Storm Éowyn continues to wreak havoc across the UK and Ireland, with 100mph winds causing widespread disruptions and power outages. A rare “stay at home” warning remains in effect for parts of Northern Ireland and Scotland, as the powerful extratropical bomb cyclone wreaks havoc on transport, infrastructure, and daily life.

Currently, over 93,000 homes and businesses in Northern Ireland are without power, with restoration efforts ongoing but hindered by unsafe conditions for workers. Rail services across Scotland, including ScotRail, have been suspended, and major rail operators like Avanti West Coast, LNER, and Transport for Wales are also facing service disruptions. Over 1,000 flights have been canceled in the region, with Dublin Airport resuming operations only after winds eased somewhat, though further cancellations remain possible.

The storm’s ferocity has caused severe damage, including uprooted trees in Galway, Ireland, some over 60 years old, and overturned vehicles on major roads, such as a lorry in Durham, England. Reports of collapsed scaffolding and empty supermarket shelves have also surfaced on social media.

Authorities have strongly advised against non-essential travel, with all schools in the affected areas closed, and public transport services severely limited. Experts warn that Storm Éowyn could rival the destructive force of Storm Eunice (2022) and Storm Ciarán (2023), both of which caused significant loss of life and damage.

Though the storm is expected to move out of the region by Saturday, yellow warnings for strong winds remain in place for Scotland and Northern Ireland throughout the day. With the ongoing threat, the public is urged to stay safe and follow weather advisories.