Storm Isha Causes Chaos in the UK: Thousands Without Power and Disrupted Transportation
Storm Isha has wreaked havoc in the United Kingdom, causing widespread chaos and disruption. What sets this storm apart is that the amber and yellow warnings cover the entire country, whereas usually they are more localized. The wind speeds have been recorded at astonishing levels, with gusts reaching up to 107 miles per hour at Tay Bridge near Dundee. Northumberland experienced gusts of 99 miles per hour, while Caernarfon in North Wales saw winds of 90 miles per hour. The Needles in the Isle of Wight, located on the south coast, recorded gusts of 86 miles per hour.
The aftermath of Storm Isha has left thousands of homes without power across the country. The island of Ireland has been hit the hardest, with around 200,000 homes experiencing power outages. Northern Ireland had 45,000 homes and businesses without power at dawn, while Scotland reported 50,000 homes initially, with some already regaining power. Additionally, over 10,000 homes in Northern England lost power overnight. The heavy rain that accompanied the storm, combined with the melting snow from the previous week, has resulted in numerous flood warnings. Scotland has 50 flood warnings, England has 30, and Wales has 5.
Transportation has been severely affected by the storm, with train services experiencing significant disruptions. In Scotland, no trains were running in the morning, and efforts are being made to restore services. Northern England faced similar issues, with no trains running north of Newcastle in the morning, and severe delays expected throughout the day. The Humber Bridge has been closed to high-sided vehicles, and roads in southwest England have also been impacted. Social media has been flooded with videos showing the extent of the storm's impact, including a greenhouse blown onto railway tracks and treacherous conditions along harbors and coastlines.
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21 янв 2024