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Multiple US states and parts of Australia are experiencing extreme winter conditions. The US faces heavy snow, cold waves, and travel disruptions, driven by polar vortex breakdowns. Australia endures contrasting weather with early summer heatwaves and wildfire risks. These events reflect unseasonal, intense weather patterns.
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A cold wave is affecting the US Northeast, with early snow in New York and New England, but no significant snowfall is expected for Christmas. Meanwhile, Europe experienced a tornado in Spain amid storm Emilia. The cold is linked to polar vortex activity, with forecasts predicting continued frigid temperatures.
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Heavy rainfall driven by an atmospheric river has caused record river levels and widespread flooding in Washington and British Columbia. Thousands have been evacuated, roads closed, and flood defenses tested. Authorities warn of ongoing risks, with more storms expected to follow.
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Heavy rains caused a levee breach near the White River in King County, Washington, prompting evacuations for about 1,100 homes and businesses. Crews used sandbags to reinforce the levee, and the evacuation alert was lifted Monday evening. No injuries were reported amid localized flooding.
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A powerful winter storm swept the US Northeast from Friday night into Saturday, dropping 2 to 10 inches of snow from upstate New York to Long Island and parts of Connecticut. New York City received 2 to 4 inches, with Central Park reporting 4.3 inches. The storm caused over 14,000 domestic flight cancellations and delays, mainly at New York area airports, amid one of the busiest travel periods of the year. States of emergency were declared in New York and New Jersey, with hazardous road conditions and airport disruptions reported. The storm began to ease Saturday morning, with flurries tapering off by afternoon.
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A series of atmospheric river storms have caused severe weather across California, including flooding, mudslides, and avalanches. At least two deaths have been reported, and emergency responses are ongoing as residents prepare for more heavy rain and snow.
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A 100% chance of rain is forecast for Pasadena on Thursday, risking the Rose Parade after a week of flooding and mudslides. Temperatures will be cold across the US, but parade organizers plan to proceed with rain gear and contingency measures. Spectators are advised to prepare accordingly.
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Since late December 2025, severe storms and flooding have struck Southern California, southern Spain, and Indonesia's Sulawesi island. Southern California faced record rainfall, mudslides, and evacuations, with at least three deaths. Spain's Costa del Sol endured flooding from Storm Francis, displacing hundreds. Indonesia's Sulawesi suffered flash floods and landslides, killing dozens and prompting emergency responses.
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Recent winter storms in California have caused severe flooding, mudslides, and road closures, especially in Santa Barbara and the Bay Area. Heavy rain, high tides, and thunderstorms have led to fatalities, airport closures, and widespread infrastructure damage amid ongoing heavy rainfall.
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A snow avalanche near Longs Pass in Washington state resulted in two deaths and two survivors. The incident occurred Friday afternoon amid heavy snowfall, with rescue teams retrieving the bodies Saturday after hazardous conditions delayed recovery efforts. The survivors used satellite devices to alert authorities.
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A severe Arctic blast is hitting the eastern US, bringing temperatures below zero and snow. Major cities like New York and Chicago face dangerous cold, power outages, and snowstorms. The cold will peak later this week, with warnings to stay indoors and prepare for extreme weather conditions.
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A major winter storm has caused over 13,500 flight cancellations across the US since Saturday, with the highest disruptions at Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta. Heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain threaten millions, impacting major airports including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark. Airlines are rebooking passengers and offering refunds.
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A severe winter storm led to a large pile-up on Interstate 196 near Grand Rapids, Michigan, involving over 30 trucks. No fatalities were reported, but numerous injuries occurred. The crash prompted road closures and emergency response efforts amid ongoing snow and freezing temperatures across the region.
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A severe winter storm, dubbed Winter Storm Fern, is impacting over 235 million Americans across 40 states, bringing snow, ice, and extreme cold. Authorities have issued emergency declarations, and transportation disruptions are widespread, with thousands of flight cancellations and road closures expected.
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A severe winter storm is expected to impact over 160 million Americans, bringing heavy snow, ice, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies to the Northeast. The storm could cause widespread disruptions, including power outages and travel delays, with colder temperatures following early next week.
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A severe winter storm is sweeping across the US, affecting over 140 million people from New Mexico to New England. It brings heavy snow, dangerous ice, and extreme cold, prompting states to declare emergencies, cancel flights, and prepare for widespread power outages. The storm's impact is comparable to a hurricane in some areas.
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A widespread winter storm affecting over 180 million Americans has caused power outages, flight cancellations, and dangerous cold temperatures across the US. Emergency declarations are in place in multiple states, with ongoing severe weather expected into Monday and beyond.
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A historic winter storm has caused at least 38 deaths across 14 US states, with widespread power outages and dangerous cold temperatures. Emergency responses are ongoing, and the storm's impact is expected to persist with more snow and freezing conditions into early February.
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A severe winter storm caused over 9,000 flight cancellations across the US, with major hubs like Dallas-Fort Worth and New York heavily impacted. Airlines face operational disruptions and compensation issues, as authorities expect schedules to normalize by midweek.
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Recent US cold snaps have caused reports of frost quakes—loud ground booms from rapid freezing—and frost cracks in trees, often mistaken for explosions. These phenomena are harmless but startling, resulting from rapid soil and tree freezing during sudden temperature drops, especially at night.
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A 72-foot fishing vessel, the Lily Jean, sank off Cape Ann, Massachusetts, resulting in one confirmed death and six missing crew members. Search efforts were hampered by severe winter weather, and the Coast Guard has suspended active rescue operations after exhaustive efforts. An investigation is underway.
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A severe Arctic cold wave has swept across the eastern US, causing record low temperatures, widespread power outages, and over 110 deaths. Major cities like New York and Nashville face extreme conditions, with ongoing recovery efforts and warnings of dangerous weather into early February.
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New York City faces ongoing cold weather with record-low temperatures, snow accumulation, and dangerous conditions. The city remains in a deep freeze, with temperatures below freezing for over a week, impacting daily life, transportation, and public safety. Forecasters warn the cold will persist, with wind chills into the single digits.
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Southern California experiences record-high temperatures in the 80s this week amid a persistent high-pressure system, defying Punxsutawney Phil's prediction of a long winter. Meanwhile, much of the US remains in a deep freeze, with a cold snap expected to return next week, impacting regions from Florida to the Northeast.
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A series of powerful winter storms are impacting California and surrounding states, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and flooding risks. The storms, forecasted to last several days, are causing hazardous travel conditions, especially in Northern California, with up to eight feet of snow expected in some areas. Authorities advise caution and preparedness.
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A series of severe storms are forecast across the US Midwest from Texas to the Great Lakes, with risks of large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. Over 6 million people are at high risk, with the storms expected to last into the evening and overnight, following days of warnings and heavy rainfall.