Storm Floris, named by the Met Office, is predicted to have "unseasonably strong winds". The amber warning covers a wide area from the central belt - including Glasgow and Edinburgh - to the Highlands. Gusts of up to 85mph are likely to hit exposed western coastlines and hills, while winds of 70mph are expected elsewhere.

Status yellow wind and rain warnings have been issued by Met Éireann for eight counties as Storm Floris is set to bring “very strong and blustery winds” on Monday. The forecaster warned of some “damaging gusts”, possibly dangerous driving conditions, structural damage and power outages in some areas.