Strong winds
Coverage of Strong winds in the Nexus archive.
- El Nino may reduce cyclones in Bay of Bengal
El Nino may reduce cyclones in the Bay of Bengal, where tropical cyclones often cause widespread damage through strong winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surges.
- Weather alert: Kollam district administration prohibits fishing till July 7
The Kollam district administration has prohibited fishing until July 7 due to an IMD forecast predicting squally weather and strong winds along the Kerala coast.
- Fishermen warned off Andhra Pradesh coast as heavy rain, strong winds forecast
Fishermen are being warned to avoid the Andhra Pradesh coast due to forecasted heavy rains and strong winds. The Cyclone Warning Centre predicts heavy rainfall in Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts with wind speeds up to 65 kmph over the next four days.
- After heat wave: Wildfires ravage southern France
Wildfires in southern France, fueled by strong winds, are being battled by firefighters. Nearly 3,000 tourists and locals were evacuated.
- The challenges of forecasting weather around wildfires
The article discusses the challenges of forecasting weather around wildfires, noting that factors like strong winds, low humidity, hot temperatures, and dry vegetation complicate predictions. The FOX21 Storm Team in Southern Colorado highlights the difficulty in accurately predicting environmental conditions that drive fire growth.
- Dry, windy conditions fuel explosive wildfire growth across western US
Wildfire activity intensified across the western United States over the weekend due to strong winds and dry conditions, leading to evacuations in multiple areas.
- Red flag warning for critical fire weather in place across swath of Southern California
A red flag warning for critical fire weather is active in parts of San Bernardino, Kern, Inyo, and Tulare counties until 11 p.m. Saturday due to strong winds and critically low humidity.
- Namibia: Rainstorms Wreak Havoc in //Kharas ...Roofs Snatched, Families Forced to Rebuild
Heavy rainfall and strong winds in Namibia's //Kharas region have stripped three homes at Farm Blouwes of their roofs, compelling affected families to rebuild. The storm has caused significant disruption, leaving households without shelter.
- 'Years of hard work damaged': Plains communities picking up pieces after storms
Communities in several Eastern Plains counties are recovering after storms brought strong winds, heavy rain, hail, and a tornado over the last week.
- Another round of severe storms expected for today
Southern Colorado is expected to experience another round of severe storms today, following previous storms along and east of the Interstate 25 corridor that brought hail, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. A flattening ridge of high pressure in the upper atmosphere is contributing to the active weather conditions.
- Heavy rain, winds disrupt power supply across Nellore district
Heavy rain and strong winds caused power disruptions in Nellore district, with a flex banner falling onto power lines at Nippo Centre and Sangam mandal recording 53 mm of rainfall on Saturday.
- 61-day fishing ban to end in Rameswaram
The 61-day fishing ban in Rameswaram is set to end at midnight on Sunday. However, a decision on issuing tokens remains pending due to strong winds forecasted until June 15.
- Kerala rains: IMD issues orange alert in 2 districts; predicts thunderstorms, strong winds across State
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert in two districts of Kerala, predicting thunderstorms and strong winds. Heavy rains and strong winds caused waterlogging and prompted evacuations in northern parts of the state.
- Heavy rains, strong winds batter parts of Kerala
Heavy rains and strong winds are affecting parts of Kerala, with authorities advising vulnerable residents to remain cautious due to ongoing monsoon activity.
- Strong winds rip off school roof, major tragedy averted
Strong winds caused the roof of a school to be ripped off, but a major tragedy was averted. No further details about injuries or damage are provided in the title.
- Timeline details overnight severe threat, including hail and strong winds
Chicago area faces a severe weather threat overnight Friday into Saturday, including hail up to an inch, 60 mph wind gusts, and localized flooding. The Storm Prediction Center issued 'slight' and 'marginal' risk levels, with O’Hare International Airport experiencing flight delays. Severe conditions are expected to peak between 3-6 a.m. south of Interstate 80.
- Child dies after inflatable castle tossed into air in Montreal park
A 3-year-old girl died from injuries sustained when strong winds lifted an inflatable castle into the air during a party at a Montreal park. The incident occurred in a public park, and the child's death is under investigation.
- Typhoon Jangmi’s giant eye lights up the night as it approaches Japan
Typhoon Jangmi is moving toward southern Japan with heavy rain and strong winds. Nighttime satellite images showed a large eye and swirling structures, while outer bands raised flooding concerns.
- Communities in eastern Ontario, western Quebec lose power following strong winds Friday night
Communities in eastern Ontario and western Quebec experienced power outages after strong winds struck Friday night. Crews are working on Saturday to restore electricity in the affected areas.
- 2 killed in Florida amid strong winds and 'extremely rough' ocean conditions
Two people were killed in Florida due to strong winds and extremely rough ocean conditions. The incident occurred at Tables Beach in Cocoa Park on April 27, affecting beachgoers.
- Hot-air balloon crashes into California casino during emergency landing
A hot-air balloon made an emergency landing in Sacramento County due to strong winds, crashing into the Sky River Casino at around 12:15 p.m. The incident occurred after the balloon launched unexpectedly from the casino, striking power lines during the emergency landing.
- Millions under wildfire alerts in central U.S., as warmth, winds fuel risks
Millions in the central U.S. face extreme wildfire risks due to heat, dry air, and strong winds. The combination of these factors is fueling dangerous conditions across the region.
- Massive wildfires spread across Georgia
Massive wildfires are spreading across Southeast Georgia and Northern Florida due to dry conditions and strong winds. CBS News reporter Jarred Hill is covering the event.
- On the ground look at Colorado pileup involving over 75 vehicles
A major pileup involving over 75 vehicles occurred in Colorado on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in at least 19 injuries. Heavy snow and strong winds contributed to the winter-like conditions during the crash.