Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:54am on 24 Jan 2025,Friday Weather & Environment
Storm Éowyn, a powerful "bomb cyclone," is set to unleash destructive winds, heavy rain, and snow across the UK and Ireland. Red alerts have been issued for Northern Ireland and Scotland, with gusts of up to 161 km/h predicted. Schools are closed, public transit suspended, and citizens advised to stay indoors. Structural damage, power outages, and severe transport disruptions are anticipated. Authorities warn of life-threatening conditions, urging extreme caution. First Minister John Swinney emphasized avoiding red-alert zones. The storm is expected to taper off by Saturday, but amber and yellow warnings remain for widespread impact across affected regions.
