Storms wreak havoc across Europe, disrupting power, flights and phones
LONDON: Storms battered northern Europe Sunday, killing a man, cutting power to more than 150,000 homes and disrupting travel and phone networks.
Storms swept through northern Europe on Sunday, causing widespread disruption and loss of life. In Scotland, a man tragically died after a tree fell on him, while a runner in a marathon in northern France suffered an injury when a tree was uprooted during the event. Over 150,000 homes across the region were left without power, with more than 82,000 in Britain, 60,000 in France, and at least 10,000 in Germany affected.
Storms Boelo and Austen passed through the countries within 24 hours of each other, bringing winds of up to 135km per hour in Scotland. The storms knocked down trees and power lines, blocking roads and rail lines, resulting in numerous flight cancellations and diversions at European airports, including Amsterdam's Schiphol. Authorities warned of potential flood risks in certain regions and urged caution due to the increased likelihood of extreme weather events caused by global warming.
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