Met Office issues rare red weather warning

What is a red weather warning? Why the Met Office issues the maximum warning - and how to protect yourself
The warning is only issued in the event of extreme weather.The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for Scotland this week.It comes as Storm Éowyn approaches the country, with Scottish weather presenter Judith Ralston calling it “one major storm” and saying: “I’ve not seen anything like it in my career”.
Met Office issues RED weather warning
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a rare red warning about Storm Éowyn, which will hit tomorrow morning and last until the afternoon. Winds could hit up to 85mph on exposed coastal areas and higher ground. It's thought it'll cause widespread disruption and damage - particularly because previous storms have of weakened and other structures.
Everywhere Storm Éowyn weather warnings issued amid Met Office red 'danger to life' alert
Several weather warnings - ranging from yellow to red - have been issued across the country, with the worst conditions expected to hit Northern Ireland and Scotland
Met Office: What are yellow, amber and red weather warnings?
Whether a Met Office weather warning is issued for snow, rain or wind, knowing what the yellow, amber and red alerts mean is important.
Met Office issues rare red 'danger to life' wind warning as 90mph Storm Eowyn to smash UK
The Met Office has warned Storm Eowyn could see winds of up to 90mph hammer parts of the UK, with 'widespread disruption and significant impacts expected'
Storm Éowyn: Met Office issues two RED WARNINGS as deadly 100mph wind approaches three major cities
Two red weather warnings for strong Storm Éowyn winds have been issued by the Met Office - the national weather agency says 'very dangerous conditions' are likely
Storm Éowyn: Met Office NI issue Red weather warning "widespread disruption" expected
The Met Office outlook for Friday reads: "Very windy and cloudy with showers or longer spells of rain, showers becoming wintry in the evening. Severe gale or storm force westerly winds, easing through the afternoon. Cold. Maximum temperature 5 °C."
Can you drive your car during a red weather warning from the Met Office?
While driving during a red weather warning may not automatically invalidate your insurance, it could create problems if you make a claim. If your insurer can prove negligence (driving on a road when advised not to) they could refuse your claim, according to Traffic Scotland.
What is a Met Office red weather warning and is it deadly?
According to the Met Office website, red weather warnings are reserved for "very dangerous" conditions with a "high level of certainty". When these are released by the organisation, it is advised that residents affected take action to keep themselves and others safe as there is a "risk to life".
Danger to life warning as Storm Éowyn approaches
A red weather warning for wind has been issued, with gusts expected to reach up to 100mph in parts of Scotland.
What do yellow, amber and red weather warnings from the Met Office mean?
Whether a Met Office weather warning is issued for snow, rain or wind, knowing what the yellow, amber and red alerts mean is important.
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