Storm Ashley, the first named storm of the 2024/25 season in Europe, is rapidly intensifying and is expected to bring significant impacts to Ireland and Scotland. As of Friday, October 18, 2024, forecast models indicate that Ashley will bring hurricane-force winds to coastal regions of Ireland and Scotland by Saturday and Sunday.
The most powerful storm for 30 years has battered large parts of Central and Northern Norway, affecting power, transport links, and other infrastructure.
Record-low temperatures are gripping Norway, presenting challenges for residents.
Europe has experienced an unprecedented heatwave, with record-breaking warmth extending from September well into mid-October. But now, a dramatic reversal of conditions is looming as a cold front sweeps across the continent, delivering the first frosts of the season to low-lying areas in western and central Europe.
