Take a look at some of the pictures of the storm from across the country. Storm Floris hit many parts of the UK, including Northern Ireland. It was the sixth storm of the season, and the first to hit the UK and Ireland since Storm Éowyn in January It was a similar story in Blackpool,

Storm Floris is bringing strong winds and rain to Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of north of England. Amber weather warnings are in place while thousands of homes are without power. The high winds are also having a major impact on rail services,

Weather warnings are in force as Storm Floris begins to batter the UK and Ireland, with high winds hitting coastal areas and travel disruption expected.