Storm Éowyn has caused unprecedented disruption across the UK and Ireland, with record-breaking winds leading to power outages, infrastructure damage, and fatalities. Over a million people are without power, and emergency services are overwhelmed.
Storm Eowyn has caused significant disruption across Scotland and Northern Ireland, with record-breaking winds leading to power outages, travel chaos, and tragic fatalities. The Met Office issued rare red weather warnings, highlighting the danger to life from flying debris and structural damage.
Storm Éowyn has left approximately 283,000 customers without power in Northern Ireland due to hurricane-force winds and extensive damage to the electricity network. NIE Networks is working to restore power, but warns it may take significant time. Community assistance centres have been set up to support affected residents.
Storm Éowyn has caused unprecedented disruption across the UK and Ireland, with record-breaking winds leading to widespread power outages, significant infrastructure damage, and tragic fatalities. Authorities urge caution as recovery efforts face further challenges from incoming weather systems.
Storm Éowyn has caused extensive power outages across Scotland, with winds up to 100mph leaving thousands without electricity. Scottish Power is working to restore power amidst challenging conditions, with significant disruptions reported in Dumfries and Galloway. Residents are urged to stay indoors and avoid travel.
Storm Éowyn has caused severe weather conditions across the UK, particularly affecting Northern Ireland and Scotland with wind gusts up to 100mph. The Met Office issued a rare red weather warning, indicating a 'danger to life'. The storm led to widespread disruption, including school closures, public transport suspensions, and thousands of homes without power. Emergency services were overwhelmed with incidents of structural damage and fallen trees. In Scotland, winds exceeded 90mph, causing power outages and travel chaos, with ScotRail cancelling all services and schools closing as a precaution. Coastal flooding and infrastructure damage were also reported. As the storm moves northeast, conditions are easing, but further warnings for snow and ice have been issued for the weekend.
Storm Bert has unleashed a wave of severe weather across the UK and Ireland, including heavy rain, snowfall, and winds exceeding 82 mph. Thousands of homes have lost power, and the storm has been termed a 'multi-hazard event' by meteorologists. Several regions are facing dangerous coastal conditions and significant travel disruptions. The Met Office has issued yellow and amber weather warnings due to the hazardous conditions. A man in Hampshire was killed by a falling tree, while train services in Kent and parts of the South East have been disrupted by fallen trees. Christmas events have also been impacted. In the South West, up to a month’s worth of rain is expected, raising the risk of flooding, with emergency measures in place due to imminent flooding in several areas. Ireland has also faced severe impacts, with a yellow wind warning issued for some counties and over 34,000 homes affected by power outages. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items and stay informed on the latest weather and travel advisories as conditions are expected to worsen further.