United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the): Violent Wind: 2002/10/27
GLIDE: ST-2002-000671-GBR
| Period | 2002/10/27 |
|---|---|
| Country or District | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) |
| Event Type | Violent Wind |
| Outline | Strong winds hit Britain and Europe's North Sea coast Sunday, killing six people, damaging buildings and disrupting rail, air and sea travel. |
| Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Human Impact | Physical Impact | Others |
| CNN News 2002/10/29 | ||
| Dead: 34 people (in Europe) In Britain, at least 7 people (including 3 children) |
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Report/Articles
BBc news 2002/10/29
At a glance: Storms lash UK
BBC news 2002/10/29
Thousands face storm blackout
CNN News 2002/10/29
A fierce storm pummelled Europe with deadly gale-force winds, killing up to 34 people and leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity.
CNN News 2002/10/27
Thirteen people have died and millions of dollars worth of damage has been incurred as gales lashed the UK and the rest of northern Europe.
BBC news 2002/10/28
At least twenty-one people have been killed after gale force winds left a trail of destruction across the UK and north west Europe.
ABC news 2002/10/27
Six Killed by Wind in British Storm
Pictures
BBC news pictures 2002/10/28
Picture gallery: Effects of the storm
BBC news 2002/10/27
In pictures: Gales batter Britain