Storm Éowyn RECAP: Edinburgh battered by hurricane-force winds as red wind warning in place

Scotland was battered by hurricane-force winds on Friday, with residents forced indoors and urged to avoid travelling as Storm Éowyn swept across the country.

Schools and businesses closed for the day due to a rare red wind warning having been issued across the central belt, western Scotland and the borders.

Trains and buses were also cancelled and the Met Office and Police Scotland urged people not to drive.

We had all the latest updates on the storm throughout the day and you can see a recap of the main stories below.

News you can trust since 1873
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice