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Italy: Storm Harry Brings Flooding and Massive Waves to Sicily 2

Severe weather battered southern Italy from January 18, 2026, as Storm Harry swept through the central Mediterranean, hitting Calabria, Sicily, and Sardinia with violent winds, torrential rain, and massive waves. Authorities issued red alerts, evacuated nearly 200 people across Sicily, and deployed thousands of emergency workers as coastal flooding, transport disruptions, and storm surges caused widespread damage, while officials warned that conditions remained critical.

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Italy: Storm Harry Brings Flooding and Massive Waves to Sicily

Severe weather battered southern Italy from January 18, 2026, as Storm Harry swept through the central Mediterranean, hitting Calabria, Sicily, and Sardinia with violent winds, torrential rain, and massive waves. Authorities issued red alerts, evacuated nearly 200 people across Sicily, and deployed thousands of emergency workers as coastal flooding, transport disruptions, and storm surges caused widespread damage, while officials warned that conditions remained critical.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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Japan: Typhoon Peipah Triggers Suspected Tornadoes in Shizuoka, Injuring Residents 3

Severe weather linked to Typhoon Peipah brought suspected tornado damage to Makinohara City, Kakaegawa City, Yoshida Town, and Yaizu City in Shizuoka Prefecture on Friday, September 5. 23 people were injured, some seriously, and over 200 homes were damaged.

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Japan: Typhoon Peipah Triggers Suspected Tornadoes in Shizuoka, Injuring Residents 2

Severe weather linked to Typhoon Peipah brought suspected tornado damage to Makinohara City, Yoshida Town, and Yaizu City in Shizuoka Prefecture on Friday, September 5. Buildings suffered collapsed walls, damaged roofs, and overturned trucks, while agricultural greenhouses were blown apart. In Yaizu’s Fujimori district, a man in his 40s working inside a strawberry greenhouse was injured when it was torn away, suffering facial fractures. He was hospitalized but conscious. Other injuries from broken glass were also reported.

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Japan: Typhoon Peipah Triggers Suspected Tornadoes in Shizuoka, Injuring Residents

Severe weather linked to Typhoon Peipah brought suspected tornado damage to Makinohara City, Yoshida Town, and Yaizu City in Shizuoka Prefecture on Friday, September 5. Buildings suffered collapsed walls, damaged roofs, and overturned trucks, while agricultural greenhouses were blown apart. In Yaizu’s Fujimori district, a man in his 40s working inside a strawberry greenhouse was injured when it was torn away, suffering facial fractures. He was hospitalized but conscious. Other injuries from broken glass were also reported.

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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.

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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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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.

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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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Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Dozens of people at Barcelona-El Prat airport on November 4, 2024, in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The airport has diverted 12 flights due to rain. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya (SMC) has issued a warning for violent weather in several counties of Barcelona and Tarragona, including Baix Llobregat, where it has decreed a maximum degree of danger. Photo by Kike Rincon/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Several people at Barcelona-El Prat airport on November 4, 2024, in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The airport has diverted 12 flights due to rain. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya (SMC) has issued a warning for violent weather in several counties of Barcelona and Tarragona, including Baix Llobregat, where it has decreed a maximum degree of danger. Photo by Kike Rincon/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Several people at Barcelona-El Prat airport on November 4, 2024, in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The airport has diverted 12 flights due to rain. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya (SMC) has issued a warning for violent weather in several counties of Barcelona and Tarragona, including Baix Llobregat, where it has decreed a maximum degree of danger. Photo by Kike Rincon/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Several people at Barcelona-El Prat airport on November 4, 2024, in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The airport has diverted 12 flights due to rain. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya (SMC) has issued a warning for violent weather in several counties of Barcelona and Tarragona, including Baix Llobregat, where it has decreed a maximum degree of danger. Photo by Kike Rincon/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Dozens of people at Barcelona-El Prat airport on November 4, 2024, in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The airport has diverted 12 flights due to rain. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya (SMC) has issued a warning for violent weather in several counties of Barcelona and Tarragona, including Baix Llobregat, where it has decreed a maximum degree of danger. Photo by Kike Rincon/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Dozens of people at Barcelona-El Prat airport on November 4, 2024, in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The airport has diverted 12 flights due to rain. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya (SMC) has issued a warning for violent weather in several counties of Barcelona and Tarragona, including Baix Llobregat, where it has decreed a maximum degree of danger. Photo by Kike Rincon/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Barcelona Airport Diverts 12 Flights Due To The Rains

Several people look at information boards at Barcelona-El Prat airport on November 4, 2024, in El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The airport has diverted 12 flights due to rain. The Servei Meteorològic de Catalunya (SMC) has issued a warning for violent weather in several regions of Barcelona and Tarragona, including Baix Llobregat, where it has decreed a maximum degree of danger. Photo by Kike Rincon/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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