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Storm Dave Causes Widespread Damage and Disruptions Across North England

4/5/2026

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Storm Dave caused disruptions in Staffordshire and Greater Manchester on Saturday.
In Kniver, a large tree fell on two houses, leaving two families homeless.
In Greater Manchester, a tree fell onto railway lines, igniting explosions and blocking a train route, causing cancellations and delays.
Network Rail reported ongoing disruptions from damage to overhead electric wires.
Amber wind warnings were issued for parts of northern England and Wales during the storm.

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Storm Dave caused disruptions in Staffordshire and Greater Manchester on Saturday.
In Kniver, a large tree fell on two houses, leaving two families homeless.
In Greater Manchester, a tree fell onto railway lines, igniting explosions and blocking a train route, causing cancellations and delays.
Network Rail reported ongoing disruptions from damage to overhead electric wires.
Amber wind warnings were issued for parts of northern England and Wales during the storm.