🇮🇪 Northern Ireland & Ulster Coast storm floris:
Met Éireann Advisory
A yellow advisory is active from Friday, August 1 at ~12:36 local time through 1 PM Monday, August 4, 2025.
Impacts may include:
Fallen trees and flying debris
Power outages
Coastal wave overtopping and localized flooding due to leaf-blocked drains
Model uncertainties remain, but the most likely storm track may deepen near 990 hPa—bringing strong gusts especially to the Ulster coast.
Dangerous travel conditions
Disruption to outdoor events
Orange warnings may be issued Saturday in coastal areas of Ulster (Donegal, Derry, Antrim) depending on how the forecast track of the storm evolves.
UK Met Office Yellow Warning Zone
Northern Ireland is included in the yellow wind warning valid from 6 AM Monday, August 4 to 6 AM Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Wind gust expectations:
40–50 mph inland
60–70 mph on exposed coasts and elevated ground
Possible peaks up to 85 mph in parts of Scotland, with Ulster coasts potentially experiencing gusts near the 70 mph range.
Travel & Infrastructure Risks
Risks to life and property include flying debris, structural damage, power cuts, and transport disruption (road, rail, ferry, and air).
Public advice includes securing loose outdoor items, avoiding coastal routes, and preparing for possible outages or delays—especially pertinent in Ulster coastal communities.
🇬🇧 Scotland & Northern UK — Forecast Highlights:
Met Office Yellow Wind Warning
In force from 6 AM Monday, August 4 to 6 AM Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Includes:
Scotland (all regions, including Orkney & Shetland)
Northern England (North East, North West, Yorkshire & Humber)
Northern Ireland
North Wales
Wind Speed Expectations
Inland gusts: 40–50 mph
Coastal and high-elevation zones in Scotland: 60–70 mph
Exposed locations (e.g. Scottish hills, Shetlands): Up to 85 mph, with a small chance of exceedance.
Rain & Disruptions
Heavy rainfall may coincide with strong gusts, increasing the disruption potential.
Transport sectors (road, rail, air, ferry) likely impacted by delays or closures.
Coastal hazards: large waves and beach debris thrown inland.
Risk areas include roofs (tiles blown), power outages, and mobile signal loss.
Evolution of Wind
Winds will ease from the west later on Monday, but remain strongest in eastern and northern UK until early Tuesday
Conclusion:
Storm Floris will bring strong winds and heavy rain to Northern England, North Wales, Northern Ireland (Ulster coast), and Scotland from Monday morning to early Tuesday. Gusts of up to 85 mph in exposed areas pose risks of fallen trees, power outages, travel disruption, and structural damage. Coastal flooding and dangerous waves are also possible. Residents should secure outdoor items, avoid unnecessary travel—especially near coasts—and stay alert to weather updates as conditions improve slowly after Monday evening.
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