Storm Darragh is set to bring severe weather conditions including heavy rain, strong winds, and snow to Britain over the weekend. The Met Office has issued wind warnings across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and parts of Scotland, with potential risks to life and property leading to cancellations of holiday events.
Storm Darragh will hit Britain from this afternoon, bringing over two inches of rain, 80mph wind gusts, and snow over a 39-hour period across the weekend. The Met Office has issued warnings for high winds affecting England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and parts of Scotland, with an amber warning for strong winds along the west coast. The storm poses a significant risk to life and property, leading to cancellations of Christmas events nationwide.
Earlier, a 'mini tornado' in Staffordshire and a flight forced to turn back due to lightning have highlighted the severity of the weather conditions. Darragh has also caused disruptions at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and road closures in Devon due to flooding
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