Brace yourself—Storm Ingrid is raging! 🌊💨 In a dramatic turn of events, a train gliding along the scenic route through Dawlish, Devon, had an unexpected encounter with flying debris, thanks to stormy seas. The force was so intense that it shattered a train window and left passengers in shock!
Friday’s weather threw everything at us, with a rare black alert announced as the wind whipped up waves as high as 12ft along the coast. The result? A temporary closure of the railway until further notice, with suspended services causing major travel disruptions. 🚆
The weather front has brought fierce winds crashing into the Devon coastline, creating a “significant risk” of water breaching the Dawlish sea wall. Network Rail and Greater Western Railway are on high alert, working hard to ensure everyone stays safe.
But it’s not just the southwest feeling Ingrid’s wrath. As predicted by Met Office’s Andy Page, the entire UK has been caught in a wild wave of relentless rain and blasts of wind. Scotland is seeing snowy peaks, while Wales and southwestern England face heavy downpours and winds powerful enough to knock your socks off! 🌧️🌬️
A flood alert chimes for the Welsh coastline, with the Pembrokeshire stretch on high watch. Natural Resources Wales has flagged the “combination of high tides and weather” as a big concern. Stay cautious folks; the storm has already drizzled on our parade all week, so the risk is real!
The yellow weather warning for rain continues, easing off slightly by Saturday morning. Yet, keep those umbrellas ready—more wet, windy wonders await! Saturday’s forecast teases us with the possibility of gales and a max temp of 9°C.
Till then, stay safe, stay dry, and keep an eye on those skies! 🌧️✨ #StormIngrid #WeatherAlert #UKStorm #StaySafe