Today’s Weather News Bulletin - August 25, 2025

Headline: From tropical threats in Southeast Asia to dust-storm drama at Burning Man, global weather today has delivered extremes and contrasts.

Tropical Alert in Central Vietnam

The Vietnamese National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting issued a severe weather alert as Typhoon Kajiki nears the central coast. Coastal provinces from Thanh Hoa to Quang Tri are bracing for heavy rains, damaging winds, and potential flooding and mudslides beginning today. Residents have been urged to monitor local forecasts and follow official evacuation guidance to mitigate risks.

Dust Storm Disrupts Burning Man

In Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, Burning Man 2025 participants faced a sudden onslaught of 50 mph dust storms, reducing visibility to near zero and causing campsites to collapse. Attendees credited early Starlink satellite alerts with providing crucial warning time to secure tents and check on neighbors, potentially preventing injuries and greater property damage.

Dry, Sunny Start Across the UK

The Met Office morning forecast reported a dry and sunny day for much of the United Kingdom, with mist clearing early and temperatures soaring into the upper 20 °C range in the Midlands and Wales. However, a band of rain is expected to push into Northern Ireland and western Scotland by late afternoon, bringing wetter conditions to those regions.

Windy, Wet, and Cold for Southeast Australia

Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology warned of a windy and wet week ahead for southeast Australia. Today marks the onset of locally damaging wind gusts across South Australia and Victoria, with a severe weather warning in effect for elevated areas and the southeast alpine regions of New South Wales. Temperatures are set to drop markedly, accompanied by widespread showers.

Unseasonably Cool and Dry in West Michigan

FOX 17 WXMI meteorologists reported an unseasonably cool day in West Michigan, with morning lows in the 50 °F range and highs struggling to reach the 60 °Fs-more typical of autumn than late summer. Showers are possible in isolated spots, but the region remains in a precipitation deficit nearly seven inches below average for the year.

Stay tuned for ongoing updates as these weather stories unfold around the globe.