A fourth storm dubbed Storm Gladys could blast the UK before the end of this week, forecasters predict.
Further gale force winds could hit the isles on Thursday, just days after Storms Dudley, Eunice, and Franklin wreaked havoc across most of the UK.
In response the Met Office issued several weather notices, including rare red warnings advising people in the south of England and Wales to remain indoors as blustery winds raged outside.
