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natural-disasters2 years ago

Storm Ciarán wreaks havoc, leaving destruction and power outages in its wake

A U.K. mother, Jessica O'Reilly, quickly scooped up her baby moments before hurricane-force winds from Storm Ciarán shattered their bedroom window. O'Reilly heard the wind outside her home in St. Clement on Jersey's Channel Islands and instinctively knew something was wrong. She grabbed her baby just in time, and they sought shelter in the hallway until the police arrived. Both mother and baby were unharmed. The island community is now working together to recover from the damages caused by the storm.

via Fox Weather |
#baby#mother#natural-disasters
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Deadly Storm Ravages Europe: Italy Reports Six Fatalities"

Storm Ciaran has caused at least six deaths in central Tuscany, Italy, as heavy rain and high winds continue to sweep through Europe. The storm has resulted in flooding, with rivers bursting their banks and towns and villages being inundated. Climate scientists attribute the heavier rainfall during storms like Ciaran to human-induced climate change. The storm has also caused power outages, disrupted transportation, and led to evacuations in affected areas.

via Al Jazeera English|
#climate-change#flooding#heavy-rain
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Deadly Storm Ciarán Wreaks Havoc in Italy's Tuscany, Leaving Death Toll at Seven"

The death toll in Italy's flood-hit Tuscany has risen to seven, with one person still missing, after rivers burst their banks following torrential rain. The River Arno, which runs through Florence, did not flood as feared, but nearby towns were heavily affected. Storm Ciaran, driven by a powerful jet stream, caused heavy flooding in several countries including Northern Ireland, Britain, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. Around 300 people have been evacuated in Tuscany, and the initial estimated damage is 300 million euros ($322 million). Italy, which is vulnerable to climate change, declared a state of emergency and allocated 5 million euros to assist the affected areas.

via Reuters|
#climate-change#flooding#italy
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Storm Ciaran Unleashes Devastation: Homes Damaged and Flood Warnings Issued"

Aerial images reveal the devastation caused by Storm Ciaran's 104mph tornado winds in the Channel Islands, with roofs blown off, fences ripped apart, and trees toppled. The storm has now moved into the North Sea, but heavy rain and flooding are expected in southern England. The Met Office has issued a 19-hour weather warning for multiple areas. Flood warnings and alerts have been issued across England, Wales, and Scotland. Rail services are disrupted, and power outages have affected thousands of homes. The storm has caused rockfalls and significant damage to coastal areas.

via Daily Mail|
#channel-islands#damage#flooding
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Deadly Storm Ciarán Ravages Italy, Leaving Destruction in its Wake"

Storm Ciarán, a massive storm battering Europe, has caused record-breaking rainfall and deadly flooding across the continent. At least 12 people have been killed, with five deaths reported in Italy alone. The storm dumped nearly 8 inches of rain in a three-hour period, causing rivers to overflow and trapping residents in their homes. The storm is now moving towards southern Italy, while other countries in western Europe, such as Austria, remain on high alert. Climate scientists attribute the storm's intensity to climate change.

via USA TODAY|
#climate-change#europe#flooding
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Storm Ciarán's Deadly Impact: Flooding and Fatalities in Tuscany and Western Europe"

Storm Ciarán has caused severe flooding in Tuscany, Italy, resulting in five deaths and several people missing. Heavy winds and rain led to the River Bisenzio flooding, causing cars to be swept away and people to seek refuge on rooftops. Hospitals were flooded, and the west coast experienced high waves. The storm has caused over 12 deaths across Western Europe, with widespread damage and disruptions to power and transportation.

via BBC.com|
#deaths#emergency#flooding
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Storm Ciarán wreaks havoc across Europe, leaving destruction in its wake"

Storm Ciarán, a powerful storm that hit western Europe, caused damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and widespread destruction. France's northwest coast was particularly affected, with gusts of up to 120 mph and 1.2 million homes losing power. The storm resulted in at least five deaths and disrupted flights, rail services, and schools across the region. Record wind speeds were recorded in France, and the storm set records for storm intensity in England. The storm also impacted Spain, Portugal, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. Another strong storm is expected to hit western France this weekend.

via The Washington Post|
#damage#france#natural-disasters
weather2 years ago

Storm Ciarán's Deadly Path: Devastating Europe with Hurricane-Force Winds and Rain

Storm Ciarán has hit western Europe, causing strong winds, heavy rain, and power outages. France's Atlantic coast experienced winds up to 108 mph, leaving 1.2 million households without electricity. The UK's national weather forecaster warned of flood risks and canceled flights. A truck driver in France was killed by a falling tree. Severe weather warnings were issued along the French coast, and roads and trains were affected. Climate change may be contributing to the intensity of such storms.

via The Weather Channel|
#europe#france#storm-ciaran
weather2 years ago

Tropical Disturbance 97L Threatens Central America with Heavy Rainfall

Tropical disturbance 97L in the central Caribbean has the potential to become a tropical depression or tropical storm late this week, bringing heavy rains to eastern portions of Nicaragua and Honduras this weekend. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Pilar has caused heavy rains in Central America, resulting in one flood death in El Salvador. Additionally, an unusually powerful storm named Ciarán is intensifying as it passes south of Ireland, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the UK and France. Climate change is projected to slightly increase the frequency and amplitude of extratropical cyclones in Europe, leading to potential windstorm damages in the future.

via Yale Climate Connections|
#central-america#disturbance-97l#heavy-rains
weather2 years ago

"Storm Ciarán wreaks havoc in Britain and France, causing damage and insurance concerns"

Storm Ciarán, a rapidly intensifying storm, is set to hit northwest Europe with violent winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding. The storm is expected to particularly impact the UK, France, Spain, Portugal, and other parts of southern and central Europe. It could rank among the strongest storms in the UK's recorded history, with winds gusting between 65 and 80 mph. France faces the risk of a rare "sting jet" with winds gusting 90 to 100 mph. The storm qualifies as a "bomb cyclone" due to its swift strengthening, and a second intense storm is expected to follow over the weekend. Heavy rainfall, snow in the Alps, and widespread winds are also anticipated.

via The Washington Post|
#europe#extreme-weather#flooding