Parts of the United Kingdom have been affected by severe floods after Storm Bert made landfall on 22 November 2024, bringing over 100mm of rain to some areas.
On 24 November, authorities had issued over 100 flood alerts across the country as wind gusts reached over 120 km/h in coastal areas and 104 km/h inland. The storm has led to at least five casualties and caused power outages and disruptions to roads and railway lines.
This Sentinel-1 image acquired on 24 November 2024 shows the flooded areas near the towns of Langport, Bridgwater, and Yeovil in England in red tones.
The Copernicus Sentinel satellites deliver key data for monitoring and delineating the extent of areas affected by floods, supporting local decision-making during emergencies.
Featured image credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-1 imagery
