Met Office Warns of 75mph Winds Across UK Ahead of New Year

Hundreds of homes in Scotland and Wales remain without power following Storm Gerrit, with efforts underway to restore electricity.

Met Office issues yellow weather warning for high winds up to 75mph across parts of England and Wales, effective from Saturday morning until early Sunday.
Separate yellow warning for Northern Ireland due to expected heavy rainfall, with 23 flood warnings and 103 flood alerts issued across the UK.
Storm Gerrit's aftermath leaves hundreds of homes in Scotland and Wales without power, with efforts underway to restore electricity.
Travel disruptions expected due to weather conditions, with rail chaos continuing across the country.
New Year's Eve revellers advised to brace for near-freezing temperatures.