Storm Floris, named by the Met Office, is predicted to have "unseasonably strong winds". The amber warning covers a wide area from the central belt - including Glasgow and Edinburgh - to the Highlands. Gusts of up to 85mph are likely to hit exposed western coastlines and hills, while winds of 70mph are expected elsewhere.

Storm Floris is nearing the UK - with train companies in the hardest-hit areas urging passengers not to travel today. The Met Office has issued an amber "danger to life" warning for wind in parts of Scotland,

The Met Office issues strong warnings for Storm Floris which is expected to hit Scotland with winds as strong as 85mph.