February 7 edit
2002: A strong windstorm known as the South Valley Surprise struck the Pacific Northwest with no warning due to the rapid deepening of the storm, causing major tree damage across the area.
2009: Record high temperatures and strong, erratic winds contributed to the deadliest wildfires in Australia's history. 3,500 buildings were destroyed, and 173 people were killed.
2017: A strong tornado caused severe damage in New Orleans.