Historical Events tagged with "ophelia"

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Natural Disasters

Storm Ophelia Causes Destruction in U.K. and Ireland

October 16th, 2017 7 years ago

Storm Ophelia, a powerful post-tropical cyclone, struck the U.K. and Ireland, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain. The storm led to widespread destruction, including fallen trees, roof damage, and power outages affecting over 360,000 homes. Schools closed and public transport was heavily disrupted as authorities urged people to stay indoors. Emergency services worked tirelessly to clear roads and restore power in the aftermath of this severe weather event.

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