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Storm Amy Barrels Towards UK with Destructive 80 mph Winds
1 Oct
Summary
- Met Office names Storm Amy as first storm of the season
- Storm Amy expected to bring heavy rain and gusts over 80 mph
- Storm Imelda linked to two deaths in Cuba due to a landslide
As of October 1st, 2025, the Met Office has officially named Storm Amy as the first storm of the season, forecasting destructive winds and heavy rainfall. The storm is expected to bring gusts exceeding 80 mph to the UK, particularly in northern and western regions, leading to potential disruptions on Friday and Saturday.
The news comes after Hurricane Humberto, a Category 3 storm, collided with Storm Imelda over the Atlantic Ocean. The combined systems have prompted alerts across the Caribbean, US East Coast, and Bermuda. Storm Imelda has already been linked to two deaths in Cuba due to a landslide that destroyed several homes.
The Met Office has issued several weather warnings for parts of the United Kingdom as Storm Amy "develops rapidly" and is expected to make landfall on Friday. The forecaster warns that the storm will bring "very strong winds and heavy rain" that could lead to power cuts, disruption to mobile phone coverage, and hazardous driving conditions for high-sided vehicles. The public is advised to prepare for the storm by gathering essential items like torches, batteries, and mobile phone power packs.
