Storm Floris has created widespread chaos in Scotland and Ireland due to wind gusts reaching up to 82 mph. Over 22,500 homes lost power, impacting areas predominantly in Co Donegal and Co Roscommon. Significant transport disruptions occurred, with Network Rail closing all lines north of the Central Belt and numerous roads obstructed. The Met Office documented wind gusts of 79 mph in various locations, affecting events like the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. The disruptions are expected to persist into Tuesday, impacting travel and infrastructure significantly.
"Disruption from Storm Floris will continue into Tuesday, travellers have been warned, after wind gusts of up to 82 mph brought down trees and power lines across Scotland and Ireland."
"More than 22,500 homes were without power, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks said, with 10,000 more affected in Ireland mostly in Co Donegal and Co Roscommon."
"The Met Office confirmed wind gusts of up to 79mph as far apart as Kinloss, east of Inverness, and the island of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides, with 82mph recorded at Wick in Caithness."
"Transport was paralysed across much of northern Britain. Network Rail closed all rail lines north of the Central Belt from midday, while a number of roads have been blocked."
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