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International Business Times UK
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Rohit David

Hurricane Erin Set To Hit UK: How Strong Is The Storm And Which Areas Could Be Hit The Hardest?

Hurricane Erin, now a Category 3, will bring heavy rain and strong winds to southern and western UK from 19-28 Aug (Credit: Pixabay)

Hurricane Erin, the first major hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic season, is set to bring unsettled weather to the UK as its remnants traverse the Atlantic.

Having peaked as a Category 5 storm with winds of 160 mph (260 km/h), the storm has weakened but is expected to influence UK weather with heavy rain and strong winds from 19 August to 28 August, most likely affecting the upcoming long weekend.

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