Storm Boelo has wreaked havoc across the UK and Ireland, leaving over 82,000 homes without power as it brought gusts of up to 84mph. The storm has particularly affected Scotland, where more than 30,000 homes are currently experiencing outages. An amber wind warning remains in effect until 9pm, highlighting the continued risk of severe weather conditions throughout the region.

In Ireland, the situation is similarly dire, with over 40,000 homes and businesses affected by power outages due to the storm's impact. The ESB Networks has reported that crews are actively working to restore power in all impacted areas, although safety concerns are limiting their efforts. The storm has produced gusts reaching 133km/h, exacerbating the disruption across the country.S3

Travel disruptions have also been reported across much of the UK, as Storm Boelo continues to challenge infrastructure and emergency services. The severe weather marks the first named storm of the season, and its effects are expected to linger as recovery efforts are underway.S1S2