Second day of disruption expected after Storm Floris batters Scotland and Ireland

WorldEnvironment
5 Aug 2025 • 2:12 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Storm Floris caused widespread disruption across Scotland and Ireland on Monday, with wind gusts reaching up to 82mph, leading to fallen trees and power lines.
  • More than 53,000 homes in Scotland and Ireland experienced power outages as a direct result of the severe weather conditions.
  • Transport networks were significantly affected, with all rail lines north of Scotland's Central Belt closed, over 150 flights cancelled, and the majority of western Scotland ferry services suspended.
  • Notable incidents included two flights to Inverness and Aberdeen being forced to turn back, resulting in 900-mile 'flights to nowhere', and campervans being blown over on the A87 in Skye.
  • Disruption to rail and ferry services is anticipated to continue into Tuesday, with some ferry routes potentially affected until Wednesday.

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