UK braces for worst of Storm Boelo as amber warnings due to come into force
The UK is preparing for Storm Boelo, with amber weather warnings issued for Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England due to expected high winds and heavy rain. This follows the recent impact of Storm Austen, which left thousands of properties without power.
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Severe weather events pose significant risks to infrastructure, public safety, and the stability of power grids in the UK.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Parts of the south-west of England have been left without power following Storm Austen
Amber weather warnings are due to come into force in northern parts of the UK as the worst weather from Storm Boelo approaches.
Strong winds and heavy showers are expected to intensify through Saturday evening, with widespread gusts of 60 to 70mph expected to hit Scotland.
Amber wind warnings from the Met Office will come into force from 21:00 BST for parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England, bringing an increased risk of travel disruption and potential risk to life.
The second named storm in as many days comes as National Grid continues to restore power to thousands of properties in south-west England after the area was hit hardest by Storm Austen.
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