Aftermath of Storm Darragh: Disruption in Somerset

Storm Darragh continues to generate disruption within Somerset. During the past weekend, the storm traversed the UK, bringing significant winds and heavy rainfall, which resulted in fallen trees, interrupted travel, and event cancellations. Wind gusts exceeded 90 miles per hour (144km p/h) in regions near the River Severn’s mouth. The storm’s impact persists in the region, with certain residences still experiencing power outages and residents commencing the removal of downed trees. Mark Small, a local resident, documented how the storm’s force sculpted the grass on a fence near Blue Gate, Simonsbath, into a “waffles” pattern. On Sunday morning, community members in Kingston St Mary collaborated to remove fallen trees that were obstructing the primary road connecting Taunton and the Quantock Hills. A resident whose property is adjacent to the downed trees stated: “I attempted to clear the tree until midnight when my wife asked me to come in. These are the worst winds I have seen in the Quantock Hills since October 1987.” For updates, follow BBC Somerset on Facebook and X. Story submissions can be sent via email or WhatsApp at 0800 313 4630. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external websites and provides information regarding its approach to external linking.