System Dumps Inches Of Snow In Northeast, Travel Disruptions Expected

A fast-moving clipper system brought severe weather to parts of New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont late Wednesday night, February 26. According to the National Weather Service, the storm could drop 1 to 3 inches of wet snow, potentially causing transportation disruptions the following morning.

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US: Central Ohio Residents Wake Up To Snow

Light snow started falling Wednesday night, February 19 across Central Ohio continuing into Thursday morning, February 20. This video shows blowing snow in Hilliard, Franklin County Thursday morning.

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US: Jackknifed Tractor Trailer Spotted On Snowy Interstate 78 In New Jersey

A jackknifed tractor-trailer was spotted on Interstate 78, crossing Jugtown Mountain in Bethlehem Township, on Sunday night, February 9. There is no further information about the accident at the moment. A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported.

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Japan: Deer Slips And Falls On Snowy Road Amid Severe Cold Wave In Hokkaido

In Hokkaido, which has been hit by a severe cold wave in recent days, a video captured the moment when one of two deer running on snow-covered roads slipped and fell. The deer that fell quickly got back up and chased after the other, determined not to be left behind. The video was filmed on Tuesday, February 4 in Noboribetsu City, located in the central-western part of Hokkaido.

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Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

14.01.2025, Tallinn. Despite promises made for improvements in snow and ice removal by Tallinn City Government, streets in the capital remain slippery and difficult to negotiate in places. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

14.01.2025, Tallinn. Despite promises made for improvements in snow and ice removal by Tallinn City Government, streets in the capital remain slippery and difficult to negotiate in places. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

14.01.2025, Tallinn. Despite promises made for improvements in snow and ice removal by Tallinn City Government, streets in the capital remain slippery and difficult to negotiate in places. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

14.01.2025, Tallinn. Despite promises made for improvements in snow and ice removal by Tallinn City Government, streets in the capital remain slippery and difficult to negotiate in places. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

Thaw has made moving on the streets difficult

14.01.2025, Tallinn. Despite promises made for improvements in snow and ice removal by Tallinn City Government, streets in the capital remain slippery and difficult to negotiate in places. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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US: Pileup Closes Interstate 70 In Southern Illinois

A multiple-car pileup occurred on Interstate 70 near Greenup, Illinois, on Sunday, January 5, forcing the closure of the highway in both directions.

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China: Swarms Of Mayflies Cluster Around Bridge In Changde, Hunan

On September 1, 2024, in Changde, a city in Hunan Province in central China, a video captured a swarm of moths clustering around the Yuanshui Bridge on a dark night. According to local media reports, this is the nuptial flight during the mayfly breeding season, with large numbers of mayflies gathering on the bridge where there are lights, creating a snow-like spectacle. Insect carcasses piled up on the bridge up to 5 centimeters deep, and traffic on the bridge was paralyzed for a while due to slippery road surface. The local agricultural department introduced mayflies as a kind of beneficial insects, which belong to a link of the biological chain of the lake zone. Their massive appearance indicates that the ecological environment of local waters continues to improve.

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China: Father And Son Rescued After Falling Into Manhole In Wuhan

A boy, together with his father, was rescued after falling into a manhole in Wuhan, Hubei on May 25. The filmer of the video rushed to the scene after hearing people yelling to call for the police. Initially thinking it was a traffic accident, he realized that a father and son were in a manhole upon close inspection. Passersby and police used a rope to pull the father and son after a wooden pole was too slippery to help in the rescue. The filmer stopped recording and assisted in the rescue. He later found out from the father that when his 2 sons were playing on the street, they accidentally stepped on an unsecured manhole cover and the younger one fell into the manhole.

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China: Woman Slips On Icy Slope After Freezing Rain In Huanggang, Hubei

On February 24, 2024, in Huanggang, Hubei, following freezing rain, the road became unusually slippery. A woman attempted to ascend a slope but nearly slipped and fell due to the slick surface. She firmly grasped the ground, stabilizing herself, and cautiously moved upward step by step. However, despite her efforts, she ended up slipping at the bottom of the slope due to the slippery ground.

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China: 3 Cars Display Synchronized Spin-Around On Icy Road In Henan

On February 25, 2024, a mesmerizing scene unfolded in Xincai, Henan, China, as three vehicles spun around at the same time on the icy road. Gliding gracefully across the frozen surface, the cars executed seamless maneuvers, swiftly transitioning and coming to a halt with precision. According to local reports, the driver of the first car misunderstood that the filmer would cut him off so the driver applied the emergency brake forcing the cars behind to stop as well. Due to the slippery icy ground, the cars spun around synchronously. Luckily, the cars were left unharmed.

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The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

07.02.2024, Veneküla A multiple car pile up at a known accident hotspot on the outskirts of Tallinn has caused traffic delays. A total of 11 vehicles collided as the weather conditions have been snowy and cold causing slippery roads. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

07.02.2024, Veneküla A multiple car pile up at a known accident hotspot on the outskirts of Tallinn has caused traffic delays. A total of 11 vehicles collided as the weather conditions have been snowy and cold causing slippery roads. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

07.02.2024, Veneküla A multiple car pile up at a known accident hotspot on the outskirts of Tallinn has caused traffic delays. A total of 11 vehicles collided as the weather conditions have been snowy and cold causing slippery roads. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

The accident on the Tallinn Ring Road

07.02.2024, Veneküla A multiple car pile up at a known accident hotspot on the outskirts of Tallinn has caused traffic delays. A total of 11 vehicles collided as the weather conditions have been snowy and cold causing slippery roads. Photo Mihkel Maripuu, Postimees

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Municipalities struggling to maintain slippery roads

Municipalities struggling to maintain slippery roads

30.01.2024, Rakvere. Warmer temperatures and rain have turned the streets extremely slippery. PHOTO: Marianne Loorents/Virumaa Teataja

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Municipalities struggling to maintain slippery roads

Municipalities struggling to maintain slippery roads

30.01.2024, Tartu. Warmer temperatures and rain have turned the streets extremely slippery. Photo Margus Ansu, Tartu Postimees

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