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Spain: Heavy Rainfall Floods Streets and Disrupts Metro Services in Granada

Heavy rainfall hit Granada, Spain on Saturday, April 11, causing around 30 flood-related incidents across the city and surrounding areas. Metro services were partially suspended, several streets were flooded, and a roundabout near the ring road was inundated, causing traffic disruption. Yellow weather alerts for rain, hail, and strong winds remain in place for three districts in Granada province through Sunday.

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Japan: Heavy Snow Paralyzes Aomori as Record Accumulation Piles Up

A series of strong cold air masses brought heavy snowfall to northern Japan from January 21 through February 2. According to authorities, a total of 30 people have died across the region since January 20 due to snow-related incidents. In Aomori City, numerous vehicles were left stranded by the snow, causing traffic congestion in many areas. Snow accumulation reached 178 centimeters on February 2—about 2.6 times the seasonal average—prompting the closure of all public elementary and junior high schools in the city.

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US: Wintry Weather Brings Snow Bursts and Gusts, Impacting Western NC Commute

A sudden burst of snow and gusty winds triggered school closures and significant travel delays across Western North Carolina on Thursday, January 15. The wintry weather severely complicated the morning commute, as blowing snow and icy roads created hazardous driving conditions throughout the Asheville area. Some areas saw rapid snow accumulation and slick surfaces, leading to several reported traffic incidents.

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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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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Eric Ciotti Press Conference - Paris

President of the French right-wing party Les Republicains (LR) and MP Eric Ciotti speaks during a press conference held at Les Républicains headquarters, in Paris, France on June 29, 2023. After another night of violence on Wednesday 28 to Thursday 29 June in several French cities, following the death of 17-year-old Nahel, who was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Nanterre on Tuesday 27 June, the president of Les Républicains, Eric Ciotti, called for a state of emergency to be declared "without delay" in the municipalities where the incidents took place. Photo by Pierrick Villette/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rains wreak havoc in India states, at least 6 dead

STORY: Rains wreak havoc in India states, at least 6 dead DATELINE: June 27, 2023 LENGTH: 0:00:54 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of India gate 2. various of water flow over the road 3. various of traffic in Himachal Pradesh STORYLINE: At least six persons died and 10 were injured in rains-related incidents in India's northern hilly state of Himachal Pradesh over the past few days, confirmed a senior official of the state's disaster management authority over the phone on Monday. He said efforts were being made to assess the overall loss of human lives and property in the state due to floods, and that the final estimates would be known in a day or two. All the deceased were locals. "The deaths occurred due to human fault as the deceased's vehicles got stuck in gushing waters. Perhaps they didn't follow the directions laid out by district administrations in such situations," said the official. Besides, Kullu and Manali's areas witnessed cloudbursts, leading to a floods-like

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Japan to have jurisdiction over some U.S. military-linked incidents

NAHA, Japan - Photo taken Nov. 23, 2011, shows the site where a 24-year-old U.S. civilian military base employee caused a fatal traffic accident in January in Okinawa, Okinawa Prefecture, in southern Japan. Foreign Minister Koichiro Gemba said Nov. 24 that Japan and the United States have agreed to partly change a bilateral arrangement concerning U.S. military personnel, allowing Japan to have jurisdiction over accidents and crimes involving civilian staff at U.S. bases under certain circumstances. The traffic accident is expected to be the first case subjected to the change.

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New safety norms likely to hit EV production in India

STORY: New safety norms likely to hit EV production in India DATELINE: Dec. 14, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:59 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. Shots of India gate 2. Shots of electric car showroom 3. Shots of electric bus manufacturing unit 4. Shots of electric vehicle charging points 5. Shots of traffic STORYLINE: The production and sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in India are expected to be hit in the coming months by new rules on battery safety as a stumbling block, said a report by The Economic Times on Tuesday. The new safety norms have been put in place following several incidents of fire in EVs in recent months, which are being implemented in two phases - with effect from Dec. 1, and April 1 next year. The second phase or norm involves fixing additional sensors and sending out warnings in case of thermal heating. The EV manufacturers are learned to have expressed an inability in implementing the new norms in such a short time frame and are demanding an extension of the deadline. The f

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Okinawa police lecture U.S. Marines on Japan's traffic laws

NAHA, Japan - Some 40 newly arrived U.S. Marines in Okinawa Prefecture listen to a lecture by an Okinawa prefectural police official June 13 at U.S. Camp Foster in the town of Chatan. The police discussed Japan's traffic laws as part of efforts to reduce the number of incidents involving U.S. military personnel in the prefecture.

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Revised traffic law to prevent tailgating in Japan

A police officer hands out a flyer to a passerby at a rest area on the Chuo Expressway in Hachioji, western Tokyo, on June 29, 2020, a day before a revised road traffic law imposing harsher penalties for road rage incidents takes effect. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan enacts law with tougher penalties for road rage incidents

A Japanese law to impose harsher penalties for road rage incidents is enacted during a House of Representatives plenary session in Tokyo on June 2, 2020, in the wake of several high-profile fatal accidents. The revised road traffic law will also oblige elderly drivers aged 75 or older with records of traffic offenses to pass a driving test when renewing their license. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan enacts law with tougher penalties for road rage incidents

Japanese National Public Safety Commission chairman Ryota Takeda bows after a law to impose harsher penalties for road rage incidents was enacted at a House of Representatives plenary session in Tokyo on June 2, 2020. The revised road traffic law will also oblige elderly drivers aged 75 or older with records of traffic offenses to pass a driving test when renewing their license. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Japan enacts law with tougher penalties for road rage incidents

A Japanese law to impose harsher penalties for road rage incidents is enacted during a House of Representatives plenary session in Tokyo on June 2, 2020, in the wake of several high-profile fatal accidents. The revised road traffic law will also oblige elderly drivers aged 75 or older with records of traffic offenses to pass a driving test when renewing their license. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Okinawa police lecture U.S. Marines on Japan's traffic laws

NAHA, Japan - Some 40 newly arrived U.S. Marines in Okinawa Prefecture listen to a lecture by an Okinawa prefectural police official June 13 at U.S. Camp Foster in the town of Chatan. The police discussed Japan's traffic laws as part of efforts to reduce the number of incidents involving U.S. military personnel in the prefecture.