Category Snowfall Alert

Severe snowstorm and avalanche has killed 20 trekkers and guides in Nepal’s Himalayas

Severe weather triggered by the tail end of Cyclone Hudhud, which battered neighbouring India’s east coast, hit trekking groups on the Annapurna circuit as well as mountaineers trying to scale the avalanche-prone Mount Dhaulagiri in central Nepal on Tuesday.  …

Freak September snowstorm causes havoc with major power outages in Calgary, Canada

More power outages expected as snow-laden trees continue to fall around the city Thousands of Calgary homes and businesses are still without power after a freak September snowstorm blanketed the city, and officials are expecting some Calgarians will have no…

Severe snow storm brings chaos to parts of New Zealand

Widespread snow to low levels in the south, on top of copious rain, is making conditions miserable for farmers and stock, especially dairy farmers who have started calving.   Snow and southerly winds buffeted Otago and Southland through Thursday night…

Severe winds causes mayhem and now a severe snow storm is on the way for parts of New Zealand

Southland Civil Defence is urging people not to travel in the region tonight because of an incoming snowstorm. Snow is expected to be heaviest across eastern Southland, and Emergency Management Southland manager Neil Cruickshank says unless travel is urgent people…

Parts of Australia is going through relentless severe weather

VICTORIA shivered through a blustery night — but, be warned, the wild weather is not over just yet As the mop-up begins from yesterday’s chaos, Melbourne can expect showers and strong wind to continue this morning, with a maximum temperature…

Severe storm batters New Zealand & freezing cold conditions on the way

After a week of wild weather which battered the top of the North Island, it’s time to grab the winter woollies and wrap up warm. A short cold snap is set to sweep the country this week, bringing a cooler…