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China: Cicadas Spray Liquid From Trees Like Rain in Fujian

A man in Fujian, China got an unexpected shower while resting under a tree — not from rain, but from cicadas spraying liquid from the branches above. Experts noted the liquid poses no allergic risk to humans.

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Canada: Severe Thunderstorms Kill One and Cause Widespread Damage Across Ontario

Severe thunderstorms swept through parts of Ontario, Canada, on May 18 and 19, killing one person near Huntsville and causing widespread damage including downed trees and power outages. Tornado warnings were issued in southwestern Ontario, including Hamilton, prompting widespread emergency alerts.

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Canada: Shoppers Take Shelter at Costco During Tornado-Warned Storm in Ontario

Severe thunderstorms swept through parts of Ontario, Canada, on May 18 and 19, killing one person near Huntsville and causing widespread damage including downed trees and power outages. Tornado warnings were issued in southwestern Ontario, including Hamilton and London, prompting widespread emergency alerts. This video shows shoppers taking shelter inside South London Costco as strong winds and rain battered the area.

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US: Flash Flooding and Widespread Damage Hit Manhattan, Kansas After Severe Storm

Heavy rain, strong winds, and nickel-sized hail struck Manhattan, Kansas on Monday, May 18, causing flash flooding across the city. Downed trees, power lines, and widespread damage were reported throughout the area.

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US: High Winds Ground Flights, Knock Out Power Across Las Vegas Valley 2

A powerful windstorm swept through the Las Vegas valley Sunday, May 17, with gusts topping 35 mph triggering High Wind Warnings across Clark County. Blowing dust reduced visibility and air quality, NV Energy reported multiple power outages, and the FAA briefly grounded flights at Harry Reid International Airport.

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US: Wall of Dust Engulfs Montana as Powerful Winds Sweep Through

Strong winds swept across Montana on Wednesday, May 13, bringing dangerous dust storms, downed trees, and power outages. In the northeastern part of the state, gusts of over 80 mph created a massive wall of dust and dirt known as a haboob near Havre, forcing highway closures and reducing visibility to near zero in some areas.

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Canada: High Winds Sweep Saskatchewan, Sparking Dust Storms and Outages

A powerful storm swept through Saskatchewan on Thursday, May 14, bringing thunderstorms, dust storms, and wind gusts of up to 115 km/h, downing power lines, damaging trees and structures, and leaving many communities without power. Wind alerts remained active into Friday morning.

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US: Strong Winds and Driving Rain Hit Myrtle Beach as Cold Front Moves Through

Strong winds and heavy driving rain lashed Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Sunday, May 11, as a cold front moved through the area, reducing visibility and whipping trees amid severe weather conditions.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail to Southern Michigan

Strong thunderstorms brought hail and gusty winds to southern Michigan on Monday evening. The National Weather Service issued alerts for Van Buren, Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties, warning of wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel-sized hail. In southeast Michigan, severe storms caused power outages and downed trees across several communities, including St. Clair Shores, where a falling tree damaged a home.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail to Southern Michigan 2

Strong thunderstorms brought hail and gusty winds to southern Michigan on Monday evening. The National Weather Service issued alerts for Van Buren, Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties, warning of wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel-sized hail. In southeast Michigan, severe storms caused power outages and downed trees across several communities, including St. Clair Shores, where a falling tree damaged a home.

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US: Hurricane-Force Winds Tear Through Southeast Wisconsin, Knocking Out Power

Extremely powerful wind gusts barreled through southeast Wisconsin on Monday afternoon, April 27, toppling trees across Milwaukee, crushing vehicles, and damaging homes across multiple neighborhoods.

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US: Storms Sweep Through Indiana, Bringing Strong Winds, Heavy Rain and Large Hail

Powerful storms swept through the U.S. state of Indiana from Monday night into Tuesday morning, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and large hail. Winds near 60 mph downed trees in the northwestern cities of Portage and Valparaiso, where a 95-foot radio tower collapsed. South of Indianapolis, hail up to 1.25 inches in diameter was reported near Indiana University, while Monroe County Airport recorded a wind gust of 61 mph.

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US: Destructive EF-2 Tornado Tears Through Lena, Illinois, Causing Widespread Damage

An EF-2 tornado struck Lena, Illinois, on Friday, April 17, causing significant damage to trees and homes, including several houses that lost their entire roof structure. No fatalities or serious injuries were reported, though thousands of customers were left without power in Stephenson County.

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US: Thunderstorm Brings Hail, High Winds, and Power Outages to Middle Tennessee 2

A thunderstorm brought downpours, hail, and gusty winds to Middle Tennessee on Thursday evening, April 16 as severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for multiple counties in the region. Widespread power outages, downed trees, and utility lines were also reported. This video shows strong winds whipping up dust and debris in Goodlettsville.

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US: Power Flashes Spotted in Hermitage Amid Severe Storms in Middle Tennessee

A thunderstorm brought downpours, hail, and gusty winds to Middle Tennessee on Thursday evening, April 16, as severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for multiple counties in the region. Widespread power outages, downed trees, and utility lines were also reported. This video shows power flashes spotted in Hermitage in Nashville.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio 4

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio 3

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio 2

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Large Hail Pelts Northeast Ohio

Severe storms hit Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and large hail. Trees, power lines, homes, and vehicles were damaged across the region. Thousands lost power, and flooding was reported in several areas. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued throughout the afternoon and evening.

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US: Severe Storms Strike Southeastern Michigan, Damaging University Arena

Severe storms struck southeastern Michigan overnight into Wednesday, April 15, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes. In Ann Arbor, winds gusted up to 70 mph, damaging the University of Michigan's Yost Ice Arena and downing trees and power lines across the region.

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US: Michigan on Alert as Tornado Touches Down and Storms Sweep Across State

Severe storms swept across Michigan on Tuesday night, April 14, bringing tornadoes, damaging winds and widespread power outages to multiple counties. A tornado was reported on the ground in Montcalm County, with downed trees and debris reported in the area. Tornado warnings were also issued for Washtenaw County, while over 41,000 customers lost power across the state. This video shows the damage left by the severe storm in Ann Arbor.

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Japan: Two Ducks Glide Through Carpet of Cherry Blossoms on Kyoto’s Philosopher’s Walk

Two ducks were spotted gliding through a hanaikada — a "flower raft" of fallen cherry blossom petals — on the canal along Kyoto's Philosopher's Walk. The phenomenon occurs when petals shed from the canal's cherry trees settle on the water's surface, forming a continuous pink carpet. The Philosopher's Walk is one of Kyoto's most celebrated spring destinations, with hundreds of cherry trees lining its approximately two-kilometer path.

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Japan: Strong Winds Knock Down Cherry Tree in Saitama

Strong winds battered Tokyo and Saitama Prefecture on Monday, April 7, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a wind advisory for parts of the area. Kumagaya recorded a maximum instantaneous wind speed of 21.9 m/s. This video shows a cherry tree that appears to have been knocked down by gusty winds in Saitama City.

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US: Ann Arbor Erupts in Celebration After Wolverines Win First NCAA Title in 37 Years 2

Michigan basketball fans flooded the streets of Ann Arbor after the Wolverines defeated UConn 69-63, claiming their first NCAA national championship in 37 years on Monday, April 6. Fans celebrated with fireworks, chants, and by climbing light poles and trees throughout the city.

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US: Ann Arbor Erupts in Celebration After Wolverines Win First NCAA Title in 37 Years

Michigan basketball fans flooded the streets of Ann Arbor after the Wolverines defeated UConn 69-63, claiming their first NCAA national championship in 37 years on Monday, April 6. Fans celebrated with fireworks, chants, and by climbing light poles and trees throughout the city.

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UK: Easter Snow Falls Across Scotland Following Storm Dave 3

Snow fell across parts of Scotland on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, following Storm Dave, making it the first White Easter since 2018. Ferry services on the west coast were disrupted and fallen trees blocked several roads.

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UK: Storm Dave Batters Greater Manchester, Bringing Down Trees

Storm Dave's strong winds hit Greater Manchester overnight on Easter Weekend, bringing down trees and causing damage and train cancellations.

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UK: Easter Snow Falls Across Scotland Following Storm Dave 2

Snow fell across parts of Scotland on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, following Storm Dave, making it the first White Easter since 2018. Ferry services on the west coast were disrupted and fallen trees blocked several roads.

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UK: Easter Snow Falls Across Scotland Following Storm Dave

Snow fell across parts of Scotland on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, following Storm Dave, making it the first White Easter since 2018. Ferry services on the west coast were disrupted and fallen trees blocked several roads.

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Japan: Cherry Blossoms Cover Yoshino Mountain as Thousands of Trees Reach Full Bloom

Cherry blossoms in Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture, reached full bloom, covering the hillsides in a breathtaking display. The site, known as a place where one can see a thousand cherry trees at a single glance, has approximately 30,000 cherry trees of around 200 varieties planted there.

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Japan: Cherry Blossoms Cover Yoshino Mountain as Thousands of Trees Reach Full Bloom 2

Cherry blossoms in Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture, reached full bloom, covering the hillsides in a breathtaking display. The site, known as a place where one can see a thousand cherry trees at a single glance, has approximately 30,000 cherry trees of around 200 varieties planted there.

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Japan: Cherry Blossoms Cover Yoshino Mountain as Thousands of Trees Reach Full Bloom 3

Cherry blossoms in Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture, reached full bloom, covering the hillsides in a breathtaking display. The site, known as a place where one can see a thousand cherry trees at a single glance, has approximately 30,000 cherry trees of around 200 varieties planted there.

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Japan: Illuminated Cherry Blossom Trees Line Iino River in Full Bloom in Aichi

On March 30, 2026, cherry blossom trees lining approximately 100 meters along the Iino River in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan were captured glowing under illumination as the flowers reached full bloom. The light-up event runs until April 5.

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US: Damaging Thunderstorms Sweep Through Northeast Ohio 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through Northeast Ohio on Tuesday, March 31, bringing intense lightning, gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain that downed trees and power lines, leaving thousands of customers without power. Tornado warnings were issued for parts of the area as damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph raced across the region.

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US: Damaging Thunderstorms Sweep Through Northeast Ohio

Severe thunderstorms swept through Northeast Ohio on Tuesday, March 31, bringing intense lightning, gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain that downed trees and power lines, leaving thousands of customers without power. Tornado warnings were issued for parts of the area as damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph raced across the region.

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US: Intense Lightning Strikes Northern Ohio as Severe Storms Sweep Through 2

Severe thunderstorms swept through northern Ohio on Tuesday, March 31, bringing intense lightning, gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain that downed trees and power lines, leaving thousands of customers without power. Tornado warnings were issued for parts of the area as damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph raced across the region.

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China: Car Plunges off Hilltop Into Trees in Guangdong, Shocking Onlookers

This is the shocking moment that a car in China suddenly plunged from a hilltop and crashed into dense trees below, leaving witnesses stunned by the dramatic fall. On March 12, 2026, in Zhongshan, Guangdong, the video captured a car tumbling down from the top of a hill. The vehicle appeared to lose control before dropping off the elevated slope, falling rapidly through the air and landing heavily in a cluster of trees beneath. The impact looked severe as branches shook and debris scattered upon contact. Onlookers who recorded the scene reacted with surprise as the car disappeared into the foliage after the fall. The video ended with the car resting amid the trees while witnesses continued to observe from a distance.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 5

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds from Sunday, March 15 through Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Tornado Warning Issued as Heavy Rain and Damaging Winds Sweep Through New Jersey 2

Severe weather swept through the Tri-State Area overnight into Tuesday, March 17, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds, and leaving tens of thousands of customers without power. In New Jersey, a tornado warning was issued for parts of the area, several rail lines were temporarily suspended due to downed trees, and damage was reported across the region including fallen trees on homes and vehicles.

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US: Tornado Warning Issued as Heavy Rain and Damaging Winds Sweep Through New Jersey

Severe weather swept through the Tri-State Area overnight into Tuesday, March 17, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds, and leaving tens of thousands of customers without power. In New Jersey, a tornado warning was issued for parts of the area, several rail lines were temporarily suspended due to downed trees, and damage was reported across the region including fallen trees on homes and vehicles.

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US: Overnight Severe Storm Batters Kentucky, Downing Trees and Damaging Structures

An overnight severe storm fueled by high winds left thousands of Kentucky residents without power on Monday, March 16, with tornado watches and warnings issued across much of the state. Fallen trees and structural damage were reported across the state, though no injuries were recorded.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 4

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds from Sunday, March 15 through Monday night. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 3

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 2

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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Spain: Travellers Line Up Outside Girona Station After Train Services Suspended

On Sunday, March 15, train services between Girona and Figueres were suspended after trees and debris fell onto the tracks during strong winds. According to social media posts, travelers were stranded at Girona station without information, and queues extended outside the station.

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Cherry tree comes into bloom in Japan

Cherry tree comes into bloom in Japan

A "Somei Yoshino" cherry tree comes into bloom at Kochi Castle in the western Japan city of Kochi on March 16, 2026. The area and the central Japan city of Gifu became the first to see the trees bloom in Japan.

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Cherry tree comes into bloom in Japan

Cherry tree comes into bloom in Japan

A "Somei Yoshino" cherry tree comes into bloom at Kochi Castle in the western Japan city of Kochi on March 16, 2026. The area and the central Japan city of Gifu became the first to see the trees bloom in Japan.

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US: Powerful Wind Gusts Tear Through Ohio, Kicking up Dust and Reducing Visibility

A powerful burst of wind tore across Northeast Ohio on Friday, March 13, with near-hurricane-force gusts as high as 85 mph recorded in Cleveland. The storm knocked out power to thousands of customers, downing trees and power lines, and overturning semi-trucks across several counties.

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US: Powerful Winds Sweep Across Indiana, Overturning Trucks on Highways

Powerful winds swept across Indiana on Friday, March 13, knocking out power to thousands of customers, overturning multiple semi-trucks on highways, and disrupting travel including South Shore train service. Numerous calls for service were reported throughout the region for crashes, and downed trees and power lines.

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