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Storm Bram Triggers 'Danger to Life' Alerts as Heavy Rain and 90mph Gusts Hit UK and Ireland

Saturated ground plus high tides will intensify flooding and travel hazards through Tuesday.

Overview

  • Amber warnings target south‑west England and south Wales for 50–100mm of rain falling largely within nine hours, with alerts due to ease by late morning.
  • An amber wind warning for north‑west Scotland from 4pm to midnight forecasts gusts up to about 90mph and the risk of flying debris, power cuts and transport closures.
  • Met Éireann has issued Status Orange wind warnings across multiple counties and a Status Red marine warning, citing a significant chance of coastal flooding at high tide.
  • Hundreds of flood alerts and warnings are in force, with local measures such as flood barriers in West Bay and agencies urging residents to avoid floodwater and prepare emergency kits.
  • Rail and road disruption is expected, with ScotRail imposing speed restrictions and selective line closures, Great Western Railway warning of flooding impacts, and Northern Ireland under a 9am–9pm yellow wind warning.