The Met Office has issued rare red weather warnings, indicating a risk to life, as Storm Éowyn lashes the UK.

The most severe impacts are anticipated in Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland.

In the Republic of Ireland, the "once-in-a-generation" storm brought a record-breaking gust of 114 mph (183 km/h) at Mace Head.

Significant travel disruptions are expected, and numerous schools have been shut down.

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