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Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025

Storm Éowyn Brings 'Danger to Life' Warnings Across UK and Ireland

Rare red weather warnings issued as 'once in a generation' storm causes widespread disruption and power outages.
The UK and Ireland are grappling with the severe impacts of Storm Éowyn, described as a 'once in a generation' weather event.

The Met Office and Ireland's Met Éireann have issued rare red weather warnings, signifying a danger to life, as the storm brings extreme winds and disruption to millions.

In the Republic of Ireland, record-breaking wind speeds of one hundred fourteen miles per hour were recorded at Mace Head, marking the highest gust ever registered in the country.

Over seven hundred thousand homes and businesses are without power, with significant damage reported across affected regions.

Northern Ireland and central Scotland are under red warnings, with winds exceeding one hundred miles per hour in some areas.

Schools have been closed, public transport services suspended, and residents urged to stay indoors.

ScotRail has canceled all train services for Friday, and major disruptions are expected across air travel, with hundreds of flight cancellations reported at Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Belfast airports.

Amber weather warnings for wind are in effect across North Wales, Northern England, and the rest of Scotland, with yellow warnings for rain and wind covering most of the UK. Authorities have cautioned against all non-essential travel and advised residents to prepare for power outages and potential debris.

In Northern Ireland, nearly one hundred thousand homes are without electricity, and the region's police have classified the storm as a major incident.

Emergency services have advised residents to charge devices, stock up on essentials, and check on vulnerable neighbors.

The storm has caused significant damage to infrastructure, with fallen trees, power lines, and debris reported across affected regions.

Ferry services to the Scottish islands have been suspended, and major road closures are in place.

The Royal Meteorological Society has emphasized the severity of the storm, with its Chief Executive, Professor Liz Bentley, warning of widespread impacts and the highest risk to life from flying debris and structural damage.

The storm is expected to continue affecting the UK and Ireland through Saturday, with authorities closely monitoring its progress and coordinating relief efforts.
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