Weather warnings are now in place in six counties as Storm Floris makes landfall in Ireland. Met Éireann has warned that the storm is likely to bring very strong and blustery southwest winds veering westerly, with some damaging gusts, as well as spells of heavy rain with a chance of thunder.

Status yellow wind and rain warnings have been issued by Met Éireann for eight counties as Storm Floris is set to bring “very strong and blustery winds” on Monday. The forecaster warned of some “damaging gusts”, possibly dangerous driving conditions, structural damage and power outages in some areas.

Wind gusts of more than 80 miles per hour are possible on Monday, especially in Scotland, as officials warned residents to stay inside.