Storm Bert Wreaks Havoc Across Britain, Resulting in Casualties and Disruption

Mon Apr 21 2025 18:16:55 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Storm Bert Wreaks Havoc Across Britain, Resulting in Casualties and Disruption

Torrential rainfall and strong winds from Storm Bert create chaos, leaving fatalities and significant travel disruptions in their wake.


At least three lives have been lost as Storm Bert unleashed its fury on Britain this weekend, resulting in widespread flooding, power outages, and rampant travel disruptions. The storm, which began affecting the country on Saturday, brought with it heavy rain and strong winds, leading to more than 150 active flood warnings across England, Wales, and parts of Scotland.

As emergency services responded to mudslides, fallen trees, and road accidents, authorities have cautioned residents in certain areas of Wales to boil their water due to potential contamination concerns. Numerous flights and train services were canceled, particularly affecting travel to and from major London airports like Stansted and Gatwick.

Despite being slated to move away by Monday, the aftermath of Storm Bert is expected to linger, with significant recovery efforts underway to return normalcy to affected regions.

Ali Watkins covers international news and is based in London. Yan Zhuang is a Times reporter in Seoul who reports on breaking news.

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