Storm Ashley brings severe weather warnings to UK with high winds and heavy rain
Summary: The Met Office has issued "danger to life" warnings as Storm Ashley approaches the UK, bringing winds up to 80 mph and heavy rain. The storm will first impact Ireland on Sunday morning before moving northeast to the UK.
Severe amber warnings are in place for Scotland's west coast and the Hebrides from 9 am to midnight. A yellow alert covers Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and parts of northern England, warning of potential power cuts and travel disruptions.
Flood warnings are active across the UK, with 38 flood warnings and 132 alerts reported. The Environment Agency and Scottish Environment Protection Agency have issued multiple warnings, particularly for the River Severn and the south Cornwall coast.
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