Storm Henk Tears Through Greenwich: Scaffolding Crashes Down
Storm Chaos Unleashed in Greenwich
Storm Henk battered Greenwich on January 2, ripping scaffolding off a building on Creek Road. The dramatic collapse was caught on camera, showing debris crashing to the pavement as fierce winds tore through the area.
Video Goes Viral Amid Amber Warning
The shocking footage, shared on social platform X, zoomed past 4,500 views. The caption read: “Storm Henk is doing his rounds and causing chaos in Greenwich.” The scene unfolded during a Met Office amber weather warning for strong winds across south London, which lasted until 8 pm that evening.
Met Office Warns of Gale Force Gusts
The Met Office forecast gusts up to 70 mph, with inland winds sustained between 40 and 50 mph. Torrential rain slammed the region too, reducing road visibility and ramping up the danger.
Storm Briefly Subsides Before Winds Linger
By late afternoon, Storm Henk eased a little, bringing clearer skies and occasional showers. But the blustery weather stuck around, with strong winds forecast to persist into the evening.
