After Storm Eowyn Leaves UK and Ireland in Chaos with Travel Disruptions and Flight Cancellations, New Cyclone Herminia Looms Ahead

Storm Herminia Brings More Trouble

The Met Office is warning of more travel disruptions and potential flooding, especially in areas already soaked by Eowyn. On higher ground, rain totals could hit 80mm by Monday night. With weakened trees and damaged infrastructure, even a milder storm like Herminia has the potential to cause significant problems.

Communities Rally Amid Widespread Damage

Officials Respond

The aftermath of Storm Eowyn grounded an estimated 1,124 flights across the UK and Ireland on Friday, stranding around 150,000 passengers. Major airports like Dublin, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Heathrow were heavily disrupted. Airlines, including British Airways, Emirates, Air France, and Lufthansa, faced mass cancellations, while some flights were forced to divert mid-air due to dangerous conditions left behind by the storm.

A Tough Few Days Ahead

For now, communities across the UK are bracing for more rain, wind, and disruption. With so much damage already done, Storm Herminia feels like an uninvited guest at the worst possible time. The focus now is on pulling through and supporting one another in the face of relentless challenges.