US: Strong Winds, Snow and Sharp Temperature Drop Threaten Northern Illinois

Strong winds, plunging temperatures and light snow are forecast to create hazardous conditions across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana through Monday, December 29, with gusts up to 55 mph, icy roads and reduced visibility.

Japan: Large Swarm of Fish Appears in Osaka’s Dotonbori River

An unusual sight was seen in the Dotonbori River, Minami district of central Osaka, on Thursday, December 18, as a large number of fish filled the river. According to experts, "It is possible that mullet, which are sensitive to temperature changes, have escaped to a relatively warmer place in response to the drop in water temperature."

Spain: Atlantic Front Brings Heavy Rainfall and Drop in Temperatures, Some Areas See Snow

While the severe weather alerts in the Mediterranean have eased, heavy rain persists on Wednesday, December 17, in the Valencian Community, the Balearic Islands, and coastal Catalonia. A new Atlantic front is set to approach Spain, bringing a significant drop in temperatures and a fresh round of widespread rainfall. This shift will also lower the snow level to approximately 1,000 meters, signaling a transition to colder, more wintry conditions for much of the country.

Australia: Altocumulus Clouds Appear Over Brisbane, Signaling Weather Shift

Queensland braces for a cold, rainy start to August, with maximum temperatures dropping up to 10 degrees below average. Altocumulus clouds, commonly known as "mackerel skies," were seen over Brisbane. These wave-like cloud patterns often signal changing weather or approaching atmospheric instability.

Canada: Cold Front Brings Heavy Snow And Reduces Visibility In Toronto Area 3

On Monday, January 27, a strong cold front swept through the Greater Toronto Area, bringing heavy snow, gusty winds, significantly reduced visibility, and a sharp drop in temperature.

Canada: Cold Front Brings Heavy Snow And Reduces Visibility In Toronto Area 2

On Monday, January 27, a strong cold front swept through the Greater Toronto Area, bringing heavy snow, gusty winds, significantly reduced visibility, and a sharp drop in temperature.

Canada: Cold Front Brings Heavy Snow And Reduces Visibility In Toronto Area

On Monday, January 27, a strong cold front swept through the Greater Toronto Area, bringing heavy snow, gusty winds, significantly reduced visibility, and a sharp drop in temperature.

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

This photo taken on December 18, 2024 shows icefalls by the sea in Vladivostok, Russia. As the temperature continues to drop in winter, massive icefalls are formed on the seashore of Vladivostok. Photo by Guo Feizhou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

This photo taken on December 18, 2024 shows icefalls by the sea in Vladivostok, Russia. As the temperature continues to drop in winter, massive icefalls are formed on the seashore of Vladivostok. Photo by Guo Feizhou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

This photo taken on December 18, 2024 shows icefalls by the sea in Vladivostok, Russia. As the temperature continues to drop in winter, massive icefalls are formed on the seashore of Vladivostok. Photo by Guo Feizhou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

This photo taken on December 18, 2024 shows icefalls by the sea in Vladivostok, Russia. As the temperature continues to drop in winter, massive icefalls are formed on the seashore of Vladivostok. Photo by Guo Feizhou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

This photo taken on December 18, 2024 shows icefalls by the sea in Vladivostok, Russia. As the temperature continues to drop in winter, massive icefalls are formed on the seashore of Vladivostok. Photo by Guo Feizhou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

This photo taken on December 18, 2024 shows icefalls by the sea in Vladivostok, Russia. As the temperature continues to drop in winter, massive icefalls are formed on the seashore of Vladivostok. Photo by Guo Feizhou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

Seashore Icefalls - Vladivostok

This photo taken on December 18, 2024 shows icefalls by the sea in Vladivostok, Russia. As the temperature continues to drop in winter, massive icefalls are formed on the seashore of Vladivostok. Photo by Guo Feizhou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

Temperature Abrupt Drop in Shenyang

SHENYANG, CHINA - OCTOBER 18, 2024 - People change into thick clothes to travel after the rain in Shenyang, Liaoning province, China, Oct 18, 2024.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

Most Beautiful Water Highway in Jiujiang

JIUJIANG, CHINA - AUGUST 8, 2024 - A unique view of vehicles driving on the lake section of Yongwu Highway in Jiujiang city, Jiangxi province, China, Aug 8, 2024. Affected by the continuous high temperature, the water level of Poyang Lake continues to drop. The Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway is located in Poyang Lake Protection area. When the water level reaches near the road level, the Lake Lake section of Yongwu Highway will form a strange landscape with a road in the water and a car in the lake, which is known as the most beautiful water highway.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

Beijing-Hangzhou Canal Water Level Dropped

HUAI'AN, CHINA - JUNE 18, 2024 - Ships are stranded at the upper reaches of the Huai 'an Ship Lock on the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal in Huai 'an city, Jiangsu province, China, June 18, 2024. It is reported that since mid-June, due to the summer high temperature, agricultural water use and water diversion departments and other multiple factors, the downstream water level of the Huaian lock of the northern Jiangsu Canal has been in a "low water level" state.