Ireland and Scotland are braced for a storm spiraling in from the Atlantic, bringing gusts of up to 100 m.p.h., with forecasters warning of a danger to life.

"An Garda Síochána warns all members of the public that a Status Red severe weather warning means ‘shelter in place’. People in areas during the times affected by red warnings should stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel and take action to protect themselves and their properties," said a gardai spokesperson.

Among them is an amber alert, warns of danger to life from flying debris, power cuts and disruption as WXCharts.com maps show winds exceeding 80mph hitting the region. This will be in place from 6am to 9pm and will affect a large part of the region.