11 People Rescued From Ship As Storm Angus Hits The UK

Storm Angus caused significant disruption in the UK, with heavy rain leading to flooding in Devon and Somerset, and strong winds causing havoc at sea. Emergency services were busy managing incidents, including a major rescue operation after a cargo vessel collided with a barge. The UK is bracing for more severe weather in the coming days.

What was the primary cause of the initial impact in the southwest during Storm Angus?

• Heatwave

• Earthquake

• Torrential rain

• Heavy snowfall

Which two counties were significantly affected by the storm, requiring emergency services to respond to numerous incidents?

• Kent and Sussex

• Devon and Somerset

• Cornwall and Dorset

• Lancashire and Yorkshire

What was the main cause of havoc during the storm, as mentioned in the second section?

• Landslides

• Snowstorm

• Flooding

• Strong winds

Why were cross-channel ferries suspended during the storm?

• Lack of passengers

• Fuel shortage

• Technical issues

• Safety concerns due to choppy waves

What event triggered a major rescue operation involving air, land, and sea services?

• A passenger ship sinking

• A fishing boat capsizing

• A cargo vessel colliding with a barge

• A yacht running aground