Part of Brighton's West Pier has fallen into the sea as winds of up to 111mph have battered parts of the UK.
In footage obtained by the BBC, one side of the pier is seen collapsing into the water as it is overcome by large waves.
The Met Office has issued several amber warnings for wind across parts of northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, as Storm Austen hits the UK.
Thousands are without power in Cornwall, with National Grid reporting that over 9,000 households have no electricity.
Schools in Guernsey have closed as a safety measure, while ferries to the Isles of Scilly have been suspended.
Drivers and passengers are being warned that falling trees could pose deadly risks and disrupt their journeys as two storms are set to sweep across the UK, bringing winds of up to 80mph and heavy rain.
Exeter Airport has cancelled flights and there are a number of traffic delays near Redruth and Truro, with a number of trees reported to have fallen.
Amber warnings come into force at 9pm on Saturday running until 9pm on Sunday.
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Storms Austen and Boelo
- Part of Brighton West pier collapses
- Thousands without power in Cornwall
- First stormy weather in south of UK this season
- First of two storms brings heavy rain to Ireland
- Guernsey schools closed for safety reasons
- New weather warnings issued for Storm Boelo in Ireland
Watch: TV reporters battered by wind and rain as Storm Austen lashes UK
13:50 , Maryam Zakir-HussainFull list of school closures as Storm Austen batters Britain
13:30 , Maryam Zakir-HussainSchools have been forced to close or open late today as Storm Austen batters the UK with winds reaching 80mph and heavy rain.
Forecasters issued three weather warnings for wind on Friday and a “danger to life” warning along sea fronts and coastal roads due to large waves and thrown beach debris.
An Amber warning for wind is in place across Cornwall and parts of Devon today until 10am.
More than 6,000 homes in Cornwall have been left without power, according to the National Grid and several roads in the county have been closed due to fallen trees and flooding.
Full list of school closures as Storm Austen batters Britain
Amber wind warnings issued for weekend as storms sweep in
13:16 , Maryam Zakir-HussainForecasters have issued an amber alert warning that Scotland could be hit by gusts of up to 80mph this weekend as Storm Boelo sweeps in.
It is expected to hit the country on Saturday, the day after Storm Austen which is bringing heavy rain to many areas on Friday.
A Met Office yellow warning of strong winds over the weekend has now been upgraded to amber for all of mainland Scotland and islands off its west coast later in the day.
It warns of potential danger to life from flying debris as well as a chance of damage to buildings, power cuts and travel disruption.
A yellow warning starts at midday on Saturday but at 6pm the amber alert comes into force, lasting until 9pm on Sunday, with only Orkney remaining under the yellow warning.
The amber alert warns of potential injuries and danger to life from flying debris as well as damage to buildings and trees, travel disruption and power cuts.
GWR provide update after Storm Austen delays multiple train services
12:51 , Joe MiddletonGWR have provided an update this afternoon on a number of services that are delayed or cancelled due to the high winds and disruption caused by Storm Austen
🌬️ Storm Austen - Friday 23 October ⚠️
— GWR (@GWRHelp) October 23, 2026
Strong winds are impacting services across Devon and Cornwall today, Friday 23 October, with an amber weather warning in place. The following routes are currently affected:
⚠️ Penzance - Taunton
⚠️ Exeter St Davids - Okehampton
⚠️ Par -… pic.twitter.com/DDb8VXrKn6
Watch: Burnham warns public to prepare for 'winter of greater flooding'
12:44 , Joe MiddletonWatch: Waves batter Brighton's West Pier
12:33 , Joe MiddletonWatch the moment part of Brighton's West Pier collapses during Storm Austen.
— BBC Sussex (@BBCSussex) October 23, 2026
More here: https://t.co/rtMP71766n pic.twitter.com/zmwuWFcOGQ
Burnham holds emergency summit to learn from UK's summer of wildfires
12:16 , Joe MiddletonAndy Burnham has said a summit held to learn from the summer’s record wildfires is about trying to get Britain “on the front foot” for similar emergencies in the future.
Speaking at the wildfire summit in the North West of England, the Prime Minister said: “I think too often in the past we’ve been playing catch up, and today is trying about trying to get on the front foot and recognise that the summer we’ve just had is likely to be a more regular situation going forward. So make ourselves that bit stronger when it comes to the summer of 2027, and then indeed summers beyond.”
He earlier told reporters: “We lived through a summer that we’ve never seen before, with so many wildfires across the country. Fire and rescue services were stretched, firefighters working extremely difficult conditions, and it was right in that moment to commit to this summit, and today we’re making good on that, but also making some initial steps to improve our response because we will have to plan for summers like this going forward.
“So firstly: better equipment for our firefighters, particularly the PPE, more appropriate to working in very hot summer conditions because it’s very punishing work what they did this summer.
“Secondly, aerial support: so we may see on holiday other countries where there are planes putting water from above on the fires. We believe we need that capability. The Ministry of Defence will be equipping aircraft with that capability, so we’ll be better prepared for summers to come.
“Then thirdly: just better management of the land, so that fire doesn’t get the ability to spread. Those are the early commitments, but the summit will give us more as we go through it today, and people can be sure that we will be even better prepared next summer.”
Burnham: The UK could face a winter of great flooding
11:26 , Joe MiddletonAndy Burnham has warned that the UK could face “a winter of greater flooding” as two named storms are expected to bring disruption across the country this weekend.
The Prime Minister was asked if the Government was playing catch-up with civil preparedness as he attended a summit organised to learn from the summer’s record wildfires.
Mr Burnham told reporters: “No, we are having the conversation with people about being better prepared because we’re living in a world where unexpected events seem to be becoming more and more common.
“Obviously weather events – and we’re in a situation today where the UK is facing storms, and obviously we feel for the people without power in Cornwall right now – it is just having those supplies in the house to get you through those those moments.
“So we are having that conversation about resilience. That’s why we’re holding this summit today, it’s why we’re putting the guidance out to the public. We potentially are facing a winter of greater flooding, so it’s about recognising all of those risks and taking action.”
A Government campaign aimed at urging people to stock supplies of food and essentials in case of multi-day emergencies made headlines overnight.
Pictured: Waves crash against Newhaven Lighthouse in East Sussex
11:23 , Joe Middleton
BREAKING NEWS
11:18 , Joe MiddletonThe UK could face “a winter of greater flooding”, prime minister Andy Burnham has warned as two named storms are expected to bring disruption over the weekend.
6,000 vulnerable households without power
10:44 , Holly EvansJust before 10.30am, more than 18,000 homes were without power in the South West, according to National Grid.
Of those, more than 6,000 are customers who have signed up to the priority services register of people who may have additional needs or require extra support.
A spokesman for National Grid said that as of 8am, engineers had restored power to more than 12,000 properties affected by Storm Austen.
Amy Webb, chief operating officer at National Grid Electricity Distribution, said: “We know how difficult it is to be without power, particularly during severe weather.
“Our engineers are out across the affected areas, working to repair the damage and get customers back on supply as quickly and safely as possible. We’re grateful for their patience while that work continues.
“If you see a fallen power line, damaged pole or other damage to our equipment, please stay well clear and call 105 straight away.”
Met Office issue amber warnings for wind across UK
10:34 , Holly EvansThe Met Office has issued several amber warnings for wind across parts of northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland this weekend as Storm Boelo approaches.
The forecaster said gusts of up to 80mph could hit exposed coastal areas while winds of 60-70mph would be widespread elsewhere, warning of danger to life from flying debris.
There is also a “good chance” of power cuts, damage to building, trees uprooted and rail and flight cancellations.
The amber warnings come into force at 9pm on Saturday, when Storm Boelo is expected to hit the UK, running until 9pm on Sunday.
It comes amid widespread disruption in south-east England and Wales from Storm Austen on Friday, the first named storm of the year.
Watch: Flooding and trees uprooted as Storm Austen hits
10:27 , Holly EvansStorm hits north and west France
10:19 , Holly EvansBad weather is also affecting parts of France, with 161,00 homes out of power in Brittany and Normandy.
Transport minister Philippe Tabarot has warned of severe transport problems, with a number of flights cancelled at Nantes airport.
Météo-France has declared an orange alert in 23 of the 96 departments in mainland France, with gusts of up to 130/140kmh (80-87mph) on the coast and 110-110kmh inland.
Delays on the M27 as car hits barrier
10:04 , Holly EvansA car has hit a barrier on the M27 as Storm Austen brings stormy conditions to Hampshire.
Drivers have been warned to expect delays.
Hampshire County Council has also urged people to take extra care on the roads, warning that closures could be introduced at short notice where conditions become unsafe.
New weather warnings issued for Storm Boelo in Ireland
09:56 , Holly EvansNew weather warnings for Storm Boelo have been announced for parts of Ireland.
The Republic of Ireland’s weather agency Met Éireann issued five warnings of varying severity affecting 10 counties along the west coast.
The new warnings come as a yellow-level warning for rain and wind associated with Storm Austen in Leinster and Munster was due to expire at 10am on Friday.
Boelo has sparked an orange-level wind warning for Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo between 2pm on Saturday and 9am on Sunday.
A second orange-level warning for rain applies to Kerry between 7am and 2pm on Saturday.
A yellow-level warning for all of those counties, as well as Clare, Cork, Galway, Leitrim, and Limerick, will apply between 4am on 3pm on Saturday.
All five counties in Connacht, as well as Clare, Kerry and Limerick, will also be under a yellow warning for wind between 1pm on Saturday and midday on Sunday.
A separate yellow wind warning will apply to Donegal between 1pm on Saturday and 3pm on Sunday.
In pictures: Storm Austen batters UK
09:51 , Holly Evans
Met Office record strong wind gusts across south of England
09:28 , Holly EvansThe Met Office have said that wind gusts of over 70mph have been recorded in other parts of England and Wales, reaching 76mph at St Mary’s Airport in the Isles of Scilly.
Storm Austen is bringing strong and gusty winds across southern parts of England and Wales this morning ⚠️
— Met Office (@metoffice) October 23, 2026
Here are the highest wind gusts recorded so far 👇 pic.twitter.com/Bq5WCRyjHx
111mph winds recorded in Cornwall
09:08 , Holly EvansWind gusts of 111mph have been recorded in Cornwall, as Storm Austen batters the south of England.
Forecasters have recorded winds of 94mph in West Cornwall, and 111mph in Padstow, with heavy rain also predicted for the remainder of the day.
There are currently more than 9,000 homes and businesses without power in Cornwall, including more than 3,000 registered vulnerable customers.
Flood alerts issued in Scotland as poor weather set to continue
08:51 , Holly EvansThe Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has 11 flood alerts in place in the same areas where the Met Office’s yellow warning is in place.
Sepa’s flood information system has three tiers, of which food alerts are the least severe, with warnings and severe warnings brought in when the flooding is worse. There are currently no warnings or severe warnings in place.
ScotRail’s services to and from Aberdeen, Glasgow Central to Edinburgh and Glasgow Central to Carlisle may face speed restrictions or cancellations, and Traffic Scotland urged motorists to stay tuned for updates.
Ferry operator CalMac said on X that several of its services may be subject to disruption.
Scotland faces more poor weather on Saturday and Sunday as a result of Storm Boelo, with an almost nationwide yellow wind warning in place from 6pm on Saturday until 9pm on Sunday.
Full list of school closures as Storm Austen batters Britain
08:43 , Holly EvansSchools have been forced to close or open late today as Storm Austen batters the UK with winds reaching 80mph and heavy rain.
Forecasters issued three weather warnings for wind on Friday and a “danger to life” warning along sea fronts and coastal roads due to large waves and thrown beach debris.
An Amber warning for wind is in place across Cornwall and parts of Devon today until 10am.
Here is a full list of the school closures:
Full list of school closures as Storm Austen batters Britain
Commuters warned to take extra care on roads
08:35 , Holly EvansA new Yellow warning for wind has also been issued for a large area of England and Wales. This warning runs from 10am to 9pm on Friday and warns of gusts reaching 45-55mph across the area.
Met Office Chief Forecaster Neil Armstrong, said: “We’ve updated Amber and Yellow severe weather warnings for Storm Austen.
“This is the first stormy weather in the south of the UK this season and we expect some disruption as it moves through. With trees in leaf, it is likely fallen branches and trees could obstruct roads and railways so take extra care on the Friday morning commute.”
Guernsey schools closed for safety reasons
08:21 , Holly EvansSchools in Guernsey have closed on safety grounds as a result of Storm Austen.
Deputy Paul Montague, President of the Committee for Education, Sport & Culture at the States of Guernsey, said: "The peak of the weather is coming through between 6am and midday and we didn't want people travelling to school when there could be debris, particularly after a dry summer when there might be an increased instance of trees maybe being damaged," he tells BBC Radio Guernsey.
Climate campaigner says government should 'take a stand' against extreme weather
08:06 , Holly EvansGreenpeace climate campaigner Maja Darlington has called on the Government to act to stop a “doomloop of extreme weather”, after a summer of wildfires and drought.
She said: “We’ve barely cooled off from a summer of blistering heat, and now the first winter storms are battering at the front door.
“While millions of people face the prospect of ruined homes and businesses, oil giants are preparing to announce multi-billion-pound profits next week.”
“The Government must take a stand against this doomloop of extreme weather and corporate impunity,” Ms Darlington added.
Storm Boelo yellow weather warnings
08:00 , Rituparna ChatterjeeOver the weekend, Storm Boelo will affect Northern Ireland, Scotland and parts of northern England with what the forecaster described as “impactful winds”.
Yellow weather warnings have been issued for the whole of mainland Scotland, the Western Isles, Orkney and the far north of England from 6pm on Saturday to 9pm on Sunday.
There will be “widespread gusts” of 55-65mph widely, with these reaching up to 70-80mph in more exposed coastal locations, the Met Office added.
Network Rail Scotland said trains will be slowed down on Friday and over the weekend to keep people safe in the areas expected to see the heaviest rain.
💨 As Storm Austen and Storm Boelo approach, want to know the latest wind forecast where you are?
— Met Office (@metoffice) October 22, 2026
In the Met Office app, you can:
✅ See the maximum wind gust and direction on the homepage
✅ Tap the wind card for hourly wind speeds & gusts
✅ View 7 days of wind speed and… pic.twitter.com/uObU2x6FQG
A separate yellow warning, covering Northern Ireland from 6pm on Saturday to 3pm on Sunday, is due to predicted winds of 50-60mph, with up to 65-75mph in exposed regions.
Storm Boelo is a separate low pressure system to Storm Austen.
First of two storms brings heavy rain to Ireland
07:57 , Holly EvansThe first storm of the season has hit the island of Ireland with the second due over the weekend.
An orange rain warning came into effect for Cork, Kerry and Waterford late on Thursday night as Storm Austen arrived. That alert lifted at 5am.
A similar warning for Dublin, Wexford and Wicklow was issued from 2am to 8am on Friday morning.
A yellow rain and wind warning remains in effect for Munster and Leinster until 10am on Friday.
Storm Austen was forecast to bring “intense rain and flooding”.
Met Éireann warned of difficult travel conditions with the potential for flooding.
National Rail report train delays
07:52 , Holly EvansNational Rail have reported train delays as a result of bad weather with reduced speed on all lines.
They said: “Train services running to and from these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 90 minutes. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.”
⚠ Travel Update - 23/10 ⚠
— GWR (@GWRHelp) October 23, 2026
Due to severe weather between Penzance and Taunton trains have to run at reduced speed on all lines.
Train services running to and from these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 90 minutes.
Disruption is expected until the end of the day… pic.twitter.com/j6UzIfEy7D
Amber warning covering Cornwall, Devon and Isles of Scilly
07:45 , Holly EvansThe Met Office has issued an amber warning for wind, covering Cornwall, Devon and the Isles of Scilly, coming into effect from 1am and remaining in place until 10am.
Strong winds will be combined with spells of heavy rain, though gusts will gradually ease over Friday.
The forecaster said Storm Austen is “likely to bring some disruption and possible damaging winds” and warned of disruption on the roads and public transport networks.
Flying debris is “likely”, and the storm will “probably” bring some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, it added.
In coastal areas, large waves could pose a danger to life, as well as beach debris being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties.
Mobile phone coverage and the power supply could also be affected, the Met Office said.
Three dead in storms and flooding in southern France
07:30 , Rituparna ChatterjeeAt least three people have died related to storms and flooding in southern France, local authorities said, as authorities in western France prepared for a storm approaching from Ireland.
Three people have died and one person has been injured in flooding and in Mouries and Saint-Martin-de-Crau, two small towns between Montpellier and Marseille, dozens of people were being housed in emergency shelters.
"The water has risen to unprecedented levels," Jacques Witkowski, the prefect of the Bouches-du-Rhone region, said in a statement late on Wednesday.
The weather in the south was expected to calm, while a storm was expected to hit western France overnight on Thursday.
Storm Austen is expected to bring heavy winds across the northwest, Meteo France, the country's weather agency, said.
Thousands without power in Cornwall
07:23 , Holly EvansPower cuts have been reported in Cornwall, with National Grid stating that people are without electricity in Saltash, PL12 and surrounding areas, along with Truro TR1 and Redruth TR15 and the Penzance area.
Overall it is reporting that 6,980 homes in Cornwall without power this morning, mainly in the Penzance and central Cornwall area.
Third storm predicted next week
07:00 , Jane DaltonA third storm could arrive over the UK early next week, according to AccuWeather.
“Areas hit by damaging winds and heavy rain from Storm Austen will have little time to recover before Storm Boelo arrives,” said meteorologist Bill Deger.
“With a third windstorm possible early next week, people and businesses across the region need to be aware of the risk of repeated power outages, transportation disruptions, and additional damage.”
What does it take for a storm to be named?
06:45 , Rituparna ChatterjeeThe Met Office has named Storm Austen which has the potential to bring in disruptive winds and rain in parts of the UK.
The weather department said Storm Austen is associated with an area of low pressure forming in the Atlantic, which is expected to rapidly deepen as it is invigorated by the jet stream.
While its exact track and position are still being determined, there is already enough potential for disruption for the system to have been named.
First stormy weather in south of UK this season
06:30 , Rituparna ChatterjeeThe UK is braced for “damaging” winds and heavy downpours with two named storms expected to wreak disruption on Friday and over the weekend.
In coastal areas, large waves could pose a danger to life, as well as beach debris being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties.
Mobile phone coverage and the power supply could also be affected, the Met Office said.
Chief forecaster Neil Armstrong said: “This is the first stormy weather in the south of the UK this season and we expect some disruption as it moves through.
“With trees in leaf, it is likely fallen branches and trees could obstruct roads and railways so take extra care on the Friday morning commute.”
Met Office issues amber warning
06:00 , Rituparna ChatterjeeStorm Austen, the first named storm of the season, could bring gusts of up to 80mph to parts of south-west England, with 60-70mph winds expected widely in the region.
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for wind, covering Cornwall, Devon and the Isles of Scilly, coming into effect from 1am and remaining in place until 10am.
Strong winds will be combined with spells of heavy rain, though gusts will gradually ease over Friday.
The forecaster said Storm Austen is “likely to bring some disruption and possible damaging winds” and warned of disruption on the roads and public transport networks.
Flying debris is “likely”, and the storm will “probably” bring some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, it added.
'Stop doomloop of extreme weather,' urges Greenpeace
05:45 , Rituparna ChatterjeeGreenpeace climate campaigner Maja Darlington has called on the government to act to stop a “doomloop of extreme weather”, after a summer of wildfires and drought.
She said: “We’ve barely cooled off from a summer of blistering heat, and now the first winter storms are battering at the front door.
“While millions of people face the prospect of ruined homes and businesses, oil giants are preparing to announce multi-billion-pound profits next week.”
“The government must take a stand against this doomloop of extreme weather and corporate impunity,” Darlington added.
Storm Austen brings wet and very windy start to Friday across UK
05:30 , Rituparna ChatterjeeStorm Austen is expected to bring heavy winds across the northwest into Friday, weather agencies have said.
Disruption to travel is likely, with potentially damaging winds in places, particularly across the southwest, the UK Met Office said.
Storm Austen brings a wet and very windy start to Friday across the UK ⚠️
Disruption to travel is likely, with potentially damaging winds in places, particularly across the southwest.
Keep up to date with the latest info 👉 https://t.co/TfU9Ok8qZD pic.twitter.com/29S37Ltgss
Trees and power lines could come down, causing power cuts
05:00 , Jane DaltonThe strongest wind gusts could cause structural damage, down trees and power lines, and cause potentially widespread power outages, says AccuWeather.
Transportation and logistical disruptions are also anticipated, potentially affecting roads, rail networks, aviation and business operations.
The heavy rain could lead to flash flooding, hazardous travel conditions and travel delays, particularly in locations where drainage systems become overwhelmed, the forecaster said.
Storm seen from space
03:00 , Jane DaltonA mesmerising satellite imagery of Storm Austen today as it approaches the UK 🌀 pic.twitter.com/JinzRZUF0S
— Met Office (@metoffice) October 22, 2026
Fears of compound effect of two storms
01:30 , Jane DaltonStorm Austen will hit southern parts of the UK and northwestern Europe tonight into Friday, followed closely by Storm Boelo across the UK and Ireland on Saturday.
“The concern with two powerful windstorms arriving back-to-back is the potential for compounding impacts,” said AccuWeather expert meteorologist Bill Deger.
“Areas hit by damaging winds and heavy rain from Storm Austen will have little time to recover before Storm Boelo arrives.”
Flooding and travel disruption forecast
Thursday 22 October 2026 23:59 , Jane DaltonHeavy rain is due on Friday as Storm Austen tracks eastwards.
It will be heaviest in southern and eastern Scotland, where a yellow weather warning has been issued from 6am to midnight on Friday.
Accumulations of 20-40mm are expected within the warning area throughout this time, with 60-80mm possible in some locations, the Met Office said.
This could bring flooding and travel disruption in a few places.
People warned to stay away from cliff edges
Thursday 22 October 2026 23:00 , Jane DaltonPeople are warned to stay away from cliff edges and from stormy seas.
They are also urged to check for loose items outside homes – such as plant pots, garden furniture, trampolines and bins – and to plan for them to be secured in high winds.
Neil Armstrong, chief forecaster at the Met Office, said: “This is the first stormy weather in the south of the UK this season and we expect some disruption as it moves through.
“With trees in leaf, it is likely fallen branches and trees could obstruct roads and railways so take extra care on the Friday morning commute.”
How the storms will cross the UK on Friday
Thursday 22 October 2026 22:00 , Jane DaltonStorm Austen will bring heavy rain and disruptive winds across parts of the UK through Friday ⚠️
— Met Office (@metoffice) October 22, 2026
Here is the 4cast 👇 pic.twitter.com/do8AcNj0tU
Storms to hit opposite ends of UK
Thursday 22 October 2026 21:20 , Jane DaltonChris Bulmer, deputy chief forecaster at the Met Office, said: “Storm Boelo will bring strong winds and heavy rain to Northern Ireland, Scotland and parts of northern England over the weekend, impacting the opposite end of the country to Storm Austen.
“Gusts of 70-80mph in exposed coastal areas and high ground are possible, with 50-60mph gusts more widely.
“The strong winds will be accompanied by heavy rain, making for an impactful weekend of weather.
“Severe weather warnings and forecast detail will continue to develop, so people should keep up to date with the forecast over the next few days.”
Winds to hit Scotland and Northern Ireland hard
Thursday 22 October 2026 21:10 , Jane DaltonYellow weather warnings have been issued for the whole of mainland Scotland, the Western Isles, Orkney and the far north of England from 6pm on Saturday to 9pm on Sunday.
There will be widespread gusts of 55-65mph, reaching up to 70-80mph in more exposed coastal locations, the Met Office said.
A separate yellow warning, covering Northern Ireland from 6pm on Saturday to 3pm on Sunday, is due to predicted winds of 50-60mph, with up to 65-75mph in exposed regions.
Storm Boelo is a separate low pressure system to Storm Austen, which is due to clear into the North Sea by Friday morning.
Warnings issued as storms to batter UK
Thursday 22 October 2026 21:01 , Jane DaltonThe Met Office has issued warnings for wind and rain across parts of the UK, with two named storms due to bring disruption.
Storm Austen is expected to affect southwest England on Friday – with an amber warning for wind issued in Cornwall, Devon and the Isles of Scilly from 1am.
Very strong north-westerly winds, with gusts of up to 80mph on exposed headlands will be combined with spells of heavy rain, though winds will gradually ease over Friday.
Over the weekend, Storm Boelo will affect Northern Ireland, Scotland and parts of northern England.
