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UK: Storm Chandra Batters North East, Disrupting Travel With Heavy Rain and Snow

Heavy wind and rain continue to lash the UK, with a yellow ice warning in place for Wednesday, January 28. LNER services face cancellations and delays, including reduced speeds on the East Coast Mainline between Alnmouth and Edinburgh. In Tyne and Wear, strong gusts have caused severe damage to the South Shields sea wall and pier. Heavy debris has washed up at Whitley Bay and Tynemouth after days of relentless storms, while flood alerts remain active across the region.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 3

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties. Video captures a plane landing at a snow-blanketed John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 2

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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US: Extreme Cold Watch in Effect in Iowa as Strong Gusts Create Dangerous Conditions

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Iowa, warning of high winds, snow, and an extended period of low temperatures. A wind advisory remained in effect until 11 p.m. Wednesday, January 21, for several counties. In northern and northeastern Iowa, strong gusts caused blowing snow and reduced visibility, potentially triggering blizzard conditions.

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Mexico: Forest Fire Burns Dozens of Hectares in Arriaga, Chiapas

A forest fire broke out in Arriaga, Chiapas, on Wednesday, January 14, amid wind gusts of up to 33 km/h, burning dozens of hectares.

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US: High Winds Trigger Dust Storms and Power Outages Across Northern Colorado

High winds with gusts of up to 70 mph ripped through northern Colorado on Friday, January 16, leaving tens of thousands of homes without power, triggering dust storms, and closing highways.

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US: Wintry Weather Brings Snow Bursts and Gusts, Impacting Western NC Commute

A sudden burst of snow and gusty winds triggered school closures and significant travel delays across Western North Carolina on Thursday, January 15. The wintry weather severely complicated the morning commute, as blowing snow and icy roads created hazardous driving conditions throughout the Asheville area. Some areas saw rapid snow accumulation and slick surfaces, leading to several reported traffic incidents.

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Australia: Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji Leaves Widespread Destruction in Queensland

The slow-moving system swept across the Central Highlands and Coalfield regions on Monday, January 12. Wind gusts reached 113 km/h on Hamilton Island. Early estimates suggest that more than 48,000 livestock have perished in the floods, which continue to inundate vast areas of Queensland—stretching from the coast at Mackay, 1,000 kilometres west to Cloncurry, and north to Townsville and Cairns. Central Queensland is the latest region to feel the impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji, with Clermont recently enduring its heaviest rainfall in 110 years.

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US: Cold Front Brings Snow and High Winds to Virginia

A cold front moved through Virginia on Sunday, January 11, bringing snow and wind gusts of 30 to 40mph.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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UK: Storm Goretti Brings Damaging Winds, Knocking Down Trees and Power Lines 2

Storm Goretti battered parts of Europe with winds exceeding 200 km/h. Goretti brought heavy snow, ice, and strong winds to the UK, including a 159 km/h gust recorded in the Isles of Scilly, knocking down trees and power lines and causing widespread travel disruptions and significant property damage.

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Several Counties, WA

A cold weather system is moving through western Washington this week, bringing heavy snowfall of 2 to 4 feet to the mountains and wind gusts reaching 50 mph. In response to this major front, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties, including King, Snohomish, and Pierce. The warning remains in effect until 4:00 PM today, Thursday, January 8, as hazardous travel and whiteout conditions continue to impact mountain passes.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 6

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 7

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 5

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 4

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 3

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings 2

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Bomb Cyclone Batters Midwest and Northeast, Millions Under Weather Warnings

A powerful winter storm driven by a bomb cyclone battered the Midwest and Northeast, bringing strong winds, snow, ice and dangerous travel conditions. Buffalo, New York, recorded wind gusts of up to 75 mph, prompting officials to urge drivers to stay off the roads due to near-zero visibility. Millions were placed under winter storm and high wind advisories, with lake-effect snow, icy roads and whiteout conditions reported in several states.

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US: Blizzard Slams Northern Iowa, Travel Severely Disrupted

A powerful blizzard swept across northern Iowa on Sunday, December 28, bringing travel to a standstill as major highways were closed due to blowing snow and whiteout conditions. Blizzard warnings remain in effect until 9 a.m. Monday, December 29, with 2 to 7 inches of snow and wind gusts reaching up to 62 mph. Numerous crashes were reported statewide, and authorities warned of extremely hazardous and icy road conditions as temperatures rapidly dropped.

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US: Tornado Warnings Issued Across Central Illinois as Cold Front Brings Damaging Winds

The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings and watches across much of central Illinois on Sunday, December 28, as a powerful cold front moved through the state, bringing threats of damaging winds and tornadoes. A confirmed tornado was reported in Long Creek, near Decatur, where flying debris caused damage to roofs, windows, and trees.

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US: Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Western Chelan County, Washington

A winter weather advisory was issued for western Chelan County, Washington, through 10 p.m. Friday, December 26, warning of 3–6 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 40 mph.

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China: Strong Autumn Gusts Create “Leaf Vortex” in Henan Province

On November 24, 2025, in Henan, China, powerful gusts gathered fallen leaves into a circular motion, forming a swirling vortex on the pavement.

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China: Women Blown Over by Fierce Blizzard in Inner Mongolia

On November 22, 2025, footage captured two women struggling against powerful gusts and heavy snow, with one of them being blown to the ground by a sudden blast of wind in Inner Mongolia. The cold was so severe that their phone reportedly shut off within minutes from freezing temperatures.

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US: Hurricane-Force Winds Cause Widespread Power Outages in Colorado

Hurricane-force winds across Colorado downed power lines and left thousands without electricity, causing 185 flight delays at Denver International Airport and forcing multiple school districts to close on Thursday, December 18.

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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.

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UK: Storm Bram Triggers Amber and Yellow Warnings for Wind and Rain

Storm Bram brought strong winds and very heavy rain to northern and western parts of the UK, with Yellow and amber warnings issued on Tuesday, December 9.

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Portugal: Tornado-Like Wind Phenomenon Damages Albufeira, Leaving One Dead

A tornado-like "extreme wind phenomenon" ripped through a campsite near Albufeira in Portugal's Algarve region, leaving an 85-year-old British woman dead and over 30 people injured across the area. The storm, which was named by the Spanish meteorological service, affected Portugal and parts of Spain, Britain and Ireland.

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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.

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Japan: Construction Scaffolding Collapses in Chiba Amid Tornado Warning

A construction scaffolding collapsed at a shopping center in Chiba City, Japan, around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, October 31, after strong winds hit the area while a tornado warning was in effect. No injuries were reported.

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US: Whipping Winds and High Surf Hit Jersey Shore

A powerful storm caused widespread damage across the Tri-State area on Thursday, October 30, with barges washed up on Woodmont Beach in Connecticut. The system, which brought heavy flooding to roads and subway stations, also toppled trees. This video shows whipping winds and high surf hitting the Jersey Shore.

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Jamaica: Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, slammed into the coast of Jamaica near the city of Black River on Tuesday, October 28. The storm caused what the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned would be a "catastrophic" situation, leaving roughly 140,000 people cut off across the island. Approximately 25,000 tourists remained in Jamaica as recovery efforts began.

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RECAP: Hurricane Melissa Batters Jamaica, Leaving Trail of Destruction

Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful Atlantic hurricane on record in 2025, made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm on Tuesday, October 28. The storm brought catastrophic winds, flash flooding, and high storm surges, resulting in at least seven storm-related deaths across the Caribbean, including three in Jamaica.

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Heavy Rain and Wind in Andalusia - Spain

Streets flooded with water after the torrential rains that today, October 29, has been experienced in the capital of Seville. On October 29, 2025, in Seville (Andalusia, Spain). The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) maintains active an orange warning for rain until 21.00 hours and a yellow warning for storms and strong winds, with gusts that can reach 80 kilometers per hour in the province of Seville. Photo by Francisco J. Olmo / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM