#StormEowyn has hit #Ireland, parts of northern #Britain and #Scotland causing widespread destruction, disrupting transport and leaving hundreds of thousands without power.
In Ireland, Mace Head, County Galway, recorded winds of 114 mph (183 km/h), breaking a national record set more than 80 years ago. The highest average wind speed since the #storm began was 81 mph (130 km/h), equivalent to #hurricane force.
In County Donegal, a 20-year-old man died when a tree fell on his car.
The storm also left a significant mark on the UK. In Drumalbin, South Lanarkshire, Scotland, winds reached 100 mph (161 km/h).
More than a thousand flights were cancelled.  Meteorological services have issued a rare "red alert" indicating a threat to life, urging people to stay at home and avoid travel. #climate #climatechange #GrandeFratello