Damage warning as Storm Amy brings strong winds and rain

Schools closed early, ferry sailings were cancelled and amber weather warnings were in place as Storm Amy swept into Britain from the Atlantic yesterday, with the threat of 100mph winds.

- Mark Brown North of England correspondent

The first named storm of the season prompted weather warnings throughout Britain.

The north and west of Scotland were expected to be the worst hit, with a Met Office warning of damaging winds in place this morning.

People living in parts of the Highlands and Western Isles have been warned of a danger to life from flying debris and of potential power cuts, road closures and damage to buildings.

Forecasters said the winds could reach 100mph in some exposed parts of western Scotland, particularly around Tiree, western Lochaber and Skye. Gusts of 60-70mph will be more widespread.