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Storm Darragh has caused challenging conditions for pilots landing at London's Heathrow Airport, with gusts reaching 50 mph. Despite the difficult conditions, pilots managed to land safely, although some had to abort and retry. The storm has resulted in at least one death and power outages affecting 600,000 people across the UK and Ireland, with winds reaching up to 93 mph in some areas.
Storm Henk has triggered over 300 flood warnings across the UK, including a 'danger to life' warning, as winds up to 100mph cause widespread travel chaos and power outages. Major roads and parts of the railway network are closed due to flooding, with 100,000 homes still without power. The storm has also led to injuries, with a woman hospitalized after being struck by a tree. Commuters face continued disruption, and services like Christmas at Kew have been canceled due to the severe weather conditions.
Storm Henk has caused severe weather conditions across England and Wales, leading to 81mph winds, power outages affecting 38,000 customers, travel disruptions with rail warnings and road flooding, and non-life-threatening injuries due to a falling tree. Over 290 flood warnings and 360 flood alerts are in place, with the storm expected to move into northern mainland Europe by Wednesday. The storm's naming was delayed due to its small size and late development.
The Met Office has issued a wind warning for parts of England and Wales on New Year's Eve, with gusts up to 75mph expected in some areas, potentially disrupting transport and festivities. Revellers are advised to wear rain jackets due to squally showers, hail, and possible thunder. While Scotland, particularly Edinburgh, is forecasted to remain dry for Hogmanay celebrations, the south of the UK should see drier conditions on New Year's Day. Temperatures will be cooler, and showers may persist into the morning of the new year.
The UK is facing severe weather conditions on New Year's Eve with 75mph gales and heavy rain prompting the Met Office to issue a yellow weather warning for wind across the southern coastline and parts of Wales. The extreme weather has already caused flooding and travel chaos, including the disruption of Eurostar services affecting 30,000 passengers. Revellers are advised to be cautious as the conditions could lead to power cuts and further travel difficulties.
Eurostar train services between London and continental Europe were canceled on Saturday, December 30, 2023, due to a flooded tunnel under the River Thames, affecting hundreds of travelers' holiday plans. The disruption, caused by heavy rain and strong winds from Storm Gerrit, left passengers stranded at St. Pancras International in London and Gare du Nord in Paris. Engineers reported unprecedented water levels in the tunnel but noted that water levels were reducing. The cancellation came amidst a period of stormy weather in the UK, with more high winds and rain forecasted, and followed recent disruptions due to a strike by Eurotunnel staff. Eurostar apologized for the inconvenience during the festive season.
Eurostar cancelled all train services from London to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam on Saturday due to flooding in railway tunnels in southeastern England, affecting thousands of passengers' New Year holiday travel plans. Customers are offered a full refund or exchange, and the cause of the flooding is yet to be determined. This incident follows a recent disruption caused by a strike by French workers before Christmas.
Eurostar has canceled all train services between the UK and Europe due to flooded railway tunnels near London, affecting travelers' plans for New Year's Eve. This disruption, which includes high-speed services from Southwestern Railways, follows a recent strike that also caused significant delays. The UK is facing severe weather conditions, with yellow weather warnings for heavy snow, rain, and strong winds, potentially leading to travel disruptions and power losses.
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for parts of the UK, anticipating winds up to 75mph ahead of New Year's Eve. The warnings follow the recent impact of Storm Gerrit, which caused significant disruption and power outages. With 23 flood warnings and 103 flood alerts in place, the public is advised to travel early to avoid the unsettled weather conditions that include strong winds and heavy rain, potentially affecting New Year celebrations.
Storm Gerrit has caused significant damage across northern UK, with a localized tornado in Greater Manchester leading to the evacuation of around 100 properties and declaring a major incident. The storm brought high winds, heavy snow, and rain, resulting in damaged houses, disrupted train services, and left approximately 14,000 homes without electricity. Workers are attempting to restore power amidst challenging conditions, including 80 mph wind speeds in Scotland. No injuries have been reported despite the severe weather conditions.