Storm Éowyn is set to hit the UK, bringing severe winds and heavy rain, causing potential chaos across the country
London: The UK is gearing up for Storm Éowyn, which is expected to unleash some serious winds, possibly reaching 90mph. It’s going to be a wild ride!
People are worried about power outages, travel chaos, and damage to homes. Plus, heavy rain is on the way, so it’s best to stay prepared.
As we kick off the storm season, it’s a good time to look back at some of the worst storms in British history. They’ve really left their mark!
The Great Storm, 1703
Back in 1703, the Great Storm hit and it was no joke. Lasting over a week, it caused devastation, especially in Southern England, with thousands of lives lost.
It wrecked infrastructure, took down trees, and even damaged thousands of chimney stacks in London. The cost of the damage was more than the Great Fire of London!
The Great Blizzard, 1891
Then there was the Great Blizzard in 1891. It brought heavy snow and fierce winds, leaving snow drifts that were taller than people!
Sadly, over 200 lives were lost, along with thousands of animals. The snow didn’t fully melt until June, which is just crazy!
One person wrote about how the storm caught everyone off guard, turning a normal day into chaos. It’s wild to think about how nature can surprise us like that.
The Big Freeze, 1962/63
Fast forward to 1962-63, and we had one of the coldest winters on record. Snow stuck around for over 60 days, and temperatures dropped below -18°C!
People still talk about how bitterly cold it was. Imagine snow piled up 10 or 12 feet deep in the countryside!
The Great Storm, 1987
In 1987, the Great Storm hit and it was a real shocker. Forecasters didn’t see it coming, and it ended up causing 18 deaths.
Winds reached up to 100mph, causing chaos everywhere. Buildings were damaged, and small boats were tossed around like toys!
Storm Ciara, 2020
More recently, Storm Ciara in February 2020 brought torrential rain and winds of 97mph. It left hundreds of thousands without power and caused serious flooding.
People had to evacuate their homes, and the damage was extensive. Over 200 flood warnings were issued, showing just how serious it was.
