Storm Darragh Brings Disruptions Across France and UK With Wind, Snow, and Power Outages

The storm caused widespread travel disruptions, power outages, and severe weather warnings in both countries, with heavy snow forecast in the Pyrenees through Monday.

France experienced wind gusts up to 148 km/h and heavy snowfall in the Pyrenees, prompting orange weather alerts for snow, ice, and wind in several regions.
The storm disrupted rail services across France, with complete train suspensions in Normandy, Brittany, and other regions to ensure safety.
Over 13,000 homes in France and tens of thousands in the UK lost power, with restoration efforts continuing as weather conditions improved slightly on Sunday.
In the UK, wind speeds reached 150 km/h, leading to canceled train and flight services, road closures, and warnings for millions to stay indoors.
Heavy snowfall is expected to continue in the Pyrenees through Monday, with up to 1.5 meters forecast at higher altitudes, increasing avalanche risks.