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Monster typhoon bears down on US-controlled islands in the western Pacific Ocean - 185 mph sustained winds reported

Sophie Brams
The Hill
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:21 UTC
Super Typhoon Sinlaku
Super Typhoon Sinlaku
A dangerous typhoon bore down on two U.S. territories in the western Pacific Ocean on Tuesday, bringing strong winds and life-threatening flooding.

Typhoon Sinlaku was downgraded from a super typhoon early Wednesday local time as it battered the Northern Mariana Islands, according to the latest advisory from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Guam.

The center of the powerful storm was pulling away from Tinian and Saipan, moving northwest at 5 mph. Forecasters said it is expected to pass just west of the islands of Almagan, Pagan and Agrihan in the latter half of the week.

As of the latest advisory, maximum sustained winds had decreased to 145 mph, with typhoon-force winds extending up to 75 miles from the center and tropical storm force winds extending outward up to 265 miles.

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Best of the Web: Palisades Tahoe, California snow report: 22 inches in 24 hours and 43-inch 3 day storm total


SnowBrains
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:33 UTC
Palisades Tahoe snow report: 22″ in 24 hours.
Palisades Tahoe snow report: 22″ in 24 hours.
The latest Palisades Tahoe, California, snow report tells a story of remarkable late-season resurgence. A sustained storm cycle has transformed conditions on the upper mountain, logging a foot of new snow overnight and driving the three-day storm total to 43 inches. The resort is now among the last Tahoe areas still operating.

Most ski areas across the western U.S. have endured one of their worst seasons in recent memory, with dry and mild conditions since November, leaving many resorts struggling to open meaningful terrain. Palisades has been an exception to that late-season trend this week.

Sunny breaks are emerging across the mountain on Monday, though forecasters have not ruled out additional snow showers that could add another inch to the upper elevations before conditions settle. Long-range models continue to show troughing over the region through the third week of April, with additional storm systems possible and a cooler-than-normal pattern expected to persist.

The weekend storm delivered heavy snow Saturday night, with snow levels crashing down to around 4,000 feet, well below the base, bringing fluffier, high-ratio snow to the upper mountain.

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Unseasonal rain, snow hit north India in April - Crops suffer damage


Firstpost.com
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:30 UTC
tourists enjoy fresh snowfall near Atal Tunnel North Portal in Lahaul and Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, April 12, 2026. (Photo: IANS)
© IANSTourists enjoy fresh snowfall near Atal Tunnel North Portal in Lahaul and Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
April in North India is defying expectations this year, with unseasonal rain, snowfall, and a sharp dip in temperatures replacing the usual summer heat. States like Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi are witnessing winter-like conditions, driven by persistent Western Disturbances.

These moisture-laden systems, typically active in winter, have lingered into spring, bringing storms, hail, and cloudy skies. The unusual weather has disrupted daily life and raised concerns among farmers, with significant crop damage reported.

Experts warn this could signal increasing climate variability, where shifting patterns blur seasonal boundaries and make weather more unpredictable and potentially more damaging.


Comment: See also: April snowfall batters Shimla apple belt, in Himachal Pradesh, India - growers stare at heavy losses

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Saudi Arabia suspends in-person classes after torrential rains, floods hit Riyadh

Tarek Chouiref
Anadolu Ajansı
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:16 UTC
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Saudi Arabia suspended in-person classes at several schools and universities Sunday after torrential rains and flooding swept through Riyadh and other parts of the kingdom.

Footage shared on US social media company X showed torrents of water rushing through streets in the Saudi capital after intense rainfall late Saturday.

The National Center for Meteorology said heavy rain affecting Riyadh would continue until early Sunday, though its intensity was expected to gradually ease.

The Saudi Civil Defense urged residents in Riyadh and the Eastern Province to exercise caution and follow official safety instructions.

Saudi state-run Alekhbariah said in-person classes were suspended Sunday at several universities and schools, including Al-Baha University, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences and King Khalid University.

The weather center had warned Thursday that most regions of the country would experience moderate to heavy rainfall through Tuesday.

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Rivers surge in China as extreme weather brings hail and floods streets

Unstoppable Weather
YouTube
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:50 UTC
Heavy flooding occurred yesterday in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, #China, following a sudden rainstorm.
Heavy flooding occurred yesterday in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, China, following a sudden rainstorm.
On the afternoon of April 7, 2026, Chaozhou city was suddenly affected by a new round of severe convective weather. Against the backdrop of intensified warm and humid airflow and accumulated atmospheric instability, convective cloud clusters rapidly developed over the urban area, bringing a complex combination of strong winds, frequent thunder, and heavy rainfall.

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April snowfall batters Shimla apple belt, in Himachal Pradesh, India - growers stare at heavy losses

Rahul Bhandari
The News Himachal
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:44 UTC
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Shimla district witnessed unexpected snowfall on Wednesday, hitting apple orchards at a crucial stage of flowering and fruit setting. Growers across Upper Shimla, including Narkanda and Kotkhai, reported extensive damage, raising concerns over a sharp decline in this season's apple production.

The sudden spell of snowfall and hailstorm has damaged apple trees that had just entered the setting phase. Many orchards saw anti-hail nets collapsing under the weight of accumulated snow, while branches of trees broke in several areas. The tender blossoms, essential for fruit formation, were hit hard, and growers fear that the cold conditions will further disrupt pollination.

Apple growers say the losses could be significant this year. "The snowfall has come at the worst possible time. The flowers have been damaged, and fruit setting will be affected," said a grower from Kotkhai. With temperatures dropping sharply, the conditions are not favourable for normal crop development.
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'That's the worst I've ever seen it': Spring snow storm slams Saskatchewan, Canada - 14.5 inches dumped

Darla Ponace
CBC News
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:32 UTC
Landon Placsko faced grueling, snow-covered roads while traveling to Saskatoon for classes from his acreage just outside Melfort.
Landon Placsko faced grueling, snow-covered roads while traveling to Saskatoon for classes from his acreage just outside Melfort.
Some communities in Saskatchewan are digging out after an Alberta clipper blasted through the province on Tuesday, leaving an abundance of snow in its wake.

"Meadow Lake had the most significant report so far at 37 centimeters," said Danielle Desjardin, who is a meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Prince Albert saw about 18 centimeters of snow, while Saskatoon had 16 centimetres and Nipawin had 15 centimeters, she said.

Travel was not recommended on several highways around these communities on Wednesday morning, according to Saskatchewan's Highway Hotline.

"On Highway 41 from Melfort going towards Saskatoon ... the snow is probably about two to three feet deep," said Landon Placsko, a psychology student at the University of Saskatchewan, on Wednesday morning.

He faced grueling, snow-covered roads while traveling to Saskatoon for classes from his acreage just outside Melfort.

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Tsunami

Heavy rain triggers deadly floods across Türkiye


The Caspian Post
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:20 UTC
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Severe rainfall across Türkiye has led to at least two fatalities and caused extensive damage to infrastructure in multiple regions.

In Osmaniye Province, flooding and mudslides hit the Kadirli district after rivers overflowed, leaving several vehicles submerged, The Caspian Post reports, citing Turkish media.

In the Düzici district, a bridge spanning the Delici River collapsed, severing the road that connects the Karajaoglan neighborhood with the village of Göllüler.

Negative impacts have also been reported in Gaziantep and Şanlıurfa, where streets have been inundated and traffic flow has been significantly disrupted.

Local authorities have called on residents to remain cautious due to the continuing threats of flooding, mudslides, and landslides.

According to Haber Global, heavy rainfall is forecast to affect 44 provinces, with some areas also expected to see snowfall as cold air masses move in from the Balkans.

The Turkish Meteorological Service has issued warnings about severe weather conditions, including for the cities of Istanbul and Ankara.

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Heavy rains, floods in the Dominican Republic, damage over 1,000 homes - foot of rainfall in under 24 hours


barchart.com
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:03 UTC
In the face of persistent rains, the Government continues to deploy relief agencies to assist the most vulnerable sectors.
© Civil Defense.In the face of persistent rains, the Government continues to deploy relief agencies to assist the most vulnerable sectors.
Heavy rains in the Dominican Republic killed a toddler, damaged more than 1,000 homes and caused power and water outages on Wednesday, forcing officials to suspend classes at some public and private schools.

Forecasters noted that 12 inches (30 centimeters) of rain fell in some areas in less than 24 hours, forcing crews to evacuate more than 5,000 people.

"There is no storm drainage system that can withstand that anywhere in the world," President Luis Abinader said.

A press official with the Civil Defense agency, Jayssi Capellán, told The Associated Press that a nearly 2-year-old girl died after a wall at her home collapsed in the capital of Santo Domingo.

The government ordered nonessential employees to work remotely as authorities warned of flooding and possible landslides, with more than a dozen provinces under alert, including Santo Domingo, which is the hardest hit area.

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Russia declares emergency in Dagestan's capital as floods cut power to more than 327,000 people - 6 killed (UPDATE)

Ksenia Orlova
Reuters
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:36 UTC
Emergency specialists evacuate residents from a flooded district in the city of Makhachkala in the Caucasus region of Dagestan, Russia, in this picture released March 28, 2026. Emergency Ministry of Russia/Handout via REUTERS
© Emergency Ministry of RussiaEmergency specialists evacuate residents from a flooded district in the city of Makhachkala in the Caucasus region of Dagestan, Russia, in this picture released March 28, 2026.
Authorities in the capital of the southern Russian region of Dagestan declared a ​state of emergency on Saturday after heavy ‌rainfall led to widespread flooding and power cuts in the region.

"Emergency services have been placed on high alert, ​efforts are under way to deal with ​the aftermath, and assistance will be provided ⁠to affected residents," the Makhachkala city administration ​said on Telegram.

More than 327,000 people remain without ​power in Dagestan due to bad weather, the regional ministry of emergency situations said.

"As of 12:00 (Moscow time, 0900 GMT), ​283 settlements with a population of 327,183 ​people, including 89,705 children, remain without electricity," the ministry said ‌on ⁠its website.


Comment: Update April 8

News.az reports:
The death toll from the flooding in Russia's Caucasian Dagestan region has risen to six, following the discovery of an elderly woman's body, according to the regional office of the Russian Emergency Ministry on Tuesday.

"In Mikhaylovka, volunteers and rescuers found the body of a missing resident born in 1947 under the rubble. The number of victims of the flooding in Dagestan has reached six people," it said in a statement, News.Az reports, citing foreign media.



The Russian Hydrometeorological Center declared an orange-level weather warning in the region, the second-highest on the color scale of weather warnings, indicating dangerous weather conditions with the likelihood of natural disasters and damage.

Residents and visitors of the region are urged to take precautions.

Work continues in Dagestan to address the aftermath of heavy rains that led to widespread flooding in several districts in late March and early April.

The situation remains difficult in the regional administrative center, the city of Makhachkala, as well as the Khasavyurt and Derbent districts, where dozens of homes, cars and garden plots have been flooded.

Several bridges were washed away by the adverse weather. A local-level state of emergency and a heightened alert regime have been declared in the region.


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