The fire danger rating in South Australia reached catastrophic level on Wednesday, with gale force winds from former Tropical Cyclone Christine creating challenging conditions. (abc.net.au)
The wind that bears its name blows across the Mediterranean and can change from benign calm to gale force in an instant. (maserati.com)
We've faced the depths of the Depression, we've stared down the hateful destruction of terrorists, we've endured the ferocity of gale force winds and surging tides, and each and every time, New Yorkers have faced seemingly insurmountable obstacles with grit and determination and an unyielding commitment to one another and we have — always — prevailed. (manhattantimesnews.com)