Storm Boelo: warnings in place in Scotland, Northern Ireland and north of England as high winds batter UK

A second named storm in days has lashed parts of the UK overnight, with exposed coastal areas experiencing gusts of up to 80mph. The Met Office has issued amber warnings for high winds, urging those in affected regions to remain indoors as Storm Boelo brings widespread disruption. Northern England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland have been hardest hit, following similar conditions from Storm Austen just days earlier. Authorities are advising caution as wind speeds reach between 60 and 70mph in vulnerable zones.

Met Office reports gusts of 80mph in exposed coastal spots and advises people in affected areas to stay indoorsStrong winds have battered Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England overnight as Storm Boelo hit the UK.It was the second named storm in as many days, after Storm Austen brought strong winds to parts of the UK on Friday. The Met Office said wind speeds reached 60-70mph, affecting areas in an amber warning zone that came into force at 9pm on Saturday. Continue reading...