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In Pictures: Storm Imogen causes destruction in Britain

February 10, 2016 1:16 PM |

Storm Imogen

In the image above we can see waves hitting a Harbour wall in Newhaven, East Sussex.

Storm Imogen has been causing havoc in Wales, South West England and adjoining areas with gusty winds and torrential downpours. The weather remained unsettled from Sunday night into Monday evening.

About 19,000 homes and business institutions across the South West of England remained without power on Tuesday.

Click here to read the story, Wrath of Storm Imogen not yet over

Travel disruption in terms of rail delays and road closures was witnessed across the southern parts of U.K. Several flights were also delayed due to flooding and strong winds.

Collosal waves Imogen

Image credit - Joe Giddens

In the image above, we can see waves crashing over the sea wall at Porthcawl in Wales.

A couple was taking pictures of the wild weather at South Quay in Newquay, at about 4 pm on Tuesday. They were taken aback when a colossal wave came and knocked them down. The woman landed in a boat on the quay and suffered multiple head injuries and a broken arm. Her partner was saved from falling into the Harbour.
Storm Imogen

Image credit - Robert Taylor

Many Cornwall schools were closed due to power cuts and the damages caused by the storm. Several people were injured by falling trees.
Storm imogen damages

Image credit - Suemaddern

In the image below, the historic Brighton Pier is seen hit by waves.

Storm Imogen

Image credit - Gerry Penny

The 10-day long stormy period in Britain began with Storm Gertrude, followed by Henry and then Imogen. Stormy weather will now take a backseat in UK. The next spell of storms will track farther south, bringing heavy showers into France and Spain through this weekend.

Featured Image credit - Dailymail UK
Main Image credit - Carl Court






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