The storm was forecast to cross the Atlantic Ocean and affect the British Isles from January 26 to 28 . The storm was expected to be less severe , with rain rather than snow ; however , the possibility of strong winds and localized flooding was noted . Particular concern was raised over areas that suffered from significant flooding during the preceding months . Wind gusts as high as were forecast for the Hebrides and for coastal Scotland . The storm in the British Isles was far less severe than in the United States and Storm Gertrude a few days later may have been worse
suffered from significant flooding
2015–16 Great Britain and Ireland floods
January 2016 United States blizzard