Derby Day Thunderstorm

Met Office1911-05-31/1911-05-31

Met Office
Exeter, United Kingdom

On 31 May 1911 severe thunderstorms affected the London area causing flash floods and severe disruption to public transport. One particular thunderstorm interrupted the Derby horse racing event on Epsom Downs. 17 people were killed along with 4 horses.

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Title: Derby Day Thunderstorm
Creator: Met Office
Date Created: 1911-05-31/1911-05-31
Location Created: National Meteorological Archive
Physical Dimensions: JPEG
Rights: Crown Copyright

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