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US: Dust Storm Slams Phoenix Metro, Reduces Visibility

The National Weather Service issued dust storm warnings for much of the Phoenix metro area and parts of southern Arizona on Sunday evening, as strong winds pushed walls of dust northwest through Maricopa and Pinal counties, cutting visibility to near zero.

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US: Possible Tornado Spotted Near Port St. Lucie, Florida 2

A brief landspout/tornado likely occurred near Jessica Clinton Park in Port St. Lucie, Florida, on Sunday, August 23, lofting a small amount of debris and causing minor damage, the National Weather Service in Melbourne said.

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US: Possible Tornado Spotted Near Port St. Lucie, Florida

A brief landspout/tornado likely occurred near Jessica Clinton Park in Port St. Lucie, Florida, on Sunday, August 23, lofting a small amount of debris and causing minor damage, the National Weather Service in Melbourne said.

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US: Tornado Spotted Near DePue, Illinois

A tornado was spotted near DePue, Illinois, on the south side of the Illinois River, on Friday, August 21.

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US: Tornado Tears Through Dover, Delaware, Prompting Emergency Declaration 4

A confirmed tornado tore through Dover, Delaware on Thursday, damaging hotels, downing trees and power lines, and knocking out power across parts of the city. The mayor declared a state of emergency, though no injuries were reported.

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Spain: Large Hail Pelts Rooftop Terrace in Mollet del Vallès, Catalonia

"Parts of Catalonia saw large hail and strong winds on Thursday, August 20, as severe thunderstorms and heavy rain hit large parts of Spain. The video shows hailstones pelting outdoor furniture and artificial grass in a rooftop terrace in Mollet del Vallès, near Barcelona as the storm passed through the area."

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Spain: Powerful Winds Batter Southern Valencia During Storm 3

A powerful storm swept through southern Valencia on Thursday, August 20, bringing wind gusts of up to 149 km/h. The storm exited to sea near Cullera, El Perelló and El Saler after a brief but intense pass through the region, the national weather agency AEMET said. Heavy rain, hail and strong wind gusts brought down trees and caused the roof of a church in Alzira to collapse.

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US: Visitors Take Shelter as Storm Batters Disney World in Florida

A sudden storm swept through EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, on Saturday afternoon, August 22, bringing heavy rain and strong winds that bent palm trees. The video shows crowds of visitors taking shelter under a covered walkway as the storm rolled in around 4:00 p.m.

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US: Storm Winds Hurl Pool Chairs Into Water at Orlando Hotel

Strong winds tore through a hotel pool area in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday afternoon, August 22, hurling lounge chairs into the pool as a storm swept through the region. The person who filmed the video said the wind was strong enough to throw chairs into the pool.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Through Parts of Maryland

Heavy rain and severe storms hit parts of Maryland Thursday, August 20, including a radar-confirmed tornado in Queen Anne's County.

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US: Tornado Tears Through Dover, Delaware, Prompting Emergency Declaration 3

A confirmed tornado tore through Dover, Delaware on Thursday, damaging hotels, downing trees and power lines, and knocking out power across parts of the city. The mayor declared a state of emergency, though no injuries were reported.

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Spain: Powerful Winds Batter Southern Valencia During Storm 2

A powerful storm swept through southern Valencia on Thursday, August 20, bringing wind gusts of up to 149 km/h. The storm exited to sea near Cullera, El Perelló and El Saler after a brief but intense pass through the region, the national weather agency AEMET said. Heavy rain, hail and strong wind gusts brought down trees and caused the roof of a church in Alzira to collapse.

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US: Tornado Tears Through Dover, Delaware, Prompting Emergency Declaration 2

A confirmed tornado tore through Dover, Delaware on Thursday, damaging hotels, downing trees and power lines, and knocking out power across parts of the city. The mayor declared a state of emergency, though no injuries were reported.

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Spain: Powerful Winds Batter Southern Valencia During Storm

A powerful storm swept through southern Valencia on Thursday, August 20, bringing wind gusts of up to 149 km/h. The storm exited to sea near Cullera, El Perelló and El Saler after a brief but intense pass through the region, the national weather agency AEMET said. Heavy rain, hail and strong wind gusts brought down trees and caused the roof of a church in Alzira to collapse.

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Spain: Weather Warning Issued for Catalonia With Heavy Rain and Hailstorms

A violent weather warning was issued for Catalonia as intense storms sweep across the region, bringing large hail, destructive winds, and heavy rainfall.

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US: Tornado Tears Through Dover, Delaware, Prompting Emergency Declaration

A confirmed tornado tore through Dover, Delaware on Thursday, damaging hotels, downing trees and power lines, and knocking out power across parts of the city. The mayor declared a state of emergency, though no injuries were reported.

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US: Monsoon Storm Slams Phoenix, Knocking Out Power to Thousands

On Wednesday, August 19, a monsoon storm swept across the Phoenix area, bringing a wall of dust and strong winds. The storm knocked out power to thousands of customers across Maricopa and Pinal counties overnight. The severe weather also caused property damage and downed trees across the region.

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Germany: Tornado Tears Through Solms-Oberndorf, Causing Damage

A tornado struck Solms-Oberndorf in Hesse on Wednesday, August 19, tearing off roofs, uprooting trees, and severely damaging homes, leaving some residents temporarily unable to return.

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US: Roaring Thunder and Lightning Strike Pensacola, Florida

Heavy rain and darkened skies swept over Pensacola, Florida, on August 19, as thunderstorms rolled through the Gulf Coast region, with flashes of lightning and loud claps of thunder throughout the video. This video shows dark storm clouds, rain, and lightning flashing outside an apartment window as thunder rumbles overhead during the storm.

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US: Thunderstorm Winds Sweep Through Marianna, Florida

Strong wind gusts from thunderstorms bent trees and lashed heavy rain across Marianna, Florida on Wednesday, August 19, with visibility reduced amid the downpour. This video shows sheets of rain and gusting winds sweeping across the area as trees bend under the force of the storm.

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US: Tropical Storm Lala Topples Trees, Leaves Thousands Without Power 2

Tropical Storm Lala toppled trees and power lines across Hawaii, knocking out electricity to about 200,000 residents statewide, and record rainfall triggered landslides and flash flooding that washed out roads and swept at least one home off its foundation. Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said more than 100 homes on the southern part of the Big Island were damaged or destroyed.

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Chile: Flooding, Landslides Force Evacuations in Iquique

Unusually persistent heavy rain hit Tarapacá, a normally arid region in northern Chile, triggering flooding and landslides in Iquique and Alto Hospicio. Floodwater accumulated in residential neighborhoods, while landslides forced the preventive closure of parts of major roads. Authorities ordered evacuations in some areas.

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US: Storm Dumps Large Hail Near Perham, Minnesota

Large hail was captured at Big Pine Lake near Perham, Minnesota on Monday, August 17.

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US: Damaging Storm Rips Through Tahlequah, Oklahoma

A summer storm ripped through Tahlequah, in eastern Oklahoma, on Monday morning, August 17, causing power outages and significant damage in some areas. One person was reportedly killed in a vehicle crash on State Highway 82, believed to have been unable to see the road due to heavy rainfall.

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[Breaking News]Aftermath of torrential rain in eastern Japan

CHIBA, Japan, Aug. 14 Kyodo - People walk by a submerged vehicle on a flooded road in Chiba, east of Tokyo, in the early morning of Aug. 14, 2026, following overnight torrential rain. Japan's weather agency issued its highest Level 5 warning for downpours in parts of Chiba Prefecture. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Torrential rain pounds eastern Japan

CHIBA, Japan, Aug. 14 Kyodo - People wait for buses and other transportation in front of JR Chiba Station in Chiba, east of Tokyo, on the morning of Aug. 14, 2026, as train services remain suspended following torrential rain overnight. Japan's weather agency issued its highest Level 5 warning for downpours in parts of Chiba Prefecture. (Kyodo)

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US: Dust Devil Spins in Mead, Washington, Amid Dry Conditions

A dust devil was spotted in Mead, near Spokane, Washington, on Monday, August 17, as the state remained under a wildfire emergency amid record drought, high temperatures, and strong winds.

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Japan: Landslide Cleanup After Record Rainfall in Chiba

Record-breaking heavy rainfall caused widespread train suspensions, leaving more than 10,000 people stranded across Chiba Prefecture on Thursday, August 13. This video shows the cleanup effort following a landslide triggered by the severe weather.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 6

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: Tropical Storm Lala Topples Trees, Leaves Thousands Without Power

Tropical Storm Lala toppled trees and power lines across Hawaii, knocking out electricity to about 200,000 residents statewide, and record rainfall triggered landslides and flash flooding that washed out roads and swept at least one home off its foundation. Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said more than 100 homes on the southern part of the Big Island were damaged or destroyed.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail, Flash Flooding to Denver Metro 3

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain and hail across the Denver metro area on Friday afternoon, August 14. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the area.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 3

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: Deadly Flooding Hits Indiana After Days of Severe Storms 2

Days of severe storms and flooding in Indiana have left at least seven people dead. Hundreds of people along the White River and its canals were evacuated, with first responders using boats to rescue those stranded by rising floodwaters. President Trump approved an emergency declaration for the state.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail, Flash Flooding to Denver Metro 2

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain and hail across the Denver metro area on Friday afternoon, August 14. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the area.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Southern Utah 3

Flash flooding swept through Hurricane, Utah, and surrounding southern Utah areas, including Zion National Park, after a morning storm system passed through the region on Friday, August 14.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Southern Utah 2

Flash flooding swept through Hurricane, Utah, and surrounding southern Utah areas, including Zion National Park, after a morning storm system passed through the region on Friday, August 14.

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US: Hail, Rain and Wind Batter Salt Lake City, Trigger Flooding

Hail, rain and wind battered the Salt Lake City, Utah, area on Friday afternoon, August 14, triggering minor flooding in parts of the city.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Southern Utah

Flash flooding swept through Hurricane, Utah, and surrounding southern Utah areas, including Zion National Park, after a morning storm system passed through the region on Friday, August 14.

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Japan: Vehicles Abandoned on Streets Across Chiba After Record Rainfall 2

Nine people have been confirmed dead in Chiba Prefecture after record rainfall caused significant flooding across the prefecture on Thursday, August 13. Nearly 7,000 people were stranded overnight at Narita Airport as trains and buses were suspended, while about 23,000 homes remained without power across the area. This video shows vehicles abandoned on National Route 14 in Chiba City after floodwaters receded.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail, Flash Flooding to Denver Metro

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain and hail across the Denver metro area on Friday afternoon, August 14. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the area.

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US: High Winds, Hail Cause Widespread Damage Across Southern Maine

High winds and quarter-size hail caused widespread damage across southern Maine on Thursday, August 13, knocking out power for thousands of residents.

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US: Intense Monsoon Thunderstorms Sweep Gilbert, Arizona

Intense monsoon thunderstorms swept Gilbert, Arizona, in the Phoenix metropolitan area on Wednesday, August 12.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Topples Trees, Damages Homes Across Denver Area

A severe hailstorm swept through the Denver, Colorado area on Thursday, August 13, dropping golf ball-sized hail and toppling trees across the region. Residents reported widespread damage to homes, trees and property.

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US: Historic Flash Flooding Devastates Southeastern Indiana as Disaster Declared

Historic flash flooding swept through southeastern Indiana on Wednesday, August 12, damaging homes and businesses. Indiana Gov. Mike Braun declared a statewide disaster on Thursday.

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US: Hail Covers Streets of Aurora, Colorado, Amid Heavy Storm

Streets in Aurora, Colorado, were covered in hail after a storm hit the area Thursday, August 13.

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China: Tornado Sweeps Through Songmen Town After Typhoon

A tornado swept through Songmen Town in Wenling, Zhejiang, on August 10, hurling debris into the air near homes and fields after Typhoon Dolphin affected the region. Authorities issued a tornado risk alert for parts of Taizhou, urging residents to stay indoors.

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Italy: Lava and Smoke Pour From Mount Etna in Latest Eruption 2

Mount Etna erupted again on Monday, August 10, disrupting flights at Catania Airport. The volcanic activity continued into Tuesday, August 11. This video shows lava flowing down the slopes of Mount Etna.

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Italy: Lava and Smoke Pour From Mount Etna in Latest Eruption 3

Mount Etna erupted again on Monday, August 10, disrupting flights at Catania Airport. The volcanic activity continued into Tuesday, August 11. This video shows lava flowing down the slopes of Mount Etna.

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Aftermath of torrential rain in eastern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on Aug. 14, 2026, shows vehicles submerged in floodwaters in a parking lot in Oamishirasato, Chiba Prefecture, east of Tokyo, after torrential rain overnight. Japan's weather agency issued its highest Level 5 warning in parts of the prefecture.