A powerful storm, Storm Floris, is expected to hit northern Britain on Monday, bringing potentially life-threatening winds and heavy rain. The UK Met Office has issued an amber wind warning for much of Scotland from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., with gusts of 50-70 miles per hour possible in some areas, reaching up to 80 miles per hour in exposed coastal regions.
Residents are advised to stay indoors as much as possible on Monday due to the risk of flying debris and large waves. Officials also urge people to secure outdoor items such as bins, garden furniture, and fences, and take care along the coast where strong winds could sweep them away.
Heavy rainfall is expected before the strongest winds arrive, particularly in northwest Scotland, with the heaviest rain expected Monday morning across Northern Ireland, Scotland, northern England, and the north of Wales. The storm will bring heavy rain and wind gusts that could disrupt travel, including road, rail, air, and ferry services.
Network Rail Scotland has urged passengers to plan ahead and take precautions, with additional staff on standby to clear any debris and fallen trees from tracks. Storm Floris is expected to clear Britain after Monday, but the country will remain breezy, with gales possible in the far northeast on Tuesday morning before subsiding.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/03/weather/storm-floris-uk-powerful-winds-heavy-rain.html