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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jamaica: Category 5 Hurricane Melissa Makes Landfall, 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.

France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 7

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, October 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said.

RECAP: Tornado Strikes North of Paris Causing Damage and One Fatality

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, October 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left several others with critical injuries, authorities said.

France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 6

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, October 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said. This video, recorded the next morning, shows the aftermath of the tornado in Ermont.

France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 5

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, Oct 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It knocked down trees and toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said.

France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 4

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, Oct 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It knocked down trees and toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said.

France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 3

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, Oct 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It knocked down trees and toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said.

France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris 2

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, Oct 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It knocked down trees and toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said.

France: 1 Dead After Tornado Rips Through Ermont, North of Paris

A huge tornado ripped through Ermont, north of Paris on Monday, Oct 20, leaving significant damage, including roofs torn off buildings. It knocked down trees and toppled three construction cranes that killed one person and left four others with critical injuries, authorities said.

Japan: Powerful Typhoon Halong Batters Hachijo Island with Rain and Wind 3

On Thursday, October 9, a powerful Typhoon Halong brought torrential rain and strong winds to Japan, causing severe flooding, landslides, downed trees, and power outages on Hachijo Island, a special ward located southeast of Tokyo. The metropolitan government requested the Japan Self-Defense Force to dispatch disaster relief personnel due to the extensive damage.

Japan: Powerful Typhoon Halong Batters Hachijo Island with Rain and Wind

On Thursday, October 9, a powerful Typhoon Halong brought torrential rain and strong winds to Japan, causing severe flooding, landslides, downed trees, and power outages on Hachijo Island, a special ward located southeast of Tokyo. The metropolitan government requested the Japan Self-Defense Force to dispatch disaster relief personnel due to the extensive damage.

Japan: Powerful Typhoon Halong Batters Hachijo Island with Rain and Wind 2

On Thursday, October 9, a powerful Typhoon Halong brought torrential rain and strong winds to Japan, causing severe flooding, landslides, downed trees, and power outages on Hachijo Island, a special ward located southeast of Tokyo. The metropolitan government requested the Japan Self-Defense Force to dispatch disaster relief personnel due to the extensive damage.

Norway: Storm Amy With Powerful Winds Knocks Down Trees, Causing Extensive Damage

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across Europe over the weekend, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm left three people dead in Ireland and France and impacted critical infrastructure. In Norway, Amy caused extensive damage, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving tens of thousands of homes without power.

Norway: Storm Amy With Powerful Winds Knocks Down Trees, Causing Extensive Damage 3

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across Europe over the weekend, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm left three people dead in Ireland and France and impacted critical infrastructure. In Norway, Amy caused extensive damage, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving tens of thousands of homes without power. This video shows a freight train container being blown over by strong winds.

Norway: Storm Amy With Powerful Winds Knocks Down Trees, Causing Extensive Damage 2

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across Europe over the weekend, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm left three people dead in Ireland and France and impacted critical infrastructure. In Norway, Amy caused extensive damage, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving tens of thousands of homes without power.

UK: Storm Amy Brings Heavy Rain and Winds, Causing Devastating Damage

Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, swept across parts of the UK and Ireland over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and winds of nearly 100 mph that left tens of thousands without power, and causing flight cancellations and delays. Amy brought devastating damage, destroying several buildings and crushing cars with falling trees.

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Several houses seen suffered complete roof collapses due to severe extreme weather conditions marked by heavy rain and flooding in the USU Residence III subsidized housing complex located in Patumbak, Deli Serdang, Indonesia, on Friday, September 26, 2025. The extensive damage suffered by many homes raises significant concerns about the quality and structural resilience of subsidized housing in the face of strong winds. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Amid pouring rain and flooding, a motorcyclist passes a completely collapsed roof in the USU Residence III subsidized housing complex, Patumbak, Deli Serdang, Indonesia on Friday, September 26, 2025. The severe damage suffered by dozens of houses raises serious questions about the quality and resilience of subsidized building structures to strong winds. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Amid pouring rain and flooding, a motorcyclist passes a completely collapsed roof in the USU Residence III subsidized housing complex, Patumbak, Deli Serdang, Indonesia on Friday, September 26, 2025. The severe damage suffered by dozens of houses raises serious questions about the quality and resilience of subsidized building structures to strong winds. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Amid pouring rain and flooding, a motorcyclist passes a completely collapsed roof in the USU Residence III subsidized housing complex, Patumbak, Deli Serdang, Indonesia on Friday, September 26, 2025. The severe damage suffered by dozens of houses raises serious questions about the quality and resilience of subsidized building structures to strong winds. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Subsidized Homes Fail Wind Test - Indonesia

Several houses seen suffered complete roof collapses due to severe extreme weather conditions marked by heavy rain and flooding in the USU Residence III subsidized housing complex located in Patumbak, Deli Serdang, Indonesia, on Friday, September 26, 2025. The extensive damage suffered by many homes raises significant concerns about the quality and structural resilience of subsidized housing in the face of strong winds. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Workers check damaged power facilities in Sanya Village, Yangjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province, September 25, 2025. More than 2.16 million local residents had been relocated in south China's Guangdong Province as of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, in response to Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the province at about 5 p.m. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th typhoon of this year, with maximum wind force near its center reaching 40 meters per second, churned ashore at Hailing Island in the city of Yangjiang in Guangdong, according to the provincial meteorological observatory. Photo by Xinhua/Deng Hua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Workers repair a damaged road in Yangjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province, September 25, 2025. More than 2.16 million local residents had been relocated in south China's Guangdong Province as of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, in response to Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the province at about 5 p.m. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th typhoon of this year, with maximum wind force near its center reaching 40 meters per second, churned ashore at Hailing Island in the city of Yangjiang in Guangdong, according to the provincial meteorological observatory. Photo by Xinhua/Deng Hua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Workers clear fallen trees on a road in Yangjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province, September 25, 2025. More than 2.16 million local residents had been relocated in south China's Guangdong Province as of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, in response to Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the province at about 5 p.m. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th typhoon of this year, with maximum wind force near its center reaching 40 meters per second, churned ashore at Hailing Island in the city of Yangjiang in Guangdong, according to the provincial meteorological observatory. Photo by Xinhua/Deng Hua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

An aerial drone photo taken on September 25, 2025 shows factory buildings of a company in a mess after Typhoon Ragasa in Yangjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province. More than 2.16 million local residents had been relocated in south China's Guangdong Province as of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, in response to Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the province at about 5 p.m. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th typhoon of this year, with maximum wind force near its center reaching 40 meters per second, churned ashore at Hailing Island in the city of Yangjiang in Guangdong, according to the provincial meteorological observatory. Photo by Xinhua/Deng Hua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Citizens pass by fallen trees in Yangjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province, September 25, 2025. More than 2.16 million local residents had been relocated in south China's Guangdong Province as of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, in response to Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the province at about 5 p.m. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th typhoon of this year, with maximum wind force near its center reaching 40 meters per second, churned ashore at Hailing Island in the city of Yangjiang in Guangdong, according to the provincial meteorological observatory. Photo by Xinhua/Deng Hua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

An emergency repair vehicle passes by fallen trees in Yangjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province, September 25, 2025. More than 2.16 million local residents had been relocated in south China's Guangdong Province as of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, in response to Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the province at about 5 p.m. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th typhoon of this year, with maximum wind force near its center reaching 40 meters per second, churned ashore at Hailing Island in the city of Yangjiang in Guangdong, according to the provincial meteorological observatory. Photo by Xinhua/Deng Hua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Damage After Typhoon Ragasa - China

Workers repair damaged lines of telecommunications in Yangjiang City, south China's Guangdong Province, September 25, 2025. More than 2.16 million local residents had been relocated in south China's Guangdong Province as of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, in response to Typhoon Ragasa, which made landfall in the province at about 5 p.m. Typhoon Ragasa, the 18th typhoon of this year, with maximum wind force near its center reaching 40 meters per second, churned ashore at Hailing Island in the city of Yangjiang in Guangdong, according to the provincial meteorological observatory. Photo by Xinhua/Deng Hua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Vietnam: At Least 13 Dead as Typhoon Bualoi Makes Landfall in Central Coast 3

Typhoon Bualoi made landfall on the central coast of Vietnam on Monday, September 29, leaving at least 13 people dead. Bualoi brought severe winds, floods, and damage to homes and infrastructure across the central and northern regions, forcing the closure of four airports and triggering tornadoes that toppled houses in the northern province of Ninh Binh.

Vietnam: At Least 13 Dead as Typhoon Bualoi Makes Landfall in Central Coast

Typhoon Bualoi made landfall on the central coast of Vietnam on Monday, September 29, leaving at least 13 people dead. Bualoi brought severe winds, floods, and damage to homes and infrastructure across the central and northern regions, forcing the closure of four airports and triggering tornadoes that toppled houses in the northern province of Ninh Binh.

Vietnam: At Least 13 Dead as Typhoon Bualoi Makes Landfall in Central Coast 2

Typhoon Bualoi made landfall on the central coast of Vietnam on Monday, September 29, leaving at least 13 people dead. Bualoi brought severe winds, floods, and damage to homes and infrastructure across the central and northern regions, forcing the closure of four airports and triggering tornadoes that toppled houses in the northern province of Ninh Binh.

China: Strong Typhoon Winds Blow Away Man’s Slipper in Zhuhai, Guangdong

On September 23, 2025, in Zhuhai, located in southern China’s Guangdong province, a video captured a person stepping outside to test the typhoon’s strength. As soon as he lifted a foot, his slipper was blown far away by the powerful wind. The person quickly chased after it, but the slipper “ran” faster than its owner.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

RECAP: Dust Storms Disrupt Burning Man Festival in Nevada

Severe dust storms and high winds disrupted Nevada’s Burning Man festival over the weekend, damaging campsites and art installations, halting flights, and causing long traffic delays. Conditions improved Monday, but thunderstorms and potential flooding are expected through midweek.

Italy: Supercell Storm Hits Emilia-Romagna, Leaving Trail of Destruction in Milano Marittima

A supercell storm ripped through the Emilia-Romagna coastal area on Sunday, August 24, leaving hundreds of trees uprooted from the ground before smashing up parked cars in Milano Marittima, Ravenna. The storm brought strong wind gusts, over 100 km/h, combined with a downburst, causing flooding, damage to homes and businesses, and a trail of destruction in its wake. President of Emilia-Romagna Michele de Pascale declared a state of regional emergency.

Italy: Supercell Storm Hits Emilia-Romagna, Leaving Trail of Destruction in Milano Marittima 2

A supercell storm ripped through the Emilia-Romagna coastal area on Sunday, August 24, leaving hundreds of trees uprooted from the ground before smashing up parked cars in Milano Marittima, Ravenna. The storm brought strong wind gusts, over 100 km/h, combined with a downburst, causing flooding, damage to homes and businesses, and a trail of destruction in its wake. President of Emilia-Romagna Michele de Pascale declared a state of regional emergency.

Italy: Supercell Storm Hits Emilia-Romagna, Leaving Trail of Destruction in Milano Marittima 3

A supercell storm ripped through the Emilia-Romagna coastal area on Sunday, August 24, leaving hundreds of trees uprooted from the ground before smashing up parked cars in Milano Marittima, Ravenna. The storm brought strong wind gusts, over 100 km/h, combined with a downburst, causing flooding, damage to homes and businesses, and a trail of destruction in its wake. President of Emilia-Romagna Michele de Pascale declared a state of regional emergency.

US: Severe Storms Bring Heavy Rain, Hail, and Strong Winds to Southern Minnesota

Severe storms swept through southern Minnesota on Monday night, July 28, bringing heavy rain, quarter-sized hail, and wind gusts up to 70 mph. Areas like Edina, Eagan, and South St. Paul saw downed trees and widespread power outages. Over 130,000 Xcel Energy customers lost power.

US: South Dakota Slammed by Multiple Tornadoes

Multiple tornadoes touched down in South Dakota on Monday, July 28. Tornado sightings were reported near Gregory, Burke, and Dixon.

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.