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US: Several Dust Devils Sweep Through Southern Colorado

Several dust devils were spotted in Alamosa, southern Colorado, on Thursday, May 14.

US: Wall of Dust Engulfs Montana as Powerful Winds Sweep Through

Strong winds swept across Montana on Wednesday, May 13, bringing dangerous dust storms, downed trees, and power outages. In the northeastern part of the state, gusts of over 80 mph created a massive wall of dust and dirt known as a haboob near Havre, forcing highway closures and reducing visibility to near zero in some areas.

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Canada: High Winds Sweep Saskatchewan, Sparking Dust Storms and Outages

A powerful storm swept through Saskatchewan on Thursday, May 14, bringing thunderstorms, dust storms, and wind gusts of up to 115 km/h, downing power lines, damaging trees and structures, and leaving many communities without power. Wind alerts remained active into Friday morning.

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Canada: Dust Storm Blankets Southern Manitoba, Causing Hazardous Conditions 2

Canadian weather authorities issued a rare dust storm warning Thursday, May 14 for a wide swath of southern Manitoba, including Winnipeg and the Red River Valley. Strong westerly winds gusting up to 100 km/h sent dust swirling across the region, suddenly dropping visibility to dangerous levels in some areas. Authorities urged drivers to turn on headlights and reduce speed. Dust storm warnings are considered uncommon in the province.

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Canada: Dust Storm Blankets Southern Manitoba, Causing Hazardous Conditions

Canadian weather authorities issued a rare dust storm warning Thursday, May 14 for a wide swath of southern Manitoba, including Winnipeg and the Red River Valley. Strong westerly winds gusting up to 100 km/h sent dust swirling across the region, suddenly dropping visibility to dangerous levels in some areas. Authorities urged drivers to turn on headlights and reduce speed. Dust storm warnings are considered uncommon in the province.

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US: Strong Winds and Driving Rain Hit Myrtle Beach as Cold Front Moves Through

Strong winds and heavy driving rain lashed Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Sunday, May 11, as a cold front moved through the area, reducing visibility and whipping trees amid severe weather conditions.

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US: Cold Front Slams Austin With Hurricane-Force Winds and Large Hail on Mother’s Day

A cold front brought a line of strong storms with wind gusts, hail, heavy rain, and lightning to the Austin area on Sunday, May 10, Mother's Day, leaving thousands without power.

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US: Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Lash Enterprise, Louisiana

A powerful storm swept through Enterprise, Louisiana, on the evening of Sunday, May 10, bringing strong winds and heavy, driving rain to the area.

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Russia: Severe May Blizzard Disrupts Transport Across Yamalo-Nenets Region

A severe blizzard struck the southern Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Region on Sunday, May 10, with sub-zero temperatures and strong winds, which Governor Dmitry Artyukhov described as anomalous for May. Several highway sections were blocked, airports and public transport were disrupted across multiple districts including Noyabrsk, Muravlenko, Gubkinsky, and Purovsky.

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France: Orange Alert Storm Bring Hail and Gusty Winds to Parts of Occitanie

Orange alerts were issued for seven of the thirteen departments in France's Occitanie region on Sunday, May 10, as violent thunderstorms swept across the foothills, bringing heavy rainfall, lightning, gusty winds, and hail.

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China: Chicken Survives Sudden Storm That Tears Roof Panels Away

On May 4, 2026, in Heilongjiang, located in northeastern China, a video recorded a quiet rural courtyard moments before strong wind arrived. A chicken was walking calmly across the yard. Suddenly, powerful gusts swept through the area. Dust rose from the ground, and metal roof panels were blown down, leaving the room and yard in disorder. The wind passed quickly, and the ground looked almost swept clean afterward. Despite the chaos, the chicken was still unharmed. After the gusts eased, the chick flapped its wings and ran back indoors.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued as Cold Front Sweeps Central Texas

A cold front moved through central Texas on Sunday, May 10, bringing heavy rain, large hail, and damaging winds as a severe thunderstorm watch was issued for the region.

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Japan: Sakurajima Volcano Erupts, Sending Ash 3,500 Meters Into Sky

Sakurajima volcano in Kagoshima erupted on Friday, May 8, sending ash plumes rising 3,500 metres above the crater. Residents in southeastern areas including Kagoshima city were warned to brace for ashfall, with winds carrying the plume in that direction.

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Japan: Sakurajima Volcano Erupts, Sending Ash 3,500 Meters Into Sky 2

Sakurajima volcano in Kagoshima erupted on Friday, May 8, sending ash plumes rising 3,500 metres above the crater. Residents in southeastern areas including Kagoshima city were warned to brace for ashfall, with winds carrying the plume in that direction. This video shows volcanic ash covering the streets of nearby areas.

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China: Massive Dust Whirlwind Spirals Into Sky Over Yongcheng, Henan

On April 29, 2026, in Yongcheng, Henan, a video captured a massive dust whirlwind forming on flat ground as strong winds swept across an open area. The towering column of dust rapidly spiraled upward, creating a long twisting shape that stunned people nearby. Witnesses said the dust tornado remained visible for more than ten minutes as it continued spinning intensely in the distance.

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US: Cold Front Sweeps Through Tallahassee, Triggering Tornado Warning

A tornado warning was issued for Tallahassee on Thursday, May 7, as a cold front swept through the area, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Alabama, Prompting Tornado Warnings

The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for central Alabama on Wednesday, May 6 as a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado moved through the region. Forecasters warned of golf-ball-sized hail, damaging winds and flying debris. A broader tornado watch remained in effect for most of the state through Wednesday night.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Alabama, Prompting Tornado Warnings 2

The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for central Alabama on Wednesday, May 6 as a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado moved through the region. Forecasters warned of golf-ball-sized hail, damaging winds and flying debris. A broader tornado watch remained in effect for most of the state through Wednesday night.

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China: Violent Winds Knock Down Large Tree in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan

A violent storm swept through Xishuangbanna in Yunnan province, on Sunday, April 27, bringing sudden strong winds that struck the area without warning. A large tree beside a nearby shop collapsed during the storm, captured on video by a witness filming from inside the shop.

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US: Hail and Strong Storms Strike Chicago Area

Strong storms swept through the Chicago area on Monday, May 4, bringing hail, gusty winds and heavy rain.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail to Southern Michigan

Strong thunderstorms brought hail and gusty winds to southern Michigan on Monday evening. The National Weather Service issued alerts for Van Buren, Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties, warning of wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel-sized hail. In southeast Michigan, severe storms caused power outages and downed trees across several communities, including St. Clair Shores, where a falling tree damaged a home.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Hail to Southern Michigan 2

Strong thunderstorms brought hail and gusty winds to southern Michigan on Monday evening. The National Weather Service issued alerts for Van Buren, Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties, warning of wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel-sized hail. In southeast Michigan, severe storms caused power outages and downed trees across several communities, including St. Clair Shores, where a falling tree damaged a home.

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China: Strong Winds Flip Banquet Tent as Guests Scramble for Safety

This is the dangerous moment that a group of Chinese residents scrambled for safety when powerful winds suddenly lifted and flipped over a banquet tent during a gathering. On February 23, 2026, in Guizhou, China, the video captured a dangerous scene when a sudden gust of strong wind struck an outdoor banquet where guests had been dining under a temporary canopy. Dozens of people were enjoying the meal when the wind suddenly intensified. Within seconds, the large tent covering the banquet area began to shake violently before being lifted and overturned by the powerful gust. The video ended with the guests safely rushing indoors.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Through South Texas, Bringing Heavy Rain and Hail

Severe storms swept through parts of South Texas on Friday, May 1, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and hail to areas including the Houston metro area.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Texas, Bringing Heavy Rain and Intense Hail 3

A cold front moved across Texas on Thursday, April 30, bringing severe storms with heavy rain, gusty winds, and intense hail.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Texas, Bringing Heavy Rain and Intense Hail 2

A cold front moved across Texas on Thursday, April 30, bringing severe storms with heavy rain, gusty winds, and intense hail.

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US: Severe Storms Sweep Texas, Bringing Heavy Rain and Intense Hail

A cold front moved across Texas on Thursday, April 30, bringing severe storms with heavy rain, gusty winds, and intense hail.

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US: Severe Hailstorms Pound Northwest Arkansas with Baseball-Sized Hail and Gusty Winds 2

Severe hailstorms battered Northwest Arkansas with baseball-sized hail on Tuesday, April 28. Damaging winds reached 75 mph and tornado warnings were issued across several counties.

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US: Severe Hailstorms Pound Northwest Arkansas with Baseball-Sized Hail and Gusty Winds

Severe hailstorms battered Northwest Arkansas with baseball-sized hail on Tuesday, April 28. Damaging winds reached 75 mph and tornado warnings were issued across several counties.

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US: Hail Storm Causes Damage, Over 10,000 Power Outages in Springfield, MO 2

A severe hailstorm struck Springfield, MO on April 28, bringing baseball-sized hail that caused over 10,000 power outages, damaged hundreds of vehicles at the airport, and forced multiple businesses to close.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain and Hail to Kansas City and Surrounding Areas 2

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain, hail and winds to Kansas City and surrounding areas early Monday morning, April 27.

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US: Southwest Missouri Hit by Violent Weather With Hail, Causing Power Outages

Southwest Missouri was battered by severe weather on April 28, with violent storms bringing baseball-sized hail, thousands of power outages, property damage, and tornado warnings across the region.

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US: Hail Storm Causes Damage, Over 10,000 Power Outages in Springfield, MO

A severe hailstorm struck Springfield, MO on April 28, bringing baseball-sized hail that caused over 10,000 power outages, damaged hundreds of vehicles at the airport, and forced multiple businesses to close.

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US: Hurricane-Force Winds Tear Through Southeast Wisconsin, Knocking Out Power

Extremely powerful wind gusts barreled through southeast Wisconsin on Monday afternoon, April 27, toppling trees across Milwaukee, crushing vehicles, and damaging homes across multiple neighborhoods.

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US: Storms Sweep Through Indiana, Bringing Strong Winds, Heavy Rain and Large Hail

Powerful storms swept through the U.S. state of Indiana from Monday night into Tuesday morning, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and large hail. Winds near 60 mph downed trees in the northwestern cities of Portage and Valparaiso, where a 95-foot radio tower collapsed. South of Indianapolis, hail up to 1.25 inches in diameter was reported near Indiana University, while Monroe County Airport recorded a wind gust of 61 mph.

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US: Large Hail and Damaging Winds Hit Missouri as Severe Storm System Sweeps Through

A powerful spring storm system with tornado threats swept through the Midwest on Monday, April 27, bringing large hail and damaging winds to Missouri. This video shows intense hail hitting Cuba, Crawford County.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain and Hail to Kansas City and Surrounding Areas

Severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain, hail and winds to Kansas City and surrounding areas early Monday morning, April 27.

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China: Yellow Rainstorm Warning Issued as Gusty Winds and Heavy Rain Batter Chongqing

On April 19, 2026, in Chongqing, China, a video captured pedestrians struggling to move forward along a rain-soaked road as heavy rain lashed the city. According to local authorities, a yellow rainstorm warning had been issued across the municipality, with forecasts indicating intense rainfall in several districts and counties.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Hit Southeast Louisiana Bringing Heavy Rain and Tornado Warnings

Severe thunderstorms swept through Southeast Louisiana on Saturday, April 25, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and multiple tornado warnings to the region.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Sweep Across Iowa, Bringing Hail, Damaging Winds

Severe thunderstorms swept across Iowa on Thursday, April 23, bringing hail, damaging winds, and multiple tornadoes to the state, with the National Weather Service confirming at least six tornadoes.

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US: Late-April Winter Storm Blankets Montana With Heavy Snow

A late-April winter storm brought heavy snow and strong winds to Montana on Thursday, April 23.

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China: Massive Sandstorm Engulfs City in Xinjiang, Turning Day Into Darkness

This is the shocking moment that a towering wall of sandstorm swept across a city in China, rapidly engulfing buildings and streets as strong winds pushed the dense dust forward. On April 17, 2026, in Xinjiang, China, the video captured a powerful sandstorm advancing toward an urban area, forming what appeared to be a massive moving wall of dust. The sky quickly darkened as the storm rolled in, with visibility dropping sharply. Buildings in the distance were gradually swallowed by the thick haze, while the fast-moving sand created an overwhelming sense of pressure and urgency. The footage showcased how the sandstorm surged forward in waves, covering roads, infrastructure, and entire neighborhoods within moments. According to the local meteorological bureau, wind speeds during the event had reached up to 25.2 meters per second, contributing to the intensity and rapid spread of the sandstorm. The video ended with the city almost completely obscured by the dust, leaving only faint outlines of buildings visible through the thick, swirling sand.

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China: Vendor Struggles to Hold Snack Cart During Strong Winds in Chengdu

On April 19, 2026, in Chengdu, located in southwestern China’s Sichuan province, a video recorded severe wind caused by strong convective weather. On a city street, a snack vendor selling corn nearly lost control of his food cart as powerful gusts pushed it sideways. The man rushed to grab the cart and hold it in place. Another person quickly came over to help, and together they managed to keep the cart from being blown away completely. Even so, the wind still caused damage nearby. A chair was blown over, and another stall was knocked down, with one of the table legs breaking in the process. The whole scene looked chaotic as the gusts continued moving through the area.

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US: Heavy Rain Causes Flooding in Houston Area, Forcing Highway Closure

A storm system brought strong winds and heavy rain to the Houston area on Saturday, April 18, causing flooding, power outages, and road closures across the region. More than three inches of rain fell in parts of the city, forcing the closure of Interstate 10 near the East Loop.

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US: EF-1 Tornado Tears Through Belton, Missouri, Leaving Trail of Destruction

An EF-1 tornado struck Belton, Missouri, on Friday, April 17, causing structural and tree damage through a neighborhood and a historic cemetery. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado, which was part of an intense line of thunderstorms moving across the Kansas City metropolitan area.

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US: Tornado-Producing Storm Sweeps Through Kansas City Metropolitan Area

A tornado-producing storm swept through the Kansas City metropolitan area on Friday, April 17. The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado struck Belton, Missouri, as an intense line of thunderstorms moved through the region.

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US: Strong Thunderstorms Bring Hail and Gusty Winds to Seattle Area

The National Weather Service issued a weather alert for strong thunderstorms across the Seattle area on Wednesday, April 15, warning of marble-sized hail and strong winds.

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US: Tornado-Warned Storms Bring Hail to Wichita and Surrounding Areas

Severe thunderstorms moved through Kansas on Friday, April 17, bringing tornado threats, hail and strong winds to Wichita and surrounding areas.

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US: Thunderstorm Brings Hail, High Winds, and Power Outages to Middle Tennessee 2

A thunderstorm brought downpours, hail, and gusty winds to Middle Tennessee on Thursday evening, April 16 as severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for multiple counties in the region. Widespread power outages, downed trees, and utility lines were also reported. This video shows strong winds whipping up dust and debris in Goodlettsville.

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US: Super Typhoon Sinlaku Batters CNMI and Guam With Destructive Weather 3

Super Typhoon Sinlaku slammed into the Northern Mariana Islands on Tuesday, April 14, lashing Saipan and Tinian with 150 mph sustained winds and torrential rain. Reported damage includes shredded roofs and widespread flooding. While Guam avoided a direct hit, the island still faced high winds and flash floods. President Trump approved emergency disaster declarations for both Guam and the CNMI on April 12.