Storm brings strong winds to northern Europe, killing 2 people and disrupting transport

A storm in northern Europe causes heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding on the North Sea coast. Two people are killed by falling trees in Belgium and the Netherlands. A woman dies after being struck by a tree in the Dutch town of Wilp. The Christmas market in Oudenaarde is canceled due to a 20-meter Christmas tree collapsing. Pre-Christmas rail travelers in Germany face disruptions. The Elbe River in Hamburg floods streets. The Maeslantkering storm barrier closes for the first time. The Norwegian cruise ship MS Maud temporarily loses power.A storm in northern Europe causes heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding on the North Sea coast. Two people are killed by falling trees in Belgium and the Netherlands. A woman dies after being struck by a tree in the Dutch town of Wilp. The Christmas market in Oudenaarde is canceled due to a 20-meter Christmas tree collapsing. Pre-Christmas rail travelers in Germany face disruptions. The Elbe River in Hamburg floods streets. The Maeslantkering storm barrier closes for the first time. The Norwegian cruise ship MS Maud temporarily loses power.