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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines 2

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 6

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 7

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 5

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 4

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 3

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 2

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Blizzard Slams Northern Iowa, Travel Severely Disrupted

A powerful blizzard swept across northern Iowa on Sunday, December 28, bringing travel to a standstill as major highways were closed due to blowing snow and whiteout conditions. Blizzard warnings remain in effect until 9 a.m. Monday, December 29, with 2 to 7 inches of snow and wind gusts reaching up to 62 mph. Numerous crashes were reported statewide, and authorities warned of extremely hazardous and icy road conditions as temperatures rapidly dropped.

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US: Tornado Warnings Issued Across Central Illinois as Cold Front Brings Damaging Winds

The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings and watches across much of central Illinois on Sunday, December 28, as a powerful cold front moved through the state, bringing threats of damaging winds and tornadoes. A confirmed tornado was reported in Long Creek, near Decatur, where flying debris caused damage to roofs, windows, and trees.

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China: Strong Autumn Gusts Create “Leaf Vortex” in Henan Province

On November 24, 2025, in Henan, China, powerful gusts gathered fallen leaves into a circular motion, forming a swirling vortex on the pavement.

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China: Women Blown Over by Fierce Blizzard in Inner Mongolia

On November 22, 2025, footage captured two women struggling against powerful gusts and heavy snow, with one of them being blown to the ground by a sudden blast of wind in Inner Mongolia. The cold was so severe that their phone reportedly shut off within minutes from freezing temperatures.

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US: Hurricane-Force Winds Cause Widespread Power Outages in Colorado

Hurricane-force winds across Colorado downed power lines and left thousands without electricity, causing 185 flight delays at Denver International Airport and forcing multiple school districts to close on Thursday, December 18.

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UK: EasyJet Flight Attempts to Land During Storm Bram

Storm Bram swept across the UK, leaving thousands of travelers stranded on Wednesday morning, December 10. The storm's 90 mph winds have caused hundreds of flight delays and cancellations across major airports, including Manchester and Dublin. London Heathrow alone saw more than 600 inbound and outbound flights delayed and a further 32 cancelled on Tuesday, December 9. The Met Office has a series of yellow weather warnings for wind and rain that are continuing throughout Wednesday. This video was taken aboard a flight from Glasgow that attempted to land at Bristol Airport twice amid the storm.

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UK: Storm Bram Triggers Amber and Yellow Warnings for Wind and Rain

Storm Bram brought strong winds and very heavy rain to northern and western parts of the UK, with Yellow and amber warnings issued on Tuesday, December 9.

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FIS World Cup Ruka Nordic 2025

FIS flag is waving in the wind as the FIS Nordic Combined ski jumping (HS142) provisional competition was canceled due to strong wind at the FIS World Cup Ruka Nordic in Kuusamo, Finland on November 27, 2025. LEHTIKUVA / VESA MOILANEN - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Vesa Moilanen/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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FIS World Cup Ruka Nordic 2025

FIS flag is waving in the wind as the FIS Nordic Combined ski jumping (HS142) provisional competition was canceled due to strong wind at the FIS World Cup Ruka Nordic in Kuusamo, Finland on November 27, 2025. LEHTIKUVA / VESA MOILANEN - FINLAND OUT. NO THIRD PARTY SALES. (Credit:Vesa Moilanen/Lehtikuva/Kyodo News Images)

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Canada: Lake-Effect Snow Prompts Snow Squall Warning in Southern Ontario

A powerful snow squall warning is in effect across Ontario as a high-impact event moves in on Thursday, November 27. Environment Canada expects dangerous conditions, treacherous roads, near-zero visibility, and 30 to 50 centimeters of snow through Saturday, November 29.

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Portugal: Tornado-Like Wind Phenomenon Damages Albufeira, Leaving One Dead

A tornado-like "extreme wind phenomenon" ripped through a campsite near Albufeira in Portugal's Algarve region, leaving an 85-year-old British woman dead and over 30 people injured across the area. The storm, which was named by the Spanish meteorological service, affected Portugal and parts of Spain, Britain and Ireland.

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US: Storm Lashes Northern California With High Winds, Travel Disruptions

A powerful Pacific storm brought strong winds and heavy rain across Northern California and the Pacific Northwest on Wednesday, November 5. Gusts reached up to around 90 mph in parts of Northern California, disrupting flights at San Francisco International Airport and prompting high wind warnings across coastal and mountain areas.

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Japan: Construction Scaffolding Collapses in Chiba Amid Tornado Warning

A construction scaffolding collapsed at a shopping center in Chiba City, Japan, around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, October 31, after strong winds hit the area while a tornado warning was in effect. No injuries were reported.

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US: Whipping Winds and High Surf Hit Jersey Shore

A powerful storm caused widespread damage across the Tri-State area on Thursday, October 30, with barges washed up on Woodmont Beach in Connecticut. The system, which brought heavy flooding to roads and subway stations, also toppled trees. This video shows whipping winds and high surf hitting the Jersey Shore.

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Jamaica: Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, slammed into the coast of Jamaica near the city of Black River on Tuesday, October 28. The storm caused what the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned would be a "catastrophic" situation, leaving roughly 140,000 people cut off across the island. Approximately 25,000 tourists remained in Jamaica as recovery efforts began.

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RECAP: Hurricane Melissa Batters Jamaica, Leaving Trail of Destruction

Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful Atlantic hurricane on record in 2025, made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm on Tuesday, October 28. The storm brought catastrophic winds, flash flooding, and high storm surges, resulting in at least seven storm-related deaths across the Caribbean, including three in Jamaica.

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Jamaica: Category 5 Hurricane Melissa Makes Landfall, Leaving Trail of Destruction

Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful Atlantic hurricane on record in 2025, made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm on Tuesday, October 28. The storm brought catastrophic winds, flash flooding, and high storm surges, resulting in at least seven storm-related deaths across the Caribbean, including three in Jamaica.

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China: Whirlwind Blows Away Wedding Tent in Guangdong

A video from Zhaoqing, China, captured the moment a whirlwind struck an outdoor wedding-style banquet tent on October 16, blowing the tent, tablecloths and decorations out.

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US: Possible Tornado Reported in Orange Beach, Alabama

A possible tornado was reported in Orange Beach, Alabama on Sunday, October 26, as tornado-warned storms tore through the region.

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New Zealand: Rare Red Warnings Issued as Powerful Wind Storm Rips Through Country

A powerful storm with winds up to 96 mph swept across New Zealand's North and South Islands, causing massive disruption that left around 90,000 homes without power and forced flight cancellations. Authorities issued rare red wind warnings as the storm ripped roofs off houses, knocked down trees and power lines, and tragically resulted in at least one fatality in Wellington.

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France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 7

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, October 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds 3

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas 4

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather. This video captures the chaos caused by the gusty winds of Storm Benjamin in Annemasse.

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RECAP: Tornado Strikes North of Paris Causing Damage and One Fatality

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, October 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left several others with critical injuries, authorities said.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds 2

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas 2

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather.

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France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas 3

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather. This video captures the chaos caused by the gusty winds of Storm Benjamin in Annemasse.

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France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather.

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France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 6

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, October 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said. This video, recorded the next morning, shows the aftermath of the tornado in Ermont.

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Dominican Republic: Red Alert Issued as Tropical Storm Melissa Approaches

Tropical Storm Melissa formed in the Atlantic and approached the Dominican Republic on Tuesday, October 21, bringing heavy rain and causing flash flooding in several areas. The government placed several provinces under a red alert and ordered the suspension of classes and reduced working hours for Wednesday and Thursday.

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