"Storm Pia wreaks havoc on UK holiday travel with unexpected strikes and travel chaos"
TL;DR
Storm Pia caused high winds in the UK, leading to flight cancellations, train service suspensions, and ferry disruptions. Additionally, a surprise strike by French workers shut down Eurostar trains between London and Paris. The storm is expected to move eastward, causing similar travel disruptions in northern Europe. Despite the chaos, the strong winds helped generate a record amount of electricity in the UK.
- Strong winds from Storm Pia disrupt holiday travel in the UK as Eurostar hit by unexpected strike The Associated Press
- Why is it so windy? Christmas travel warnings revealed for Storm Pia Evening Standard
- Storm Pia: Video shows Aer Lingus plane battling 50mph crosswinds in Birmingham landing Sky News
- Travel chaos in the UK as strong winds from Storm Pia disrupt holiday travel just days before Christmas New York Post
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