A tornado is a swirling vortex, powerful and destructive. It is a column of rotating air connected to both the clouds and the ground, creating a breathtaking spectacle and, simultaneously, a formidable force of nature.
On October 23, 2024, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) experienced a significant meteorological event that captivated residents and drew the attention of authorities. A series of storms, marked by formidable tornado-like formations known as dust devils, swept across various emirates, including Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah.
The most devastating tornado strike appears to have occurred in the town of Matlacha, west of Cape Coral, where social media posts have shown a massive funnel cloud seemingly making direct impact with the community. Damage assessments are still ongoing, but early reports suggest that this particular tornado has caused significant destruction in the region.
As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season rages on, a new threat has emerged in the form of Hurricane Milton. What began as a tropical disturbance has rapidly intensified into an extremely dangerous Category 5 storm, putting the Yucatan Peninsula directly in its crosshairs.
On Friday, September 27, 2024, a severe EF-3 tornado with winds of up to 225 km/h (140 mph) struck the city of Rocky Mount in Nash County, North Carolina, causing widespread destruction and injuring 15 people.
The first recorded waterspout in Victoria Harbour marks a significant event in Hong Kong’s meteorological history.
