Tornado damages 20 homes in Columbia, Mississippi
A damaging tornado swept through Columbia town in Marion County, Mississippi on Wednesday, February 12, 2o25, downing more than 70 power poles, and leaving around 100 customers without power.
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Schools closed as heavy snow piles up after winter storm sweeps through Ontario, Canada
A powerful winter storm swept through southern Ontario, Canada on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, bringing over 20 cm (7.9 inches) of snow to some areas and creating hazardous travel conditions across the region. Schools along with other institutions have been closed off for Thursday, February 13 due to the storm with stronger winds in the forecast and dangerous travel conditions being likely to continue.
Ice storm warnings and winter weather advisories issued across Oregon
An Ice Storm Warning has been issued for the Central and Southern Willamette Valley, the Central Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, and the Central Oregon Coast Range as winter storms bring hazardous conditions to the region. The warning will be in effect from 01:00 local time (LT) on February 13 to 04:00 LT on February 14, with significant ice and snow accumulation expected.
Ice Storm Warning issued for Ohio ahead of powerful winter storm
Ice Storm Warnings have been issued for Lucas, Ottawa, and Wood counties in Ohio through Wednesday, February 12, 2025, as a powerful winter storm is expected to bring snow, sleet, and freezing rain across the state, creating hazardous travel conditions across Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Roofs ripped off and powerlines downed as possible tornado rips through Pensacola, Florida
A possible tornado ripped through Pensacola, Florida on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, damaging buildings and vehicles, and downing powerlines.
Winter Storm Watch issued for Chicago ahead of an impactful storm, Illinois
Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Chicago ahead of an impactful winter storm set to sweep through the region on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. The storm could bring snow totals of up to 20 cm (8 inches) in some areas and create dangerous travel conditions.
Flash Flood Watch issued for Los Angeles ahead of strong atmospheric river, California
A Flash Flood Watch has been issued for Los Angeles through Thursday, February 13, 2025, ahead of the atmospheric river forecast to bring heavy rainfall to the region.
Severe storm hits Sao Paulo, leaving over 76 000 homes without power, Brazil
A powerful storm struck Greater São Paulo on Monday, February 10, 2025, causing severe flooding that submerged vehicles, disrupted traffic, and left thousands without power.
Strong atmospheric river to impact California with heavy rain and mountain snow
A strong atmospheric river (AR) associated with a low-pressure system is set to impact California from Wednesday into Thursday, February 12 to 14, bringing heavy rain, mountain snow, and potential flooding. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of significant precipitation and winter storm conditions, particularly in the Sierra Nevada and coastal mountain ranges.
Severe storms batter NSW and Victoria, triggering flash floods and emergency rescues, Australia
Severe thunderstorms struck New South Wales (NSW) and eastern Victoria on Monday, February 10, 2025, bringing heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and large hailstones, with emergency services responding to over 500 calls for assistance.
