Tourists search for shelter as Storm Niklas strikes in Berlin March 31, 2015. One of the strongest storm fronts in years hit Germany on Tuesday, as Storm Niklas uncovered roofs, toppled scaffolding and caused severe disruption to rail services. REUTERS/Hannibal Hanschke
HAMBURG (Reuters) - At least four people were killed on Tuesday when hurricane-force winds lashed northern Europe in one of the most severe storms in years, forcing flights to be cancelled and disrupting road, train and marine traffic.
The Dutch meteorological office issued a red warning for the northern and coastal provinces of the low-lying Netherlands, as gusts of up to 120 kph (75 mph) caused damage estimated at several million euros.
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