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Saudi Arabia: Violent Hailstorm Blankets Streets and Traps Cars in Afif, Najd

A violent hailstorm struck Afif, in Saudi Arabia, on Thursday, April 23, blanketing streets and vehicles in ice and mud, causing traffic disruptions.

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China: Egg-Sized Hailstones Blanket Streets in Baise as Violent Storm Sweeps Guangxi

On April 16, 2026, a violent hailstorm swept through Tianlin County, Baise, Guangxi, China, battering roads with egg-sized hailstones and blanketing streets in white. On April 18, the Tianlin County Meteorological Observatory issued an orange hail alert at 4:58 am, warning that strong convective weather would affect several towns, including Dingan, Badu, and Leli, within six hours.

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China: Men Refuse to Give Up Their BBQ as Hailstorm Batters Guiyang

On March 31, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, a video captured an unusual yet relaxed scene as a violent downpour and hail swept through the area. Yet despite the bad weather, two men firmly gripped their barbecue table to prevent it from being washed away.

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China: Giant Hailstones Pound Yunnan in Violent Storm

On March 15, 2026, giant hailstones pounded Pu'er, Yunnan, China, as a violent storm struck the region. The unusually large hailstones fell rapidly, bouncing off the ground with a loud crashing sound and covering roads and open areas. The intense storm reduced visibility and created hazardous conditions across the area.

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China: Beijing Go-Kart Track Hit by Sudden Hailstorm

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a man was driving a go-kart when a sudden hailstorm hit. The track was quickly covered with icy pellets, making it slippery and reducing visibility. The man struggled to control the kart but managed to steer carefully until the hail eased.

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China: Rare Hailstorm Pummels Beijing

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a hailstorm dropped large ice chunks, scattering leaves and debris. Residents described the storm as terrifying and intense.

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China: Beijing Streets Covered in Thick Hail After Severe Storm

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, streets and sidewalks were covered with thick layers of hail. Cars were trapped, and pedestrians carefully walked across icy roads.

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China: Rare Hailstorm Pummels Beijing 2

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a hailstorm dropped large ice chunks, scattering leaves and debris. Residents described the storm as terrifying and intense.

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RECAP: Violent Storm Strikes Emilia-Romagna Coast, Italy, Forcing State of Crisis

A violent storm, described as a “maritime supercell,” hit northeast Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region on August 24, causing widespread damage in tourist towns such as Milano Marittima, Rimini, and Ravenna. Winds exceeded 100 km/h, heavy rain and hail struck the coast, 265 trees fell in Milano Marittima damaging vehicles, and streets and properties were flooded. No injuries were reported. In response, the Emilia-Romagna regional government declared a state of crisis for the affected coastal municipalities, enabling emergency resources and recovery operations. Authorities are assessing damage to public and private infrastructure, restoring roads and services, and supporting residents and businesses affected by the storm.

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Spain: Hail and Flooding Batter Pyrenees Towns in Catalonia 2

A violent storm hit the Pyrenees on Monday, August 18, flooding streets in La Seu d’Urgell and Puigcerdà. Heavy rain, hail, and landslides blocked roads, while temperatures in Puigcerdà plunged nearly 17°C in an hour.

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Spain: Hail and Flooding Batter Pyrenees Towns in Catalonia

A violent storm hit the Pyrenees on Monday, August 18, flooding streets in La Seu d’Urgell and Puigcerdà. Heavy rain, hail, and landslides blocked roads, while temperatures in Puigcerdà plunged nearly 17°C in an hour.

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China: Severe Hailstorm Catches Chengdu Off Guard Amid Summer Heat

On July 29, 2025, a sudden downpour mixed with hailstones hit Chengdu, Sichuan, as violent weather swept through the city. The video shows hail pounding rooftops and roads, forcing residents to take cover. Experts say a high-pressure system created ideal conditions for sudden hailstorms. By late afternoon, the weather began to ease.

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France: Violent Thunderstorm Batters Paris, Causing Flooding and Damage 3

A violent thunderstorm struck Paris on Wednesday, June 25, bringing torrential rain, hail, and strong winds. Flooding and damage, including downed trees, were reported in various parts of the city. This video shows stormy situation Near Beaugrenelle.

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France: Violent Thunderstorm Batters Paris, Causing Flooding and Damage 2

A violent thunderstorm struck Paris on Wednesday, June 25, bringing torrential rain, hail, and strong winds. Flooding and damage, including downed trees, were reported in various parts of the city. This video shows flooding situation in Porte de Vanves area.

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France: Violent Thunderstorm Batters Paris, Causing Flooding and Damage

A violent thunderstorm struck Paris on Wednesday, June 25, bringing torrential rain, hail, and strong winds. Flooding and damage, including downed trees, were reported in various parts of the city. This video shows downed trees on a street in Paris.

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Egypt: Severe Storm Lashes Alexandria, State of Emergency Declared 2

A violent storm struck Alexandria overnight on Friday night, May 30 to Saturday, May 31, forcing local authorities to declare a state of emergency. Its sudden onset caught residents off guard, unleashing intense weather changes that included heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds.

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Egypt: Severe Storm Lashes Alexandria, State of Emergency Declared

A violent storm struck Alexandria overnight on Friday night, May 30 to Saturday, May 31, forcing local authorities to declare a state of emergency. Its sudden onset caught residents off guard, unleashing intense weather changes that included heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds.

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China: Powerful Winds Batter Xi’an as Sudden Storm Strikes

This is the shocking moment that a violent storm struck Xi’an, unleashing heavy rain, gale-force winds, and hail that turned the cityscape into a scene of chaos. On May 8, 2025, in Xi’an’s Xianyang area, the video showed torrential rain pounding the streets while trees swayed violently under gale-force winds. Hailstones bounced off surfaces as visibility dropped rapidly, making the afternoon appear like night. The suddenness and intensity of the storm left onlookers visibly shaken. The video ended with rainwater flooding the streets and the storm continuing to rage, as people sheltered under overhangs and building entrances.

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Argentina: Violent Storm Sweeps Through Mar Del Plata, Bringing Strong Winds And Hail

The Atlantic coast city of Mar del Plata was hit by a storm accompanied by heavy rain, winds, and hail early on Tuesday, February 4. The inclement weather left significant damage on the streets.

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Spain: Violent Hailstorm Batters Almería, Damage Reported 3

A powerful Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) wreaked havoc in Andalusia, particularly in Almería, with torrential rain and hail. It caused a violent hailstorm in El Ejido, resulting in significant damage.

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Spain: Violent Hailstorm Batters Almería, Damage Reported

A powerful Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) wreaked havoc in Andalusia, particularly in Almería, with torrential rain and hail. It caused a violent hailstorm in El Ejido, resulting in significant damage.

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Spain: Violent Hailstorm Batters Almería, Damage Reported 2

A powerful Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) wreaked havoc in Andalusia, particularly in Almería, with torrential rain and hail. It caused a violent hailstorm in El Ejido, resulting in significant damage.

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Italy: Severe Wether With Heavy Rain, Winds, And Hail Batters Catania

Severe weather with strong winds, heavy rain, and hail battered the Province of Catania, Sicily Thursday, September 5.

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Spain: Storm Brings Large Hail To Albaida, Valencia

The municipality of Albaida in southern Valencia saw large intense hail on Tuesday, September 3 as storms hit several areas of Valencian Community.

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China: Severe Hailstorm Strikes Ningxia

On August 5, 2024, Zhongwei city, Ningxia experienced a violent weather phenomenon. The city faced a severe hailstorm that significantly reduced visibility and caused alarm among the residents. Large, icy hailstones pounded the area, accompanied by strong winds that forced trees to bend dramatically to one side and shrouded the sky in a thick fog. This intense storm left onlookers in awe and fear, with numerous comments on social media from local people expressing that it was the largest hail they had ever encountered.

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Spain: Large Hail Hits Sant Pere De Torello, Barcelona, Damaging Vehicles And Buildings

A violent storm hit Barcelona Province on Friday, August 2, bringing heavy rains and large hail. The storm damaged vehicles and the roofs of buildings in Sant Pere de Torello.

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Spain: Large Hail Hits Sant Pere De Torello, Barcelona, Damaging Vehicles And Buildings 2

A violent storm hit Barcelona Province on Friday, August 2, bringing heavy rains and large hail. The storm damaged vehicles and the roofs of buildings in Sant Pere de Torello.

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France: Violent Thunderstorm Brings Heavy Rains And Intense Hail To South Central Region 3

A violent thunderstorm hit south-central France on Thursday, July 11. The storm brought heavy rains, flooding, and intense hail, damaging homes and vehicles in several cities and municipalities in the Aveyron, Hautes-Pyrénées, and Puy-de-Dôme departments.

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France: Violent Thunderstorm Brings Heavy Rains And Intense Hail To South Central Region

A violent thunderstorm hit south-central France on Thursday, July 11. The storm brought heavy rains, flooding, and intense hail, damaging homes and vehicles in several cities and municipalities in the Aveyron, Hautes-Pyrénées, and Puy-de-Dôme departments.

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France: Violent Thunderstorm Brings Heavy Rains And Intense Hail To South Central Region 2

A violent thunderstorm hit south-central France on Thursday, July 11. The storm brought heavy rains, flooding, and intense hail, damaging homes and vehicles in several cities and municipalities in the Aveyron, Hautes-Pyrénées, and Puy-de-Dôme departments.

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US: Violent Hailstorm Batters South Carolina, Causing Significant Damage 5

A violent storm battered parts of South Carolina on Saturday, April 20, bringing large hail to Rock Hill in the northern part of the state. Significant damage including power outage to thousands of homes was reported.

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US: Violent Storm Batters South Carolina, Causing Significant Damage 3

A violent storm battered parts of South Carolina on Saturday, April 20, bringing large hail to Rock Hill in the northern part of the state. Significant damage including power outage to thousands of homes was reported.

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US: Violent Storm Batters South Carolina, Causing Significant Damage 4

A violent storm battered parts of South Carolina on Saturday, April 20, bringing large hail to Rock Hill in the northern part of the state. Significant damage including power outage to thousands of homes was reported.

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US: Violent Storm Batters South Carolina, Bringing Large Hail And Significant Damage 2

A violent storm battered parts of South Carolina on Saturday, April 20, bringing large hail and significant damage to Rock Hill in the northern part of the state, knocking out power to thousands of homes.

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US: Violent Storm Batters South Carolina, Bringing Large Hail And Significant Damage

A violent storm battered parts of South Carolina on Saturday, April 20, bringing large hail and significant damage to Rock Hill in the northern part of the state, knocking out power to thousands of homes.

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violent Storms Hit Alsace - Strasbourg

Violent thunderstorm in Strasbourg, northeastern France on July 11, 2023. Strong gusts of wind, rain and hail hit the Alsace region on Wednesday evening. Much damage was reported, 1,200 homes lost power, a TGV blocked with 355 passengers and 120 firefighters intervened. The Haut-Rhin department was on red alert. Photo by Nicolas Roses/ABACAPRESS.COM