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Storm Boelo strikes UK
80mph winds disrupt UK travel as Met Office issues rare amber alert.
In brief
80mph winds disrupt UK travel as Met Office issues rare amber alert. Storm Boelo causes widespread travel disruption and power cuts across UK with amber weather warning. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Storm Boelo hits UK
The UK is bracing for its second storm in two days with 80mph winds causing widespread travel disruption and power cuts.
Amber weather warning
An amber weather warning covers Scotland, northern England, and northern Ireland with strong winds expected to peak tonight.
Travel disruption
TransPennine Express warns against all but essential train journeys on Saturday and Sunday due to storm conditions.
Power outages
More than 3,700 homes in the region lost power this morning after engineers restored electricity to 60,000 homes since the storm began.
Storm damage
Brighton's iconic West Pier collapsed during Storm Austen, with sections of the pier falling into the water.
Met Office warning
Met Office meteorologist Tom Morgan says Storm Boelo will affect northern UK with potentially 80mph gusts causing widespread travel disruption.
Rail services
Network Rail has closed rail lines south and west of Kilwinning in North Ayrshire from 9pm Saturday to prevent safety risks.
Power restoration
National Grid engineers are working to repair power outages with customers urged to stay clear of fallen lines and call 105 if damaged.
Weather forecast
Conditions are expected to stay wet and windy across the UK today with clearer skies returning for many by Sunday.
Prime Minister's warning
The Prime Minister warned of a 'winter of greater flooding' as unexpected weather events become more common.
Resilience summit
Andy Burnham held a summit to learn from summer's record wildfires and improve civil preparedness for winter weather.
Storm impact
A large sycamore tree crashed into a £40,000 van outside a disabled woman's home in Bournemouth during Storm Boelo.
Storm aftermath
The crucifix at Christ the King Church in Bournemouth was blown over by strong winds during Storm Boelo.
Travel warnings
Ferries and trains face widespread disruption with potential cancellations as storm conditions worsen.
Power restoration progress
Engineers are repairing power outages across affected areas with priority given to critical infrastructure.
What happens next
The UK faces potential widespread flooding and power outages through the coming days as storm conditions persist.
What it means
Storm Boelo causes widespread travel disruption and power cuts across UK with amber weather warning.
