Canary Islands storm triggers power outage in tourist hotspot while Tenerife hit with snow

A severe storm has triggered a massive power outage across the Canary Islands, specifically impacting the tourist hotspot of La Palma. The weather event brought strong winds, frequent lightning, and torrential rainfall, which caused electricity and telephone lines to fail. Meanwhile, Tenerife has been hit with snow. These conditions have left several British holiday destinations in the dark, disrupting the region typically known for its sunny weather and stable climate during the winter season.