Kate Garraway reveals garden was destroyed in storm Herminia after struggling to pay ‘excessive debt’
KATE Garraway has shared the devastation left behind in her garden after Storm Herminia.
Storm Herminia is moving in from Europe, bringing the threat of flooding and causing disruption to transport across the country, halting flights and National Rail services in the process, and causing power outages in Ireland.
On Sunday morning, Kate shared her garden looking wrecked after the storm, revealing a tree sized plant had been destroyed across the night.
However, she determined to stay positive, revealing plans to sort the situation out herself.
She wrote alongside the video: “Had a heck of a day trying to sort out storm damage – I know it’s nothing compared to what many are facing so not complaining.”
“Lost a tree height pyracantha which had glorious orange beeriesin autumn and dainty white flowers in spring,” she continued.
“Still needs more chain saw action but am hoping life will spring back at the roots.
“Very proud of my fence mend though ( on the left ) using old fencing from elsewhere . Something satisfying about being out in the fresh air though (even if it was grey and raining) and now ready for a hot bath and bed.
“Hope everyone has had a great Sunday. ”
Fans of the star have shared messages of support, cheering Kate on as she tackled the garden herself.
“Nature is a wonderful thing bounces right back,” wrote one.
“Oh my! As if we had nothing else to do.good luck. X” said a second.
A third wrote: “I’m pleased that you and your family are safe! It’s a pity about the tree, but you did a great job Kate! Have a well deserved rest now! ”
While a fourth noted: “It will grow back stronger Kate – it’s in the garraways garden you’ve done a cracking job ”
Others shared their empathy that she was having to deal with it by herself, writing: “I think it’s less about the amount of damage, it’s more about you having to deal with it on your own. Hope you get it sorted and get lots of help x”
The latest incident is the newest blow for Kate, who has openly discussed her financial troubles after the death of husband, Derek Draper, last year.
At the beginning of this year, Kate grilled Health Secretary Wes Streeting on Good Morning Britain after Labour today announced social care reforms may not be delivered until 2028.
Revealing she was in ‘excessive debt’ as a result of providing care for Derek – who needed help round-the-clock as he dealt with devastating complications from Covid, she asked why it was taking so long so many people in the country are struggling.
Garraway – whose care bill for her late spouse amounted to £800K – confronted Streeting on the anniversary of Derek’s death.
“I am lucky, I’ve got an incredible job which pays well, but I was having to fund the situation,” she said.
“Now I’ve got excessive, unpayable debt because of it.
“And if I am in that position, what else are people going to be? People cant afford four more years of this.”