Storm Eowyn set to be 'historic' as Brits to be battered by 'danger to life' winds

Horror gusts of up to 90mph are predicted on Friday morning along with torrential rain, danger to life warnings, and a risk of snow as the Storm Eowyn catapults its way across the Atlantic from America

Storm Eowyn has the potential to be "historic" as millions of Brits prepare to be battered by "danger to life" winds.

Horror gusts of up to 90mph are predicted on Friday morning along with torrential rain, danger to life warnings, and a risk of snow as the storm catapults its way across the Atlantic from America. The storm comes after an Artic blast brought severe snow and plummeting temperatures to dozens of US states. However, coupled with tropical southern air, this has strengthened the jet stream as it travels eastwards towards Britain.

According to the latest weather forecast model, exposed coasts in Northern Ireland and Dublin will see the "historic" storm exceeding 100mph gusts of winds on Friday. Northern England, north-western Wales and western Scotland could also feel the impact of the strongest winds. Many of these regions have been placed on an amber national severe weather warning for wind.

Alan O'Reilly, from Carlow Weather, posted on X: "That high resolution AROME model out to 9am shows gusts I’ve never seen this model show before for Ireland and this model is one of the best there is for Ireland. Anyone saying this is just another storm is in for a rude awakening. This will be an historic storm. "

Meanwhile, the Met Office confirming snow is due for some. It said: "Storm Éowyn will move across the northwest of the UK on Friday, clearing to the northeast on Friday night and will initially bring snow for some, with accompanying rain and wind. This has the potential to cause travel disruption, power cuts and damage to building and homes."

Despite Friday being the main focus, the forecaster predicts some regions will start to see a change in conditions from tomorrow. "A major change in the UK’s weather starts on Thursday, as a front bringing heavy rain moves eastwards through the day," it adds. "Conditions turn both wet and windy during the early hours on Friday morning as Storm Éowyn arrives, with rain starting off as snow over parts of Northern Ireland, Scotland and higher ground in northern England."

The snow is not set to last as the system initially bumps into cold air, creating some flurries, but the Met Office predicts this "will quickly change to rain as milder air moves in." Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Mike Silverstone said: “Storm Éowyn is expected to bring very strong winds and widespread disruption on Friday. There are currently a number of weather warnings in place, with all parts of the UK covered by one warning at some point on Friday.