I’m A Celebrity star Christine Hamilton’s home in Hullavington, Wiltshire, fell victim to severe flooding caused by Storm Bert, leaving her kitchen submerged in water. Mrs. Hamilton, known for her appearance on the first series of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! in 2002, took to social media to share the distressing ordeal. Her husband, Neil Hamilton, a former Tory MP and leader of UKIP, was captured in a video bailing water out of their home for three hours on Sunday evening to mitigate the flooding.
Describing the flooding as the worst she had experienced in two decades, Mrs. Hamilton recounted the challenges they faced in trying to stem the deluge. Despite their efforts, water continued to rise inside their property, with two inches flooding the back kitchen. The couple’s situation was exacerbated by the inability of friends to reach them with a pump due to the widespread floods in the area.
Footage shared on social media showed the extent of the flooding, with water breaching their home as Mr. Hamilton used a dustpan in a desperate attempt to control the flow. Mrs. Hamilton’s narration in the video captured the escalating crisis and their struggle to keep the water at bay. Despite the adversity, Mrs. Hamilton acknowledged their relatively fortunate position compared to others in more dire circumstances due to the relentless rain and waterlogged ground leading to the influx of water into their home.
Storm Bert wreaked havoc across the UK, with hundreds of homes submerged, roads turned into rivers, and gusts exceeding 80mph over the weekend. The Hamiltons’ experience is a stark reminder of the destructive power of natural disasters and the resilience required to face such challenges. Despite the damage caused, Mrs. Hamilton expressed gratitude for their safety and the support of their community during this trying time.
As Storm Bert’s impact continues to be felt across the country, with widespread flooding and travel disruptions, the Hamiltons’ story serves as a testament to the strength and determination shown by individuals in the face of adversity. The outpouring of support and solidarity in times of crisis highlights the importance of community cohesion and mutual aid. As the cleanup and recovery efforts begin, the Hamiltons and others affected by the storm will be supported by local authorities and emergency services in restoring normalcy to their lives.