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Britain Prepares for Heavy Rain and Winds from Hurricane Erin

Forecasters warn of severe weather as Atlantic storm approaches

20 August 2025 · 00:24 UTC

Britain is bracing for heavy rain and strong winds as Hurricane Erin moves across the Atlantic, according to meteorologists.

The storm, downgraded to a post-tropical system, is expected to bring days of unsettled weather, with flood warnings in parts of the country.

The Met Office advised residents to prepare for potential travel disruption, localized flooding, and hazardous driving conditions.

The storm marks the latest in a series of extreme weather events to hit the region this year.