A severe wind warning has been issued for the UK and Ireland as Storm Brendan closes in.
The Met Office has put out yellow warnings for today and tomorrow (Monday and Tuesday), with gales of up to 80mph expected for much of the UK.
Met Eireann has also issues an orange wind warning for the Republic of Ireland, predicting a significant risk of flooding in coastal areas until this evening.
Here, the Met Office has warned that travel disruption is likely and coastal areas could be affected by large waves.
Ferry operator P&O said its 10:30am departures on Monday from Larne and Cairnryan had been cancelled due to the weather.
We're sorry to advise that due to adverse weather conditions, our 10:30 departures from Larne and Cairnryan have been cancelled. To re-book, please call us on +44 1304 44 88 88. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
— P&O Ferries Updates (@POferriesupdate) January 13, 2020
With a @metofficeNI weather warning for strong winds today, along with heavy rain, there could be risk of travel delays, spray or large waves in coastal areas, power cuts, and tree damage. Find info and advice: https://t.co/tP2B50Uwd4 #StormBrendan #WeatherAware pic.twitter.com/suUXBp0EQc
— nidirect (@nidirect) January 13, 2020
Tramore Co Waterford at high tide and #StormBrendan only starting to blow a bit pic.twitter.com/ydUnsnuTiw
— Leah Burgess ? (@LeahBurgessIre) January 13, 2020
#StormBrendan is on route, if you see anyone out who you believe maybe homeless our office is open from 10am -10pm for a change of clothes and a cup of tea. Brother Kevins is open until 3pm serving hot meals. Please direct people accordingly. pic.twitter.com/2QcZ3uMJOm
— Cllr. Anthony Flynn (@AnthonyICHH) January 13, 2020