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Japan: Tokyo Storm Causes Water to Surge From Manholes

Heavy rain hit Tokyo on Friday, July 24, triggering thunderstorms amid unstable atmospheric conditions. A Level 4 warning was issued for Itabashi and Kita wards, with Level 3 warnings in seven other wards, disrupting commutes and raising flood and river overflow risks. This video shows water gushing out from a manhole in Itabashi ward, Tokyo.

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Spain: Hailstorm Hits Ripoll, Catalonia

A hailstorm hit Ripoll, Spain, on Thursday, July 23.

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US: Tropical Storm Bertha Prompts Closure of Two Florida Panhandle State Parks

Tropical Storm Bertha prompted the closure of St. Andrews State Park and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park in the Florida Panhandle. Gusty winds, rain, and rough surf also brought double red flags to area beaches and closed two local piers.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Kentucky as Severe Storms Sweep Through

Flash flooding was reported in parts of Kentucky on Tuesday, July 21, as severe storms swept across the state.

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US: Tropical Storm Bertha Floods Mississippi Coastal Neighborhoods

Floodwater from Tropical Storm Bertha inundated a residential neighborhood in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, submerging yards, docks, and streets, according to a social media post shared Wednesday. The video shows water levels rising to cover much of the low-lying area as Bertha moved through the Gulf Coast region.

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US: Madison Protesters Storm Concert Stage Following Fatal Police Shooting 2

Protesters marched from the scene of a fatal police shooting on the Near East Side to Capitol Square in Madison, Wisconsin, on Wednesday, July 22, taking over the stage set for that night's Concert on the Square. The demonstration followed the fatal shooting of a man in his 30s earlier that afternoon, whom police said had pulled a knife during a struggle to detain him after officers responded to a report of a man checking parked cars.

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US: Tropical Storm Bertha Pushes Lake Pontchartrain Over Seawall in New Orleans

Storm surge from Tropical Storm Bertha pushed Lake Pontchartrain waters up to the top of the floodwall along the South Shore in New Orleans, Louisiana, with waves splashing over onto Lakeshore Drive near the Mardi Gras Fountain. This video shows water from the lake spilling onto the roadway as Bertha moved through the region. Bertha made landfall Wednesday afternoon, July 22, near the Biloxi Wildlife Management Area in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, with sustained winds of 45 mph, trakcing west along the Louisiana coast.

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US: Tornado Spotted Near North Middletown, Kentucky

A tornado was spotted near North Middletown in Bourbon County as severe storms swept across Kentucky on Tuesday, July 21.

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US: Heavy Rains Sweep Across Connecticut, Causing Flash Flooding

Severe thunderstorms swept through the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Tuesday, July 21, bringing heavy rain, flooding, and tornado threats to areas including New Jersey and Connecticut. More than 2,000 flights were canceled, and ground stops were issued at some airports. This video shows flash flooding in Norwalk, Connecticut.

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US: Heavy Rains Sweep Across Connecticut, Causing Flash Flooding 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Tuesday, July 21, bringing heavy rain, flooding, and tornado threats to areas including New Jersey and Connecticut. More than 2,000 flights were canceled, and ground stops were issued at some airports. This video shows flash flooding in Norwalk, Connecticut.

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Chile: Kast Declares Catastrophe in Coquimbo and Huasco Amid Storm

A frontal storm system dropped a month's worth of rainfall on northern Chile, prompting President José Antonio Kast to declare a State of Emergency and Catastrophe for the Coquimbo region and Huasco province on Monday. The storm has left at least five dead, and more than 99,000 people isolated nationwide, Senapred reported Monday, July 20.

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Chile: Kast Declares Catastrophe in Coquimbo and Huasco Amid Storm 2

A frontal storm system dropped a month's worth of rainfall on northern Chile, prompting President José Antonio Kast to declare a State of Emergency and Catastrophe for the Coquimbo region and Huasco province on Monday. The storm has left at least five dead, and more than 99,000 people isolated nationwide, Senapred reported Monday, July 20.

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China: Shenyang Lighthouse Floats 20 Kilometers After Washed Away by Torrential Rain

The "Shenyang Lighthouse," a navigation beacon in Shenyang, Liaoning, was swept 20 kilometers downstream along the Hun River on July 13, 2026 after torrential rain caused floodwaters to surge.

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China: Man Blown Into Air by Kunming Storm

A severe thunderstorm in Kunming, Yunnan lifted a man off the ground on July 15, 2026 as he clung to an outdoor awning frame, with diners watching in disbelief from inside a nearby restaurant.

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US: Outer Bands From Tropical Depression Two Bring Showers to Central Florida

As outer bands from Tropical Depression Two, expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha, moved through Central Florida on Monday, July 20, scattered showers hit the area.

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China: Cat Trapped Outside as Storm Pours Down in Shandong

In Shandong, a cat was filmed frantically pawing at a window on a terrace during a heavy downpour, desperately trying to get back inside on July 6.

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US: Strong Storms Sweep Northeast, Dumping Rain and Leaving Damage

Strong thunderstorms swept through the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, dumping heavy rain and leaving damage across the region.

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Chile: Storm Floods Roadways in Atacama Region

An intense frontal storm system brought heavy rain to Chile's Atacama Region over the weekend, flooding roadways including Route 5 North near Copiapó.

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US: Strong Storms Sweep Northeast, Dumping Rain and Leaving Damage 2

Strong thunderstorms swept through the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, dumping heavy rain and leaving damage across the region.

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US: Torrential Rain Batters New York City, Triggers Flash Floods 3

New York City was battered by torrential rain, pea-sized hail and thunderstorms on Saturday, July 18, triggering flash flood warnings and widespread disruption across the five boroughs.

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US: Storm Batters Victor, New York With Strong Winds, Hail 2

Severe thunderstorms battered the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, dumping heavy rain in New York and triggering flash floods, with severe thunderstorm watches for parts of Central and Western New York. This video shows strong winds and hail battering Victor, New York.

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Chile: Deadly Storm Pounds Valparaiso, Cuts Power to 400,000 Homes

A powerful storm system battered central Chile, killing four people and prompting Valparaíso to declare a red alert as rainfall exceeded 140 millimeters in under two days and winds reached up to 160 kilometers per hour. The storm, described by Chile's meteorological service as one of the most intense in recent years, affected 10 of the country's 16 regions, cutting power to more than 400,000 homes and forcing evacuations of entire neighborhoods near rivers such as the Marga Marga and Quilpué amid fears of flooding.

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US: Storm Batters Victor, New York With Strong Winds, Hail

Severe thunderstorms battered the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, dumping heavy rain in New York and triggering flash floods, with severe thunderstorm watches for parts of Central and Western New York. This video shows strong winds and hail battering Victor, New York.

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US: Torrential Rain Batters New York City, Triggers Flash Floods

New York City was battered by torrential rain, pea-sized hail and thunderstorms on Saturday, July 18, triggering flash flood warnings and widespread disruption across the five boroughs.

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France: Violent Storm Strikes Loire, Bringing Tornado and Giant Hail

A violent storm hit the Loire on Thursday evening, July 16. A mini tornado, hailstones up to 5 cm, and strong winds caused significant damage.

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France: Violent Hailstorm Strikes Dijon, Causing Damage

A violent hailstorm hit Dijon on Wednesday evening, July 15, with large hailstones battering streets, buildings, and vehicles, and flooding roads.

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France: Violent Hailstorm Batters Ardèche, Damaging Cars and Buildings

Severe hailstorms struck France's Ardèche region on Wednesday, July 15, smashing car windshields, damaging roofs, and harming crops.

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US: Tornado Reported in San Antonio, Texas 2

A tornado touched down Wednesday morning, July 15 in northwest Bexar County near The Rim shopping center in San Antonio, Texas, following a tornado warning and multiple eyewitness reports.

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US: Tornado Reported in San Antonio, Texas 3

A tornado touched down Wednesday morning, July 15 in northwest Bexar County near The Rim shopping center in San Antonio, Texas, following a tornado warning and multiple eyewitness reports.

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US: Tornado Reported in San Antonio, Texas

A tornado reportedly touched down Wednesday morning, July 15 in northwest Bexar County near The Rim shopping center in San Antonio, Texas, following a tornado warning and multiple eyewitness reports, though rotation has since weakened. The video was shot at the RIM shopping center shortly before 8:00 a.m.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Phoenix Metro, Causing Power Outages and Flight Delays 4

The National Weather Service issued a Dust Storm Warning for the Phoenix metro area on Sunday, July 12, as a wall of dust swept through the area. The storm reduced visibility, triggered traffic delays and knocked out power to thousands. It also grounded flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with nearly 400 flights delayed.

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US: Monsoon Storms Bring Another Wall of Dust to Phoenix Metro 3

Monsoon thunderstorms swept through the Phoenix metro area on Monday, July 13, sending another wall of dust across the Valley and cutting power to nearly 16,000 customers. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport had a ground stop for inbound flights, the FAA said.

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US: Monsoon Storms Bring Another Wall of Dust to Phoenix Metro 4

Monsoon thunderstorms swept through the Phoenix metro area on Monday, July 13, sending another wall of dust across the Valley and cutting power to nearly 16,000 customers. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport had a ground stop for inbound flights, the FAA said.

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Germany: Large Hail and Storm Batter Schleswig-Holstein

A severe thunderstorm cell dumped heavy rain and hail over Schleswig-Holstein on Monday evening, July 13, triggering more than 150 emergency callouts in the districts of Pinneberg and Steinburg.

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China: Sky Rapidly Darkens as Storm Clouds Roll In Over Hunan

A massive wall of dark storm clouds rolled rapidly over Tianyuan District, Zhuzhou, Hunan, on July 8, 2026, causing daylight to fade suddenly over a busy intersection. Traffic continued below, seemingly unaware of the dramatic, fast-approaching storm overhead.

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China: Man Narrowly Escapes Lightning Strike in Shanghai

A man filming farmland under darkening skies in Shanghai on July 9, 2026, captured the moment a bolt of lightning struck the ground directly in front of him. The flash lit up the scene in a startling close call just before an incoming storm.

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China: Powerful Winds Tear Roof From Shelter in Shanxi

Violent winds tore the roof off a roadside shelter in Xi County, Linfen, Shanxi, on July 9, 2026, as torrential rain flooded the street. Local forecasters had issued a blue alert for thunderstorm gales, warning of winds of force seven or above along with possible hail.

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US: Monsoon Storms Bring Another Wall of Dust to Phoenix Metro

Monsoon thunderstorms swept through the Phoenix metro area on Monday, July 13, sending another wall of dust across the Valley and cutting power to nearly 16,000 customers. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport had a ground stop for inbound flights, the FAA said.

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US: Monsoon Storms Bring Another Wall of Dust to Phoenix Metro 2

Monsoon thunderstorms swept through the Phoenix metro area on Monday, July 13, sending another wall of dust across the Valley and cutting power to nearly 16,000 customers. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport had a ground stop for inbound flights, the FAA said.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Phoenix Metro, Causing Power Outages and Flight Delays 3

The National Weather Service issued a Dust Storm Warning for the Phoenix metro area on Sunday, July 12, as a wall of dust swept through the area. The storm reduced visibility, triggered traffic delays and knocked out power to thousands. It also grounded flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with nearly 400 flights delayed.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Phoenix Metro, Causing Power Outages and Flight Delays

The National Weather Service issued a Dust Storm Warning for the Phoenix metro area on Sunday, July 12, as a wall of dust swept through the area. The storm reduced visibility, triggered traffic delays and knocked out power to thousands. It also grounded flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with nearly 400 flights delayed.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Phoenix Metro, Causing Power Outages and Flight Delays 2

The National Weather Service issued a Dust Storm Warning for the Phoenix metro area on Sunday, July 12, as a wall of dust swept through the area. The storm reduced visibility, triggered traffic delays and knocked out power to thousands. It also grounded flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with nearly 400 flights delayed.

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China: Powerful Winds Rip Window Screen From Home Into TV

This is the terrifying moment powerful winds tore a window screen loose in Xingtai, Hebei, sending it flying across a resident's living room and frightening a nearby child as violent gusts swept through the area. Footage showed the window screen suddenly breaking loose from its frame before being hurled into the living room by the force of the wind. A child standing nearby appeared startled and quickly moved away as the screen flew through the air. The detached screen then struck a television inside the home with a loud crash.

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US: Fast-Moving Storm Floods Roads Across New Orleans, Strands Vehicles

A fast-moving storm dropped several inches of rain on New Orleans on Saturday, July 11, flooding roads and stranding vehicles while exposing ongoing issues with the city's drainage system. The Sewerage and Water Board later said an operational error involving the vacuum system at one pumping station contributed to the flooding, and that it was conducting an internal investigation.

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US: Sandstorm Whips Through Coney Island Beach in Brooklyn

Strong winds whipped up a sandstorm at Coney Island Beach in Brooklyn, New York, on Friday, July 3, sending beachgoers scrambling to pack their belongings as parasols at beachfront cafes were knocked down.

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Russia: Powerful Thunderstorm Batters Moscow and Surrounding Region

Moscow and the surrounding region were hit by a powerful thunderstorm with large hail on the evening of July 11.

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Canada: Hail, Strong Winds Hit Edmonton 2

Severe weather, including heavy rain, strong winds, and hail, battered Edmonton on Saturday afternoon, July 11, after a severe thunderstorm swept through the area, causing damage and power outages the previous day.

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Russia: Flash Flooding Hits St. Petersburg After Storm Dumps Half Month’s Rain in Hours

Flash flooding hit St. Petersburg on Saturday, July 11 after a storm dumped more than half the city's monthly rainfall in just a few hours.

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Canada: Hail, Strong Winds Hit Edmonton

Severe weather, including heavy rain, strong winds, and hail, battered Edmonton on Saturday afternoon, July 11, after a severe thunderstorm swept through the area, causing damage and power outages the previous day.

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Japan: Powerful Typhoon Bavi Batters Okinawa Amid Storm Surge Warnings 6

Typhoon Bavi was battering Okinawa's Sakishima Islands on Saturday, July 11, with gusts of up to 42.7 meters per second recorded in Miyakojima. Seven people were injured by strong winds across the prefecture, and more than 22,000 homes lost power. Storm and high wave warnings remained in place across Okinawa, with authorities warning of landslides and flooding in low-lying areas.

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