Storm Eowyn to hit UK with 100mph winds as schools shut and travel disrupted - Rare red weather warnings have been issued in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Red weather warnings have been issued for parts of the UK as Storm Éowyn is set to bring wind gusts of up to 100 mph.

The rare red weather warning will be in effect across Northern Ireland from 07:00 until 14:00 GMT on Friday.

Storm Éowyn, pronounced ‘Ay-oh-win’, has been advancing toward Ireland and the United Kingdom and is expected to bring gusty winds, heavy rain and some snow to the region Friday and Saturday.

The Met Office issued a danger to life warning has been issued for Brits as Storm Eowyn barrels its way toward the country with 100mph winds expected in the worst-affected regions ...

Brave scientists on a 'hurricane hunting' plane that is used to study the world's most lethal tempests are preparing to fly into Storm Eowyn as it roars towards Britain.

Two agencies have taken a pre-emptive decision to close their doors on Friday owing to the weather warnings, while airports have warned of the potential for disruption ...

An amber warning comes into force in the North East on Friday with winds expected to reach up to 90mph - live updates on ...

Brits have been warned that rats are particularly likely to try and seek shelter from Storm Éowyn in their homes and gardens this weekend. The brutal conditions may disturb rats' regular nesting areas ...