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We humans like to think that we're in charge of the planet we live on. Without being able to collectively decide how it should be done, we're at the controls. But are we in control?

The scientific community is, in fact, converging on the idea that we have entered a new phase of Earth's history — one in which our activity has become a powerful agent of geological change, equal to the other great forces of nature that build mountains and shape continents and species. The proposed name for this emerging period is the "Anthropocene" or the age of humanity.

But nature doesn't care about that. It's not conceding anything and reminds us about its power whenever it has the chance. From droughts and wildfires to earthquakes and floods, it has plenty of tools to do so as well.

So we at Bored Panda decided to put together a list of pictures, showing just how chaotic our surroundings can get. Continue scrolling to check them out and upvote the most memorable ones!

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Heavy Rain Turns Stairway Into A Waterfall

Heavy Rain Turns Stairway Into A Waterfall

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    So There's Been A Bit Of Rain In Ireland Recently

    So There's Been A Bit Of Rain In Ireland Recently

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    To learn more about the weather, we contacted Bob McDavitt, a weather guru who uses //etBoB to provide weather information for cruising sailors, primarily for those in the South Pacific.

    McDavitt was born in Marton, New Zealand, and was schooled in Wellington. He graduated with B.Sc (hons) degrees in Maths and Computer Science from Victoria University, and has been a meteorologist since 1975.

    For twenty years, McDavitt was the MetService Weather Ambassador, and focused on promoting friendly relations with weather users. This involved communicating awareness about any incoming nasty weather, keeping an eye on the impact of the weather on the coming season and any special events, and arranging MetService promotions, displays, and exhibitions.

    #3

    This Tree Was Struck By Lightning 3 Hours Ago

    This Tree Was Struck By Lightning 3 Hours Ago

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    Antz Online
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The portal to the **upside down, "stranger things". Edit, thanks for the correction

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    #5

    Cedar Tree Explosion

    Cedar Tree Explosion

    A storm blew through central Kansas this evening and exploded this cedar tree near my house. Someone speculated it was a microburst. I just thought it was neat.

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    "The meteorological way of making a weather prediction is based on the scientific method," McDavitt told Bored Panda.

    "1) Data is gathered to measure what is happening now; 2) This data is turned into a grid of numbers; 3) Computer programs that mimic known physics extrapolate these numbers into a future state/time; 4)These numbers are then converted into text and graphics to send off to users who are warned when defined thresholds are exceeded," the weather guru explained.

    #6

    My Friend Was Flying Out Of Phoenix Last Night. He Just Missed The Dust Storm

    My Friend Was Flying Out Of Phoenix Last Night. He Just Missed The Dust Storm

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    #7

    This Is The Road I'm Supposed To Drive On My Final Driving Test This Morning. Fog My Life

    This Is The Road I'm Supposed To Drive On My Final Driving Test This Morning. Fog My Life

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    #8

    My Sister Rented A Flat Here In North Of Iceland For Christmas. This Is Her View

    My Sister Rented A Flat Here In North Of Iceland For Christmas. This Is Her View

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    Bubs623
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would be having a massive panic attack from feeling claustrophobic. Seriously- that photo makes my heart race. *shivers*

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    It is said that a five-day forecast can accurately predict the weather approximately 90 percent of the time, a seven-day forecast is right about 80 percent of the time, and a 10-day—or longer—forecast will live up to its words only about half the time.

    Models have to use estimates and assumptions to predict the weather. But the atmosphere is constantly changing and those estimates are less reliable the further you get into the future.

    "Weather is a mix of pattern and chaos," McDavitt pointed out. "We can only follow the pattern and attempt to work out the bounds of the chaos."

    #10

    Over 4 Meters (13 Ft.) Of Snow At Riksgränsen Skii Resort In Northen Sweden

    Over 4 Meters (13 Ft.) Of Snow At Riksgränsen Skii Resort In Northen Sweden

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    #11

    The Sky In Murcia, Spain, Turned Orange Because Of Dust From The Sahara

    The Sky In Murcia, Spain, Turned Orange Because Of Dust From The Sahara

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    #12

    When It's Your Stop And The Doors Open To This

    When It's Your Stop And The Doors Open To This

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    Alex Travous
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've post holed for a whole mile before. Definitely would just stay on the train at this point.

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    #14

    Welcome To Narnia: Two Days Of Gale Force Winds Along Lake Erie Have Iced Over Many Of The Homes Along The Beach In Hamburg, NY

    Welcome To Narnia: Two Days Of Gale Force Winds Along Lake Erie Have Iced Over Many Of The Homes Along The Beach In Hamburg, NY

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    #15

    Dedication On Display For Buffalo Bills Fans

    Dedication On Display For Buffalo Bills Fans

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    #16

    What Happens In Southern Utah After A Wind Storm

    What Happens In Southern Utah After A Wind Storm

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    #17

    Hail Through Sunroof

    Hail Through Sunroof

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    #18

    Went To Go See The Golden Gate Bridge

    Went To Go See The Golden Gate Bridge

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    E Menendez
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    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is pretty common. I lived there for almost 13 years and I can tell you the fog doesn't burn off. And even if you are visiting in summer, bring layers because it gets cold. Can always tell the summer tourists - shorts with a SF novelty sweatshirt because they didn't bring the right clothes. And don't ever expect to go swimming without a wetsuit because it is so cold.

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    #19

    Lightning Strikes A Golf Practice Green In Iowa

    Lightning Strikes A Golf Practice Green In Iowa

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    Apatheist 62
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The golfer's joke is that if you're ever out in a thunderstorm, hold up a one iron. Even god can't hit a one iron.

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    #20

    Took This Pic When The Sandstorm Was About To Hit

    Took This Pic When The Sandstorm Was About To Hit

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    Hatred Pony
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where's the face and Brendan Fraser running for his life?

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    #21

    Tree In My Town Burning From A Lightning Strike

    Tree In My Town Burning From A Lightning Strike

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    #22

    Thickness Of Ice On My Windshield In Romania

    Thickness Of Ice On My Windshield In Romania

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    #23

    Damaging Winds And Severe Storms Just Blew Through Indiana. Patio Table Stuck Into A Wall

    Damaging Winds And Severe Storms Just Blew Through Indiana. Patio Table Stuck Into A Wall

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    #24

    Found This In My Yard After Strong Winds. I Guess You Would Call It A Tumble Weave?

    Found This In My Yard After Strong Winds. I Guess You Would Call It A Tumble Weave?

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    #25

    This Is What Happens In My Hometown When You Don't Leave The Faucet Trickling In The Winter. Pipes Bursting In Watertown, NY

    This Is What Happens In My Hometown When You Don't Leave The Faucet Trickling In The Winter. Pipes Bursting In Watertown, NY

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    #26

    Tornado-Driven Branch Impales My House Directly Above My Kid’s Bed

    Tornado-Driven Branch Impales My House Directly Above My Kid’s Bed

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    #27

    It's Been So Cold, I Snapped My Welcome Mat

    It's Been So Cold, I Snapped My Welcome Mat

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    #28

    I Guess I'm Not Driving Anywhere Today

    I Guess I'm Not Driving Anywhere Today

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    #29

    This Photo Was Taken At 9 AM On August 17, 2018, In Prince George, British Columbia. The Smoke From The Wildfires Is So Thick It's Blocking Out The Sun

    This Photo Was Taken At 9 AM On August 17, 2018, In Prince George, British Columbia. The Smoke From The Wildfires Is So Thick It's Blocking Out The Sun

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    #30

    Lightning Blew Up My Mailbox Last Night, Of All The Things

    Lightning Blew Up My Mailbox Last Night, Of All The Things

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    #31

    My Trip To Mount Rushmore Last Year

    My Trip To Mount Rushmore Last Year

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    #32

    This Tree Fell And Pulled The Whole Lawn Up With It

    This Tree Fell And Pulled The Whole Lawn Up With It

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    Raye West
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You just KNOW all those bugs are like, "...... well, guess we walk gingerly on down now"

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    #34

    After Flood, Fire And Rescue Departments Going Door To Door To Check The Safety Of Structures

    After Flood, Fire And Rescue Departments Going Door To Door To Check The Safety Of Structures

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    #35

    I Hate Freezing Rain

    I Hate Freezing Rain

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    #36

    Record-Breaking Snowfall From Canadian Blizzard. 30 Inches Fell On Friday Alone

    Record-Breaking Snowfall From Canadian Blizzard. 30 Inches Fell On Friday Alone

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    #37

    Hurricane Damaged Boardwalk

    Hurricane Damaged Boardwalk

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    #38

    Our Beloved Hotdog Stand Got Damaged During Hurricane Irma

    Our Beloved Hotdog Stand Got Damaged During Hurricane Irma

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    #39

    This Poor Lambo I Towed In Calgary Ab After Hail And Flooding

    This Poor Lambo I Towed In Calgary Ab After Hail And Flooding

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    #40

    Iowa Corn Flattened By 100mph Winds

    Iowa Corn Flattened By 100mph Winds

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    #41

    Got A Call Earlier That A Tree Fell On My House

    Got A Call Earlier That A Tree Fell On My House

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    #42

    The Roof In My Apartment Collapsed Due To Rain, But The Latex Paint Caught The Drywall

    The Roof In My Apartment Collapsed Due To Rain, But The Latex Paint Caught The Drywall

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    #43

    I (Left) Was Excited To See The Tip Of Africa From Gibraltar But... Fog. Still The Closest I’ve Ever Been

    I (Left) Was Excited To See The Tip Of Africa From Gibraltar But... Fog. Still The Closest I’ve Ever Been

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    #44

    Algeria, Les Fusillés Metro Station This Evening. After The Torrential Rains

    Algeria, Les Fusillés Metro Station This Evening. After The Torrential Rains

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    ZombieSushi386
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dude in the bottom pic cracks me up. Surrounded by water and he's still playing on his phone like nothing happened

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    #45

    Not As Bad As The Guy Who Traveled To See The Golden Gate Bridge, But This Is My Wife And I At The Highest Point On Skyline Drive, Overlooking The Majestic Shenandoah Valley

    Not As Bad As The Guy Who Traveled To See The Golden Gate Bridge, But This Is My Wife And I At The Highest Point On Skyline Drive, Overlooking The Majestic Shenandoah Valley

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    Robert Trebor
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got the same view at Mt Rainier last fall. No sign of a mountain there. Mountain, what mountain?

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    #46

    There Was A Blizzard Last Night So We Decided To Check On Our Car

    There Was A Blizzard Last Night So We Decided To Check On Our Car

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    SobyKay
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey car! You doing okay? Right blinker once for yes. Left for no.

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    #47

    Mother Nature Decided That This BMW Should Be A Convertible

    Mother Nature Decided That This BMW Should Be A Convertible

    Massive storm with high winds uprooted a bunch of trees yesterday.

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    Stephen Musial
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful cherry lumber that would have some amazing figuring if milled properly.

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    #48

    In Iceland - Restaurant Had A Broken Door During A Severe Snow Storm

    In Iceland - Restaurant Had A Broken Door During A Severe Snow Storm

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    #49

    When You Are Flooded, And Don't Wanna Get Electrocuted, But Hopeful

    When You Are Flooded, And Don't Wanna Get Electrocuted, But Hopeful

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    C C
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I swear, it doesn't matter where I live, all I know is that my next house will be built on stilts bc of flooding

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    #50

    Hurricane Irma Eroded Away The Dune This Pine Tree Was Growing On. Talbot Island State Park, Nassau Co., Florida

    Hurricane Irma Eroded Away The Dune This Pine Tree Was Growing On. Talbot Island State Park, Nassau Co., Florida

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    BeardedVulture
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sooo, if the sand is gone, what do we now stick our heads into to pretend climate change isn’t real?

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    #51

    Colorado Got Hit By A Mild Hail Storm

    Colorado Got Hit By A Mild Hail Storm

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    #53

    Chilling In The Bathroom With My Parents And Cat During A Tornado Warning

    Chilling In The Bathroom With My Parents And Cat During A Tornado Warning

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    It Was Supposed To Be My Income For The Next 2 Months. All Were Destroyed Last Night After A Storm. Before vs. After

    It Was Supposed To Be My Income For The Next 2 Months. All Were Destroyed Last Night After A Storm. Before vs. After

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    #55

    Traveled To Norway From Florida, Spent 4 Hours Climbing Pulpit Rock In 40-Degree Weather With Rain To Be Blessed With This

    Traveled To Norway From Florida, Spent 4 Hours Climbing Pulpit Rock In 40-Degree Weather With Rain To Be Blessed With This

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    Mrs S
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Expecting the sky to part and acknowledge your efforts??

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    #56

    Nearly One Month After Finally Repairing My House From Hurricane Laura, One Of The Worst Rainstorms In 50 Years Hit My Town And Filled My House With Water

    Nearly One Month After Finally Repairing My House From Hurricane Laura, One Of The Worst Rainstorms In 50 Years Hit My Town And Filled My House With Water

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    #57

    The Wind Is Pretty Strong In Texas Today

    The Wind Is Pretty Strong In Texas Today

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    #58

    My Brother With His Mouth Open In A Dust Storm. I Never Told Him, But He's My Hero

    My Brother With His Mouth Open In A Dust Storm. I Never Told Him, But He's My Hero

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    #59

    Record Flooding In Seoul, South Korea. 336 Mm/13 In Of Rain In A Day

    Record Flooding In Seoul, South Korea. 336 Mm/13 In Of Rain In A Day

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    #60

    An Australian Man Goes Shopping For Essential Groceries (Beer) During Flooding And Severe Storms

    An Australian Man Goes Shopping For Essential Groceries (Beer) During Flooding And Severe Storms

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    #61

    Atlasjet A320 Radom And Windshield Seriously Damaged By Hail At Istanbul

    Atlasjet A320 Radom And Windshield Seriously Damaged By Hail At Istanbul

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    #62

    First Day Of Spring Break And The Weather Is Looking Great

    First Day Of Spring Break And The Weather Is Looking Great

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    #63

    We Had A Little Wind Yesterday. Time To Dig Out

    We Had A Little Wind Yesterday. Time To Dig Out

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    #64

    Storms Damaged Helicopters In Norfolk Base

    Storms Damaged Helicopters In Norfolk Base

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    #65

    Oregon Coast During The Wildfires, Raining Ash

    Oregon Coast During The Wildfires, Raining Ash

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    carlita
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    About this time last year there were a lot of fires on the west coast and the sky looked like this for days.

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    #66

    Drove Across Half Of The US To Witness The Majesty Of The Grand Canyon

    Drove Across Half Of The US To Witness The Majesty Of The Grand Canyon

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    #67

    Side Of House Impaled By Trampoline After Severe Weather

    Side Of House Impaled By Trampoline After Severe Weather

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    #68

    St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. 75+ Cm Of Snow In Less Than 24 Hours. We Can Barely See The Top Of Our Honda Civic To The Right Of Our Truck

    St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. 75+ Cm Of Snow In Less Than 24 Hours. We Can Barely See The Top Of Our Honda Civic To The Right Of Our Truck

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    Glen Ellyn
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can only imagine how much time it took to dig out.

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    #69

    My Dad Planted This Palm When I Was 3. I'm 33 Now. Two Days Of -2° Temperatures In Texas Broke It And Every Other Palm We Had

    My Dad Planted This Palm When I Was 3. I'm 33 Now. Two Days Of -2° Temperatures In Texas Broke It And Every Other Palm We Had

    To add insult to injury, one of the -2° days was my dad's birthday.

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    #70

    Crazy Weather Golfball Size Hail Storm

    Crazy Weather Golfball Size Hail Storm

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    #71

    Blizzard Peeled The Roof Of My Friend's Work

    Blizzard Peeled The Roof Of My Friend's Work

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    grotesqueer
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks so strange! Like the roof was soft/flexible like a gym mat or something.

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    #72

    Hurricane Irma Sucked All Of The Water Out Of My Canal In Naples, FL

    Hurricane Irma Sucked All Of The Water Out Of My Canal In Naples, FL

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    #73

    We Are Having A Very Stormy Weather Over Here In Limerick, Ireland. Friend's Van Got Crushed Under A Tree, But Thankfully He Wasn't Injured

    We Are Having A Very Stormy Weather Over Here In Limerick, Ireland. Friend's Van Got Crushed Under A Tree, But Thankfully He Wasn't Injured

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    #74

    Going To Need A Bigger Snowblower

    Going To Need A Bigger Snowblower

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    #75

    Flood Continues In The North Of Yakutia, Russia's Largest And Coldest Territory. Several Villages Are Now Completely Under Water

    Flood Continues In The North Of Yakutia, Russia's Largest And Coldest Territory. Several Villages Are Now Completely Under Water

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    #76

    Car Parked In Underground Parking (P3) Covered In Snow Overnight

    Car Parked In Underground Parking (P3) Covered In Snow Overnight

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    #77

    The Glass In My Lizard's Tank Randomly Exploded In The Middle Of A Thunderstorm

    The Glass In My Lizard's Tank Randomly Exploded In The Middle Of A Thunderstorm

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    Kayla J
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ftr according to the OP on Reddit, the lizard was fine: "Yeah he was completely unphased by it weirdly. Just sat looking at the destruction like what the heck."

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    #78

    16 Years Of Ivy Growth Destroyed In A Single Night Of High Winds. The Entire Brick Wall Was Covered To The Top

    16 Years Of Ivy Growth Destroyed In A Single Night Of High Winds. The Entire Brick Wall Was Covered To The Top

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    Josephine
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Destroyed? Detached you mean? With a bit of help it should be easy to put it back to where it was.

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    #79

    Coworker’s Kids Left The Van Door Open Before A Storm

    Coworker’s Kids Left The Van Door Open Before A Storm

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