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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Taiwan: Typhoon Bavi Downs Trees Across Taiwan, Knocks Out Power

Typhoon Bavi brought damage across Taiwan through Saturday, July 11, with landslides, flooding, and fallen trees reported in several cities. As of 1 p.m., more than 168,000 homes across Taiwan experienced power outages.

Japan: Powerful Typhoon Bavi Batters Okinawa Amid Storm Surge Warnings 5

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.

Japan: Powerful Typhoon Bavi Batters Okinawa Amid Storm Surge Warnings 2

Typhoon Bavi was battering Okinawa's Sakishima Islands early Saturday, July 11, with storm and high wave warnings issued across the prefecture as parts of the region entered the storm's violent wind zone. A Level 4 Urgent Warning for storm surges was in place for parts of the area, with up to 250 millimeters of rain expected as authorities warned of landslides and flooding in low-lying areas.

Japan: Powerful Typhoon Bavi Batters Okinawa Amid Storm Surge Warnings 4

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.

Japan: Powerful Typhoon Bavi Batters Okinawa Amid Storm Surge Warnings 3

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.

Japan: Okinawa Braces for Severe Weather as Typhoon Bavi Approaches 2

Typhoon Bavi was approaching Okinawa on Friday, July 10, engulfing the region in strong winds, with storm warnings issued across the Sakishima Islands, including Miyako and Ishigaki islands. Authorities warned of landslides, high waves, and high tides. Airlines canceled more than 160 flights to and from the region.

US: Thunderstorms and Possible Flash Flooding Threaten Maryland 2

A severe thunderstorm watch was in effect for much of Maryland on Thursday, July 9, with a tornado warning issued for parts of the state and a brief waterspout observed off Cobb Island. Forecasters warned of damaging winds, isolated flash flooding, and frequent lightning as storms moved east.

Japan: Okinawa Braces for Severe Weather as Typhoon Bavi Approaches

Typhoon Bavi was approaching Okinawa on Friday, July 10, engulfing the region in strong winds, with storm warnings issued across the Sakishima Islands, including Miyako and Ishigaki islands. The typhoon was forecast to pass near the region through Saturday, while swells from the storm caused high surf along Pacific coastal areas further north.

China: Giant Claw-Shaped Cloud Looms Over Hebei Grassland

A dramatic cloud formation was filmed on July 4 at the Zhangbei Grassland Sky Road in Zhangjiakou, Hebei, showing a massive storm cloud with an appendage resembling a giant claw reaching toward the earth. The formation towered over a green hillside, dwarfing people and a car below.

China: Cyclists Battle Fierce Winds on Nanchang Bridge

On July 4, 2026, cyclists on the Fuxing Bridge in Nanchang, Jiangxi were caught in a sudden, powerful storm, struggling to keep control of their bikes against fierce wind gusts. The footage shows the group bracing against the wind on the exposed bridge.

Japan: Typhoon Bavi Approaches Okinawa, Rough Seas Hit Pacific Coast

Typhoon Bavi was approaching Okinawa on Friday, July 10, engulfing the region in strong winds, with storm warnings issued across the Sakishima Islands, including Miyako and Ishigaki islands. The typhoon was forecast to pass near the region through Saturday, while swells from the storm caused high surf along Pacific coastal areas further north. This video shows rough seas crashing along the coast of Hachijojima.

Mexico: Sonora Braces for Heavy Rain, Hail, and Flash Flood Risk

Sonora faced unstable weather on Thursday, July 9, with heavy rain, lightning, and hail in parts of the state. Authorities warned of flash flooding, landslides, and rising river levels, while sustained gusty wind raised the risk of reduced visibility and falling debris on roads.

US: Thunderstorms and Possible Flash Flooding Threaten Maryland

A severe thunderstorm watch was in effect for much of Maryland on Thursday, July 9, with a tornado warning issued for parts of the state and a brief waterspout observed off Cobb Island. Forecasters warned of damaging winds, isolated flash flooding, and frequent lightning as storms moved east.

China: Fierce Winds and Torrential Rain Hit Qingdao

Fierce winds and torrential rain battered Qingdao, Shandong, during a dangerous storm on July 6, 2026. Footage showed rain blown sideways by powerful gusts as visibility dropped and trees and roadside objects were battered.

China: Severe Weather With Tornado Tears Across Hubei, 11 Killed

On July 7, 2026, in Hubei, China, the video captured violent winds ripping through several areas in eastern Hubei as rare tornadoes formed during severe convective weather. Footage showed objects being blown across open spaces while a dark, rotating funnel stretched down from the storm clouds. In another dramatic scene, the tornado appeared to move across a river as residents watched the destructive weather unfold from a distance. Authorities reported that the severe weather had affected about 14,600 people, killed 11 people and left one person missing.

China: Sudden Storm Flips Tables, Sends Diners Scrambling at Qingdao Food Stall

A sudden rainstorm and strong winds battered an outdoor food stall in Qingdao, Shandong, on July 6, 2026, sending diners scrambling for shelter. The storm flipped tables and chairs and blew loose an awning, forcing staff to guide customers to safety. Some customers helped hold the awning to prevent further damage as the storm continued.