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The state of Alagoas is under a weather alert for rain, strong winds, and lightning due to atmospheric instability expected until Sunday.

A passenger filming lightning during a flight from Montevideo to Fortaleza captured impressive footage that amazed and alarmed other passengers.

A lightning strike was captured on video hitting a busy junction in Araruama, Brazil, just as a local resident was warning about the imminent storm and risk of electric discharges.

A Perth teenager recounts the horrifying experience of being hit by a lightning strike during a storm on a school tennis court, resulting in injuries for her and two others.

Latvian forward Zemgus Girgensons returned to the NHL, contributing to the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4:2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Three people, including a man and two teenage girls, were injured in Perth due to suspected lightning strikes during a storm, with some disruptions in train services across the city.

Heavy rains have caused significant flooding and damage in various towns in the interior of Bahia, Brazil.

The Civil Defense has issued a 'severe alert' for residents of São José dos Campos due to the risk of storms involving rain, lightning, and strong winds.

The article discusses the NHL landscape post-Olympics and the impending trade deadline as teams seek to strengthen their rosters.

A lightning strike caused significant damage to a house in Timon, Brazil, during a heavy rainstorm, but fortunately, no one was injured.

Bodø/Glimt, a small club from Norway, achieved a remarkable victory over last year's Champions League finalists, Inter Milan, securing their place in the knockout stage.

The article discusses the slow advancement of the Russian army during the ongoing conflict, contrasting it with historical battles and highlighting significant losses and events from the war.

Laurence des Cars has resigned from her position as president of the Louvre, citing the need to overcome obstacles to the institution's transformation and modernization.

A strong storm hit the City and Greater Buenos Aires, featuring thunder, lightning, and heavy rains.

A severe storm hit Buenos Aires and the surrounding areas, bringing heavy rain, thunder, and lightning, prompting national weather alerts.

The Civil Defense has issued a severe alert for heavy rain, lightning, strong winds, and hail in São José dos Campos, warning residents to seek safety.

The book 'The Right to Live' presents the memoirs of Latvian-Jewish survivor Ella Medalja, detailing her harrowing escape from the Rumbula massacre during the Nazi occupation.

Dozens of dairy cows were found dead in Córdoba, Argentina, following a storm, likely due to a lightning strike phenomenon.

Lee 'Lightning' Murray, a cage fighter involved in a major cash robbery, seeks freedom from prison on the 20th anniversary of the crime which involved a violent kidnapping.

The article discusses an exhibition themed around Pixar films, featuring elements from 'Inside Out' and 'Cars.'

French athlete Quentin Fillon Maillet secured his ninth Olympic medal by executing a powerful uphill acceleration, overtaking German competitor Philippe Horn to clinch the bronze at the 2026 Games.

Between February 14 and 17, Ceará recorded 20,448 lightning strikes, significantly affecting several regions.

A lightning strike caused alarm among residents of a condominium in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil, during a rainstorm, damaging some electrical devices.

The Ukrainian army has rapidly regained territory, taking advantage of Russian communication difficulties, and has recaptured 78 square miles in just five days, marking its quickest advance in three years.

Italian authorities are bracing for a potential surprise visit from Donald Trump at the Olympic Games.

Six mountaineers were rescued after being struck by a lightning discharge while ascending Corazón volcano in Ecuador.

A security camera captured the moment a lightning strike hit an electric fence in Porto União, Santa Catarina, causing a fire with no injuries reported.

The formation of figure skating duo RikuRyuu is recounted, highlighting the journey of skaters Ryuichi Kihara and Riku Miura as they return to their roots in Nagoya for competition preparation.

A 6-year-old boy tragically died after being struck by lightning at his home in rural Joaquim Pires, Piauí.

Two individuals were injured by a lightning strike in Cajas National Park, Ecuador, with one victim being a 22-year-old foreigner.

Residents in Grande Recife experienced lightning and bright flashes during a heavy rain coinciding with the opening day of Carnival.

Eveliina Uosukainen and Joni Rintala's fast-moving relationship faced challenges early on, as they discussed during a recent interview.

Firefighters rescued a cow named Estrellita from a reservoir in Guangopolo, Ecuador, after she became trapped in adverse weather conditions.

More than 180 lightning strikes hit the metropolitan area of Natal in Brazil over a 24-hour period, causing power outages in thousands of homes.

Carnival revelers in Brazil are advised to stay vigilant and safe due to sudden storms that can occur during the festivities.

Kang Deuk-gu of the Democratic Party clarified that a deleted Facebook post regarding party merger discussions following the local elections was an internal mistake, invoking substantial political criticism.

Over 500 people have been impacted by severe rains in Itaocara, Brazil, causing major flooding and damage to homes and infrastructure.

An infoproducer in Arapiraca, Brazil, documented a lightning strike, describing the experience as 'a gift from God.'

The Civil Defense of Brazil has issued a severe weather alert for São José dos Campos, Taubaté, and Jacareí due to the anticipated arrival of intense rainfall, which may include thunderstorms, winds, and hail.

A report from the Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais revealed that over 571,000 lightning strikes were recorded in Northern Minas Gerais in 2025, highlighting precautions consumers can take to prevent accidents.

A fierce storm with winds exceeding 100 km/h struck the town of Laprida in Santiago del Estero, causing significant damage including roofs being blown off and trees falling.

A young woman sustained injuries to her leg and abdomen after a lightning strike hit her house in Buriti dos Lopes, Piauí, while she was inside with her mother and young siblings.

Latvian forward Zemgus Girgensons scored a goal in the NHL game, leading the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 6-1 victory over the Florida Panthers.

The game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and their local rivals spiraled out of control, resulting in 167 penalty minutes and a 6–1 victory for Tampa Bay before the Olympics.

Rio Grande do Norte experienced 4,740 lightning strikes in about 24 hours, primarily due to heavy rains, with Mossoró being the most affected city.

A storm with rain and lightning in Patos, Paraíba, has caused significant damage including a collapsed ceiling and broken poles, as reported by local residents and shown in videos circulating online.

A striking video captures the exact moment lightning hits a vacant lot in the Passaré neighborhood of Fortaleza during a heavy rainfall.

Heavy rain accompanied by lightning and thunder in Fortaleza has drawn attention, with warnings from meteorological authorities about the potential for more extensive rainfall and severe weather in the coming days.

On February 3, 2026, an American F-35C Lightning II fighter jet shot down an Iranian Shahed-139 drone near the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea, an action described by the U.S. Central Command as self-defense.

A storm with lightning affected Greater Vitória, leading to flooding, downed trees, and power outages, though no injuries or displacements were reported.