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It may have made for a scary ride for passengers, but Storm Darragh has been a hit with viewers of online airport video streams, with tens of thousands tuning in to watch pilots ace the shocking conditions.

Storm Darragh is a significant weather event affecting the UK, Ireland, and surrounding regions. It has brought strong winds exceeding 120 km/h, heavy rain, and disruption to travel and infrastructure, particularly in the Channel Islands and West Midlands.

Red and amber warnings have been issued, with officials cautioning against risks from debris and flooding. Public events and services have been disrupted or cancelled as a precautionary measure.

Dozens of flights diverted. Some were diverted to as far away as Germany.