Spain: Heavy Rains and Strong Winds Hit Parts of Andalusia 7

On Wednesday, October 29, heavy rain, flash floods, and tornadoes struck Andalusia, especially Huelva and Seville. Emergency services reported over 1,300 incidents, including flooded roads, fallen trees, and trapped drivers. Huelva recorded up to 160 mm of rainfall, while Seville saw around 115 mm. Two people were injured, and a man in Gibraleón suffered a severe head injury after being struck by a falling structure. Alerts from Spain’s meteorological agency (Aemet) proved accurate, with red warnings for Huelva and orange for Seville.

China: Man and Umbrella Toppled by Typhoon Gusts in Guangdong

This video was captured on September 19 in Shanwei, Guangdong. It shows a man braving the storm with an umbrella, attempting to test its strength against Typhoon Mitag’s violent gusts. However, the powerful winds proved overwhelming, and within seconds, both the man and his umbrella were sent tumbling to the ground.

France: Var Region Under Siege, Roads Submerged as Severe Weather Hits

On Sunday, September 21, the Var department in France was placed on an orange alert due to severe thunderstorms and flooding. A violent storm passed through the area, bringing torrential rain, lightning, and thunder. In Toulon, a river overflowed its banks, and several vehicles were submerged in the La Rode neighborhood.

France: Violent Storm Forces Postponement of Toulon-La Rochelle Match

Violent thunderstorms swept through southern France on Sunday, September 21, causing major flooding in some areas. The storms brought torrential rain to the Var department, disrupting transport, causing power outages and forcing the postponement of sporting events, including the Marseille-Paris-Saint-Germain football game and the Toulon-La Rochelle rugby match.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Italy: Torrential Rains Turn Alcamo Streets Into Rivers

A violent storm struck Alcamo, in the Trapani area, on Wednesday night, September 10, dropping about 35 mm of rain in just a few hours. The sudden downpour overwhelmed the drainage system and turned streets into raging rivers. Floodwaters inundated garages and basements and swept away several cars, leaving residents shaken after a night of fear.

China: Typhoon Tapah Slams Into Guangdong With Fierce Winds and Torrential Rain

A powerful Typhoon Tapah battered Guangdong, China, on September 7–8, 2025, bringing fierce winds and torrential rain. The footage show trees whipping and visibility near zero as the storm made landfall in Haiyan Town, Taishan, on September 8. According to the China Meteorological Administration, Tapah packed sustained winds of 30 m/s (force 11) with a central pressure of 978 hPa, moving northwest at 20–25 km/h.

RECAP: Typhoon Peipah Brings Heavy Rain, Flooding, and Tornado Damage Across Japan

Typhoon Peipah made landfall in Japan on Friday, September 5, first near Sukumo City in Kochi Prefecture before dawn and again in northern Wakayama Prefecture around 9 a.m., bringing heavy rain and flooding across western to eastern regions. In Shizuoka Prefecture, a tornado linked to the storm caused major damage in Makinohara, Yoshida, and Yaizu, toppling buildings, ripping apart greenhouses, and overturning trucks.

Italy: Violent Storm Hits Trieste and Muggia, Causes Flooding

A violent storm struck Trieste and the nearby town of Muggia in northeastern Italy, near the border with Slovenia, on Tuesday, September 2, causing street flooding, inundation around the central station, landslides, and building evacuations.

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.

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.

China: Sudden Whirlwind Rips Through Night Stall in Nanning, Guangxi

A sudden whirlwind ripped through a barbecue stall in Nanning, Guangxi, on August 17. The violent wind sent tables, chairs, and the entire canopy flying while panicked residents scrambled to escape.

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.

US: Massive Shelf Cloud Caught on Time-Lapse Video Over Orland Park, Illinois

Severe thunderstorms swept through Chicago on Wednesday, July 16, bringing wind gusts up to 67 mph. The storm caused damage, including downed trees, power outages, and flight disruptions. This video captures a massive shelf cloud looming over the sky in Orland Park.

US: Massive Low-Hanging Cloud Spotted Amid Violent Storm in Wichita

A large, low-hanging cloud was captured southwest of Wichita on the morning of Tuesday, June 17, as a violent storm caused damage across the city and surrounding areas.

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.

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.

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.

China: Haikou Gripped by Powerful Storm, Strong Winds Move Everything

On April 28, 2025, in Haikou, Hainan, the video showed the moment the city was engulfed by the violent storm. Dark, swirling clouds filled the sky as strong winds swept through, causing chaos and panic among the residents. The video captured trees bending under the gusts and debris flying, highlighting the storm's intensity on that frightful day. The storm eventually subsided without any reported fatalities, but left significant material damage in its wake.

Argentina: Fierce Storm Batters Southern Córdoba and Santa Fe

A violent storm battered Córdoba and Santa Fe on Thursday, March 27, bringing heavy rains and wind gusts of 110 kph. The storm caused damage to homes, downed trees and power lines, and power outages.

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.

US: Lake-Effect Snow Prompts State Of Emergency Declarations In Northeast Ohio

Lake-effect snow buried northern parts of the U.S. over the weekend, bringing below-freezing temperatures. Much of Ohio experienced several inches of snowfall, leading to snow warnings across the region. Following a severe winter storm on Sunday, December 1, a state of emergency was declared in several northeastern counties.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 13

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. At least four deaths and more than 600 injuries have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 9

Typhoon Krathon, a Category 1 storm, made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, leaving at least two people dead.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 7

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows damage to trees in Kaohsiung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 8

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows a landslide caused by the typhoon on Xinfeng Street in Keelung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 12

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. All domestic flights and more than 230 international flights were canceled, financial markets were closed, and at least two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 5

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows damage to buildings and trees in Kaohsiung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 6

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows damage to trees in Kaohsiung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 4

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows damage to buildings in Kaohsiung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 3

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows damaged trees and debris on the street in Yancheng District, Kaohsiung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 11

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. All domestic flights and more than 230 international flights were canceled, financial markets were closed, and at least two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 9

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. All domestic flights and more than 230 international flights were canceled, financial markets were closed, and at least two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 10

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. All domestic flights and more than 230 international flights were canceled, financial markets were closed, and at least two deaths have been reported.

Venezuela: Heavy Rain Causes Tree Falls And Flooding In Barquisimeto 2

An intense thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rains hit Barquisimeto, Venezuela on the afternoon of Wednesday, October 2, causing falling trees and flooding in several areas of the city.

Venezuela: Heavy Rain Causes Tree Falls And Flooding In Barquisimeto 3

An intense thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rains hit Barquisimeto, Venezuela on the afternoon of Wednesday, October 2, causing falling trees and flooding in several areas of the city.

Venezuela: Heavy Rain Causes Tree Falls And Flooding In Barquisimeto

An intense thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rains hit Barquisimeto, Venezuela on the afternoon of Wednesday, October 2, causing falling trees and flooding in several areas of the city.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 6

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. Due to the typhoon, all domestic flights and over 230 international flights were cancelled, and financial markets were closed. So far, two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 5

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. Due to the typhoon, all domestic flights and over 230 international flights were cancelled, and financial markets were closed. So far, two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 7

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. Due to the typhoon, all domestic flights and over 230 international flights were cancelled, and financial markets were closed. So far, two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 8

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. Due to the typhoon, all domestic flights and over 230 international flights were cancelled, and financial markets were closed. So far, two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction 2

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows a downed tree blocking a road in in Kaohsiung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 4

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. Due to the typhoon, all domestic flights and over 230 international flights were cancelled, and financial markets were closed. So far, two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Leaves Trail Of Destruction

Typhoon Krathon struck southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, two deaths have been reported. This video shows a destroyed convenience store in Kaohsiung City.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Brings Gusty Winds And Heavy Rainfall Ahead Of Landfall 4

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung around noon on Thursday, October 3. Even before its formal arrival, the typhoon had already brought gusty winds and heavy rainfall, causing damage such as downed trees and flooding in various cities. Nearly 5,000 households in Kaohsiung were experiencing power outages. This video shows a motorcycle navigating through the flooded Dongxin Road in Keelung, northern Taiwan in the morning.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 3

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. Due to the typhoon, all domestic flights and over 230 international flights were cancelled, and financial markets were closed. So far, two deaths have been reported.

Taiwan: Typhoon Krathon Slams Into Southwestern Coast 2

Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Kaohsiung, southwestern Taiwan, on Thursday, October 3, as a Category 1 storm. Due to the typhoon, all domestic flights and over 230 international flights were cancelled, and financial markets were closed. So far, two deaths have been reported.