Storm Kathleen Unleashes Chaos: Flooding Spurs Evacuations and Rescues in West Sussex
April 10, 2024Storm Kathleen and River Arun overflow cause severe flooding in Littlehampton, West Sussex.
Evacuation of over 200 people from Medmerry Holiday Park, with one individual hospitalized.
Local authorities have described the situation as 'scary and unprecedented', advising residents to seek higher ground.
Environment Agency has issued multiple flood warnings and alerts nationwide.
Met Office has released several yellow weather warnings for wind and rain, indicating travel disruptions.
Beach huts in Falmouth, Cornwall swept away by high winds and waves, with ongoing rescue operations.
Summary based on 9 sources
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The Guardian • Apr 9, 2024
Storm Kathleen: rescue operations as River Arun overflows in West SussexThe Independent • Apr 9, 2024
West Sussex floods - live: Holiday park evacuated and homes underwater as frantic rescue operation launchedThe Independent • Apr 9, 2024
West Sussex flooding: Holiday park evacuated as River Arun bursts banks and sparks ‘get to high ground’ warningEvening Standard • Apr 9, 2024
Flooding hits West Sussex after river bursts its banks during Storm Kathleen