# Storm Boelo strikes UK

> 80mph winds disrupt UK travel as Met Office issues rare amber alert.
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- Summary: 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…
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- Published: 2026-10-24T07:28:14+00:00
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## 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.
## Key takeaway

Storm Boelo causes widespread travel disruption and power cuts across UK with amber weather warning.