Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 3

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport 2

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

Japan: Heavy Snow Leaves 800 Passengers Stranded Overnight at New Chitose Airport

Heavy snowfall hit Sapporo on Tuesday, January 13, significantly reducing visibility across the city. At New Chitose Airport, 126 flights were canceled and many were delayed. Around 800 passengers were stranded overnight due to the severe weather.

UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools 7

Widespread snow and ice warnings were issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools on Monday, January 5 and Tuesday, January 6. Yellow alerts were in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow. Authorities urged caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools 6

Widespread snow and ice warnings were issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools on Monday, January 5 and Tuesday, January 6. Yellow alerts are in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow. Authorities are urging caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools 5

Widespread snow and ice warnings were issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools on Monday, January 5 and Tuesday, January 6. Yellow alerts are in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow. Authorities are urging caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

UK: Drone Captures Frozen River Thames in Oxford Amid Snow and Ice Warnings

This drone footage shows the River Thames turned into a skating rink at Port Meadow in Oxford on Sunday, January 4. Widespread snow and ice warnings have been issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools.

UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools 4

Widespread snow and ice warnings have been issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools. Yellow alerts are in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow, with up to 30cm expected. Authorities are urging caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools 2

Widespread snow and ice warnings have been issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools. Yellow alerts are in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow, with up to 30cm expected. Authorities are urging caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

UK: Snow and Ice Warnings Blanket Country, Disrupt Travel and Schools

Widespread snow and ice warnings have been issued across the UK, affecting all four nations and disrupting travel and schools. Yellow alerts are in place in many regions, while parts of northern Scotland are under an amber warning for heavy snow, with up to 30cm expected. Authorities are urging caution due to hazardous travel conditions, icy surfaces, and ongoing closures.

India: Plane Takes Off Amid Dense Fog at Delhi Airport

Dense fog over the past several days has continued to disrupt air and rail travel across parts of India, with conditions peaking on Monday, December 29, when Delhi’s IGI Airport saw 128 flight cancellations, dozens of delays, and several diversions as visibility dropped to around 125 meters. Fog has affected airports across north and eastern India and delayed many trains, prompting weather authorities to issue orange alerts for Delhi-NCR and nearby states and warn of continued disruption into the New Year. This video was filmed from inside a plane taking off from Delhi’s IGI Airport amid dense fog on December 29, 2025.

Pakistan: Karachi Blanketed by Fog and Smog, Flights Diverted, Motorcyclist Killed

On Sunday morning, December 21, dense fog and “very unhealthy” air pollution (AQI 215–282) blanketed Karachi, disrupting flights with six international services diverted to Muscat and Islamabad, while poor visibility and road conditions caused a fatal motorcycle accident and led to temporary highway closures in other parts of Pakistan.

Spain: Storm Emilia Brings Havoc and Record Rain to Murcia, Prompting Yellow Alert

Storm Emilia caused havoc across Spain's Murcia region, bringing torrential rains and widespread disruption, prompting a yellow weather alert on Monday, December 15. The severe weather prompted the suspension of classes in several municipalities, and record-breaking rainfall totals were reported in Totana.

UK: EasyJet Flight Attempts to Land During Storm Bram

Storm Bram swept across the UK, leaving thousands of travelers stranded on Wednesday morning, December 10. The storm's 90 mph winds have caused hundreds of flight delays and cancellations across major airports, including Manchester and Dublin. London Heathrow alone saw more than 600 inbound and outbound flights delayed and a further 32 cancelled on Tuesday, December 9. The Met Office has a series of yellow weather warnings for wind and rain that are continuing throughout Wednesday. This video was taken aboard a flight from Glasgow that attempted to land at Bristol Airport twice amid the storm.

Snow Blanketed North East Scotland - UK

Snow Blanketed North East Scotland - UK

Handout photo dated on November 18, 2025 shows on 18 November 2025, the first major winter weather event of the 2025-26 season took place across parts of the United Kingdom, including north-east Scotland. Heavy snowfall blanketed large areas of the region, leading to travel disruption, the isolation of several rural communities, and the closure of numerous schools. Emergency services were deployed to assist residents affected by road blockages and power outages, while local authorities issued weather warnings and urged the public to avoid non-essential travel. This false-colour image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites, shows widespread snow-cover across Aberdeenshire and the surrounding upland areas, with the city of Aberdeen visible along the coast. Data from Copernicus Sentinel-2, which provides high spatial resolution and multispectral observations, supports continuous monitoring of snow extent and surface conditions. North East Scotland, UK on November 18, 2025. Photo by European Uni

Vietnam: Sudden Downpour Triggers Severe Flooding in Dong Nai

A sudden downpour on Monday, November 24, caused severe flooding and traffic disruption on major highways in Dong Nai. Reports noted motorbikes being swept away and mud and debris washing into the streets.

Brazil: Severe Hailstorm Batters Botucatu Region

A hailstorm struck Botucatu on Sunday afternoon, November 23, coating major highways in ice and creating dangerous driving conditions. The severe weather also alarmed residents in rural areas around Botucatu, São Manuel, and Pratânia, where crops may have taken a hit, though no injuries have been officially reported.

US: Aircraft Deiced at Rochester Airport as Lake-Effect Snow Impacts Western NY

Workers deiced aircraft at Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) in Rochester, New York, on November 10, 2025, around 2:00 p.m., as lake-effect snow impacts the region.

Spain: Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding in Extremadura

Heavy rainfall, lightning, and strong winds caused significant disruption in Spain’s Extremadura region on Wednesday, November 5. The city of Cáceres was particularly hard hit, receiving 18 liters of rain in just half an hour, which led to localized flooding, fallen branches, and damage to cars and businesses. Due to an orange alert for rain issued by AEMET, all afternoon academic activities at the University of Extremadura were suspended.

US: Storm Lashes Northern California With High Winds, Travel Disruptions

A powerful Pacific storm brought strong winds and heavy rain across Northern California and the Pacific Northwest on Wednesday, November 5. Gusts reached up to around 90 mph in parts of Northern California, disrupting flights at San Francisco International Airport and prompting high wind warnings across coastal and mountain areas.

Canada: Bomb Cyclone Pounds Newfoundland With Heavy Winds and Snow

A powerful “bomb cyclone” hit Newfoundland with 120+ km/h winds, heavy rain, and widespread snow, causing coastal flooding, power outages for thousands, and major travel disruptions. Evacuations were reported in southern Avalon as waves topped 9 meters.

New Zealand: Rare Red Warnings Issued as Powerful Wind Storm Rips Through Country

A powerful storm with winds up to 96 mph swept across New Zealand's North and South Islands, causing massive disruption that left around 90,000 homes without power and forced flight cancellations. Authorities issued rare red wind warnings as the storm ripped roofs off houses, knocked down trees and power lines, and tragically resulted in at least one fatality in Wellington.

France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas 4

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather. This video captures the chaos caused by the gusty winds of Storm Benjamin in Annemasse.

Netherlands: Storm Benjamin Whips Up Rough Seas and Strong Winds 2

Storm Benjamin battered the Netherlands on Thursday, October 23, with powerful winds of up to 120 km/h whipping up rough seas along the western coast. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport canceled dozens of flights, while Dutch Railways reduced services for safety. The KNMI issued a Code Orange alert, warning of falling trees and property damage.

Netherlands: Storm Benjamin Whips Up Rough Seas and Strong Winds

Storm Benjamin battered the Netherlands on Thursday, October 23, with powerful winds of up to 120 km/h whipping up rough seas along the western coast. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport canceled dozens of flights, while Dutch Railways reduced services for safety. The KNMI issued a Code Orange alert, warning of falling trees and property damage.

France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas 2

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather.

France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas 3

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather. This video captures the chaos caused by the gusty winds of Storm Benjamin in Annemasse.

France: Storm Benjamin Brings Strong Winds, Alerts Issued for Several Areas

France is bracing for Storm Benjamin on Thursday, October 23, as strong winds of up to 140 km/h, heavy rain, and high waves affect much of the country. Météo-France has issued orange alerts for 19 departments due to wind, flooding, and coastal submersion risks. No region is spared, with both coastal and inland areas, including the Massif Central and Corsica, experiencing severe weather.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 5

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11. This video shows people kayaking down the street north of Wildwood on Monday, October 13.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 3

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 4

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency 2

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11, a condition expected to continue into Monday, October 13.

US: Nor’easter Approaches Northeast Coast, NJ Declares Emergency

A nor'easter moved up the East Coast on Sunday, October 12, causing widespread disruption across the densely populated Northeast with excessive rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The storm resulted in road washouts and air travel delays. Due to the severe conditions, the entire state of New Jersey has been under a state of emergency since Saturday night, October 11, a condition expected to continue into Monday, October 13.

US: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Flooding, Flight Delays in Las Vegas

The remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla hit Las Vegas, bringing heavy rain on Friday, October 10, causing flash flooding and prompting a swift water rescue. The storm led to significant travel disruption, with flights departing Harry Reid International Airport facing average delays of about an hour.

Spain: Heavy Rains Cause Flooding and Landslides in Parts of Catalonia

Heavy storms and rainfall of over 100 liters per square meter caused significant disruption in Catalonia on Sunday, September 21. The storms led to the collapse of access routes in some areas, the evacuation of 27 people from a cable railway, flight cancelation and road closures. In Sant Quintí de Mediona, a car was swept away by floodwaters, leaving two people missing. The body of a child has been found, and the search for their father is ongoing.

US: Lightning Illuminates Night Sky of Denver

On Tuesday, September 16, the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch, which included the potential for tornadoes, for several counties on the Eastern Plains of Colorado. The watch was in effect until 9 p.m. The storms led to significant travel disruption, with 525 flights delayed and one canceled at Denver International Airport (DIA).

China: Road Blanketed With Thick White Foam After Heavy Rain

A road in Shantou, Guangdong, was blanketed in thick foam after heavy rain on September 7, 2025, making the street look snow-covered. The foam stretched along Taishan South Road, stirred by cars and watched by pedestrians in a surreal scene. Authorities confirmed the street was cleaned but said the foam’s origin remains under investigation.

RECAP: Record Rain Batters Tokyo as Chiba Sees Tornado-Like Event

Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused extreme weather across the Kanto region on Thursday, September 11. In Tokyo, Setagaya Ward recorded 92.0 mm of rain and Ota Ward 88.5 mm in just one hour, with some central areas receiving over 100 mm. The intense downpours disrupted rail and airport services and caused rivers including the Yazawa and Tachiai to overflow. Meanwhile, in Chiba Prefecture, a tornado-like phenomenon was observed, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue a “Tornado Advisory” for the Tokyo area.

Japan: Water Gushes Out of Manholes in Tokyo Amid Severe Rainfall 2

On Thursday, September 11, sudden thunderstorms hit the southern Kanto region, including Tokyo, causing rapidly changing weather and record-breaking rainfall in some areas. This video shows water gushing out of a manhole at a park in Ota Ward, Tokyo.

China: Cyclist Pedals Across Severely Flooded Road After Downpour in Inner Mongolia

This video shows a man cycling through deep floodwaters on a street in Baotou, Inner Mongolia, on July 10, 2025, skillfully navigating the waterlogged road despite heavy rain.

Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Jalisco, Disrupts Traffic 2

On Wednesday, August 20, intense rainfall triggered severe flooding across the Guadalajara metropolitan area in Jalisco, Mexico. The floods disrupted transport, stranded vehicles, and damaged at least 51 homes, according to municipal reports.

Mexico: Severe Flooding Hits Jalisco, Disrupts Traffic

On Wednesday, August 20, intense rainfall triggered severe flooding across the Guadalajara metropolitan area in Jalisco, Mexico. The floods disrupted transport, stranded vehicles, and damaged at least 51 homes, according to municipal reports.

Japan: Tokyo Hit by Evening Downpours and Flooding After Extreme Heat

On the evening of August 18, heavy rain hit parts of Tokyo, flooding some roads. Severe rain and flood warnings were issued for eastern Tokyo’s Arakawa Ward and western Tama. Earlier the same day, the Kanto region experienced extreme heat, with temperatures soaring above body temperature in several areas, including 39°C recorded in Fuchu City. The intense heat caused highly unstable atmospheric conditions, leading to the rapid development of thunderstorms across the region by the evening.

Ireland: Storm Floris Brings Strong Winds and Power Outages 2

Storm Floris swept across Ireland on Monday, August 4, bringing strong winds and causing disruption in several regions. More than 10,000 homes and businesses, mainly in the northwest, lost power, and about 2,700 remained without power by evening despite restoration efforts.

Ireland: Storm Floris Brings Strong Winds and Power Outages

Storm Floris swept across Ireland on Monday, August 4, bringing strong winds and causing disruption in several regions. More than 10,000 homes and businesses, mainly in the northwest, lost power, and about 2,700 remained without power by evening despite restoration efforts.

UK: Storm Floris Slams Scotland With Strong Winds, Travel and Power Disrupted 3

Storm Floris swept through Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and northern England on Monday, August 4, bringing unseasonably strong winds of up to 90 mph. In Scotland, the storm toppled trees, damaged rail lines, cut power to tens of thousands of homes, and forced the cancellation of several Edinburgh Fringe Festival events. Crews and helicopters worked to clear debris and restore services, but disruption continues. An amber warning remained in place, and the government urged people to stay safe and avoid travel.

UK: Storm Floris Slams Scotland With Strong Winds, Travel and Power Disrupted 4

Storm Floris swept through Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and northern England on Monday, August 4, bringing unseasonably strong winds of up to 90 mph. In Scotland, the storm toppled trees, damaged rail lines, cut power to tens of thousands of homes, and forced the cancellation of several Edinburgh Fringe Festival events. Crews and helicopters worked to clear debris and restore services, but disruption continues. An amber warning remained in place, and the government urged people to stay safe and avoid travel.

UK: Storm Floris Slams Scotland With Strong Winds, Travel and Power Disrupted

Storm Floris swept through Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and northern England on Monday, August 4, bringing unseasonably strong winds of up to 90 mph. In Scotland, the storm toppled trees, damaged rail lines, and cut power to tens of thousands of homes. Crews and helicopters worked to clear debris and restore services, but disruption continues. An amber warning was in place, and the government urged people to stay safe and avoid travel.

UK: Storm Floris Slams Scotland With Strong Winds, Travel and Power Disrupted 2

Storm Floris swept through Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and northern England on Monday, August 4, bringing unseasonably strong winds of up to 90 mph. In Scotland, the storm toppled trees, damaged rail lines, cut power to tens of thousands of homes, and forced the cancellation of several Edinburgh Fringe Festival events. Crews and helicopters worked to clear debris and restore services, but disruption continues. An amber warning remained in place, and the government urged people to stay safe and avoid travel.

UK: Sheep Take Shelter as Strong Winds from Storm Floris Hit North Wales

Storm Floris brought unseasonably strong winds to Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and northern England on Monday, August 4. Amber alerts were issued across much of Scotland, while yellow warnings were in place for parts of northern England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and other areas of Scotland. This video shows a flock of sheep taking shelter beside a stone wall amid strong winds in Eryri, Gwynedd, North Wales.