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Christmas Day Chaos: Coastguard Searches Amid Severe Weather

12/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Police were called at 10am on Christmas Day, 2025, to Budleigh Salterton beach in Devon.
Several people were safely brought ashore for assessment.
Coastguard and RNLI crews continue the search and urge the public to avoid the water.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds of 45–65 mph.
Christmas Day in the UK is expected to be cold and windy with near-freezing temperatures.

History

Historical Context

The Great Storm of 1987 struck southern England on October 15, causing 22 fatalities and extensive damage, with winds reaching 115 mph. This violent extratropical cyclone uprooted 15 million trees and disrupted infrastructure, particularly in Greater London and Kent. The storm's impact led to significant improvements in weather forecasting, emphasizing the ongoing need for preparedness against severe weather events in vulnerable coastal areas.

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Story summary

Police were called at 10am on Christmas Day, 2025, to Budleigh Salterton beach in Devon.
Several people were safely brought ashore for assessment.
Coastguard and RNLI crews continue the search and urge the public to avoid the water.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds of 45–65 mph.
Christmas Day in the UK is expected to be cold and windy with near-freezing temperatures.

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