Monty Don's Home Hit by Storm Darragh

Flooding and Power Outage

Monty Don, the beloved BBC Two presenter of Gardeners' World, found himself with no power and surrounded by flooding after Storm Darragh battered his home. Fans sent their support as he shared the alarming situation on social media.

A Battle Against the Elements

Monty, 69, took to Instagram to showcase the impact of the storm on his Longmeadow estate. He posted photos of the flooding close to his home and his efforts to stay warm with a roaring fireplace and candles due to the power outage.

Fans Express Concern

Supportive fans flooded Monty's posts with messages of concern and well wishes. While some admired the cosy atmosphere of his home, others expressed worry about the damage the storm might have caused to his beloved gardens.

Recuperating After Hospital Dash

This ordeal comes after Monty's recent hospitalization, which forced him to cancel speaking engagements. After being admitted to A&E and spending a few days in the hospital, he is now back home, focusing on recovering and hoping to return to full fitness soon.

Episodes of Gardeners' World can be streamed on BBC iPlayer for those missing Monty's green-fingered expertise.