Storm Boelo: warnings in place in Scotland, Northern Ireland and north of England as high winds batter UK
Met Office reports gusts of 80mph in exposed coastal spots and advises people in affected areas to stay indoors Strong winds have battered Scotland…
The Guardian reports: Met Office reports gusts of 80mph in exposed coastal spots and advises people in affected areas to stay indoors Strong 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.
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- The Met Office said wind speeds reached 60-70mph, affecting areas in an amber warning zone that came into force at 9pm on Saturday. (The Guardian)
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