Summary
- The UK is bracing for Storm Ashley, the first named storm of the season, which is expected to bring rain and winds of up to 80mph.
- Weather warnings are in place across Ireland and parts of the UK, with potential impacts including power cuts, damage to buildings, and travel disruption.
- The most severe impacts are forecasted along Scotland’s west coast and the Hebrides, where an amber warning for strong winds has been issued.
- Flood warnings have also been issued in various areas across the UK.