Storm Boelo Blows In: 80 mph gusts hit UK north, Kerry gets orange rain warning

Storm Boelo is set to unleash up to 80 mph gusts across the north of the UK this weekend, according to forecasters.

In Ireland, the storm has already triggered a Status Orange rain warning for County Kerry, effective from 7 am to 2 pm today.

The Met Office has warned the public to expect severe winds and rain, and to secure hats, umbrellas and any loose objects before they take flight.

Commuters in London and elsewhere may find themselves battling more than just traffic, as the wind could literally pull a hat off a dignitary’s head.

The best defence is to stay indoors, keep a firm grip on your coffee, and perhaps practice your wind‑surfing stance on the pavement—if you dare.