Household Hack Helps Brits Weatherproof Homes Ahead of Powerful Storm

As of October 4th, 2025, a powerful storm named Amy is battering its way across Britain, having already caused travel chaos and a potential 'danger to life' alert from the Met Office. In the wake of a weather-related incident in Ireland that claimed a man's life last Friday, insurance experts are now offering a surprising tip to help homeowners prepare for the tempest: using toilet paper.

According to MoneySuperMarket, positioning a strip of loo roll near windows and doors can help identify any cracks or drafts that could allow the storm to penetrate. "If it flutters, you've got a draught," explains insurance specialist Kara Gammell. Filling these air gaps not only keeps homes warm but can also ward off damp and mold.

The experts warn that the storm, which has prompted three Amber weather warnings, could bring gusts of up to 100 mph in parts of western Scotland, leading to significant disruption, power cuts, and damage to buildings and trees. Gammell also cautions that a quarter of flooding occurs in areas outside of designated flood risk zones, with 6.3 million UK properties at risk and the average cost of flooding estimated at £30,000.

As Storm Amy continues to rage, homeowners are advised to secure any loose items in their gardens and clear gutters and drainage systems to prevent water damage. With the stormy conditions expected to persist until late Saturday, the toilet paper trick could prove a vital tool in helping Brits weather the storm.