DEVELOPING: Storm Amy Slams UK with Torrential Rain and Devastating Winds

BREAKING NEWS Storm Amy Brings Devastating Winds, Heavy Rain to UK A man in his 40s has died in the Republic of Ireland due to a "weather-related incident" on Friday afternoon, as Storm Amy continues to slam the UK with torrential rain and strong winds. The storm has left thousands without power across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Heavy rain and gusts of over 100mph have caused widespread disruption, with many railway lines and roads closed and ferry services disrupted. In Scotland, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) is working to reconnect 34,000 customers after around 9,000 properties remain without power in Northern Ireland. A yellow warning for winds was in place for the rest of the UK throughout most of Saturday, while an amber wind warning was issued for parts of northern Scotland. A gust of 96mph was recorded on Tiree in the Inner Hebrides, and Northern Ireland saw its highest October gust on record. The storm is expected to continue causing disruption into Sunday, with further updates to follow as more information becomes available. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*