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Storm Lilian brings gales this morning

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23 August 2024

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Storm Lilian brings gales this morning

Wind map showing Storm Lilian over the UK.Gale force winds from Storm Lilian impact the UK this morning.

Storm Lilian arrives today, with the biggest impacts already unfolding early this morning.

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Welcome to the breakfast brief, offering a first look at today's weather and a sneak peek at the day's news.

Weather outlook

Storm Lilian is pushing strong gusting winds, gale force in some areas, across the UK this morning, likely to cause some disruption to any morning commutes.

Alongside the winds, heavy rain stretches over the UK too, heaviest across Scotland and northern England. A dry morning in Ireland gives way to showers by the afternoon.

Warmest in south-east England, with temperatures widely in the high teens.

What's coming up in the news

Your Friday trend will arrive this afternoon with all you need to know for the days and weeks ahead, while today we focus on the impact of Storm Lilian.

The latest weekend outlook will arrive on Saturday morning, for the extended bank holiday weekend, while Sunday brings a fresh collection of user images.

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