Storm Éowyn brought powerful winds and heavy rain to parts of the UK, causing significant damage in Cumbria. One homeowner captured the moment a lightning strike ripped the roof off their house, leaving the property in a state of devastation.
Storm Éowyn battered parts of the UK on Friday, unleashing wind gusts that reached a staggering 83 mph (134 km/h) in Cumbria . The storm's ferocious power was captured in a dramatic video showing the moment a lightning strike ripped the roof off a house in Shap, Cumbria . Dave Anderson, who happened to be visiting the property during the storm, described the scene as unbelievable. He recounted an 'almighty flash' followed by 'an enormous bang' within seconds.
The homeowners, though shaken, escaped unharmed. Anderson estimated that 'most of the contents of the loft' would be scattered throughout the village. He detailed the aftermath, describing a scene of devastation with 'slates, loft insulation everywhere, bits of timber.' The detached roof, propelled by the storm's force, tore the chimney off another property and landed in a neighboring garden, which borders train tracks. Fortunately, train services had been canceled due to the severe weather conditions, preventing any potential accidents. Anderson lamented the extent of the damage, stating that the house was 'looking like a total loss.' The lack of a roof left the structure 'very exposed,' as sheets placed over the roof became waterlogged in the subsequent rain. The owners are now staying in a nearby property generously donated to them, and structural engineers and assessors are scheduled to visit this week to assess the damage and determine the next steps
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