Severe hailstorm causes widespread damage in Baoding, China
A severe hailstorm struck Baoding, Hebei Province, on May 5, 2025, covering streets with hailstones up to 2 cm (0.8 inches) in diameter. The storm caused significant agricultural losses.
Landslide near Medellín claims five lives as heavy rains trigger regional emergency, Colombia
A deadly landslide struck Sabaneta, just south of Medellín, on Thursday, May 8, 2025, killing at least five people and leaving two missing amid ongoing heavy rains in Colombia’s Antioquia department. Rescue operations are underway as parts of the region remain under red alert.
Heavy rain and flash flood threats for New England and Florida Panhandle through May 11
Heavy rains and flash floods are forecast to impact the Northeast and Southeast United States from Friday through Saturday, May 9 and 10, 2025, with rainfall totals between 25 and 100 mm (1 to 4 inches) expected in areas including New England and the Florida Panhandle.
Tornado outbreak causes damage in Portugal’s Alentejo region
Two F1 tornadoes and a waterspout caused structural damage across Portugal’s Alentejo region and nearby districts between May 2 and 3, 2025. Emergency crews were deployed to clear debris and restore utility services.
Heat advisories and major HeatRisk level issued for southern California
Heat advisories are in effect across southern California from Friday to Saturday, May 9–10, 2025, with level 3 out of 4 HeatRisk issued for parts of the region due to the increased risk of heat-related illnesses.
Floods and landslides claim 48 lives, damage nearly 60 000 homes in Ecuador since January
Severe floods and landslides have killed at least 48 people and affected more than 182 000 across Ecuador since January 1, causing widespread damage to homes, infrastructure, and agriculture in 23 of the country’s 24 provinces.
Five tornadoes confirmed in central Texas, one person injured in Frankston
At least five tornadoes touched down in central Texas on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, affecting Leon, Milam, Robertson, and Anderson counties. The storms caused widespread damage and one injury in Frankston as severe thunderstorms moved through the region.
Record rainfall impacts New Orleans as severe storms move through Louisiana
Record rains drenched New Orleans on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, as severe storms brought flash floods and strong gusts to parts of Louisiana, causing widespread damage.
Severe weather in Iran claims 9 lives, injures 86
At least nine people died and 86 were injured in Iran due to severe storms in early May 2025, with significant damage reported in Karaj and Tehran.
Ground fissures damage homes and roads in Voutes, Crete
Significant ground fissures have emerged in the village of Voutes, near Heraklion on the Greek island of Crete, damaging homes, roads, and public infrastructure. The cracks, first observed on April 27, 2025, prompted an emergency response and the evacuation of multiple residences.
