Storm Mathis is set to tear through the UK in a matter of hours, bringing gale-force winds and heavy rain in its wake.
Named by French forecaster Meteo France, the cyclonic low pressure system is set travel across the English Channel, arriving to the UK on Friday morning - possibly causing "structural damage to buildings".
Southern parts of the UK are likely set to be most affected, with possible risks of flash flooding. Weather warnings are in place for southern England and Wales that are set to last until 6pm Friday evening.