Storm Ashley brings rail, road and air disruption, with the UK on high alert for flood warnings.

Your support helps us tell the story

read more

According to most opinion polls, this election is still hot. In a fight with such thin margins, we need reporters on the ground talking to the people Trump and Harris are courting. Your support allows us to continue sending reporters to the stories.

The Independent is trusted by 27 million Americans every month, across the political spectrum. Unlike other quality news outlets, we choose not to block our reporting and analysis behind a paywall. But quality journalism still needs to be paid for.

Please help us continue to uncover these important stories. Your support makes a big difference.

CloseRead MoreClose

Storm Ashley caused travel disruptions and flooding across the UK due to strong winds and rain.

Dozens of flights were canceled at Belfast City Airport and Dublin Airport, while several flights to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen were also canceled as wind speeds exceeded 80mph in some areas.

Police Scotland advised drivers to plan ahead and avoid unnecessary travel as road chaos is likely, while Transport Scotland warned public transport delays were likely.

CalMac, the ferry operator operating on Scotland's west coast, canceled most sailings on Sunday due to the suspension of services on the islands of Arran, Bute, Lewis and Harris due to worsening sea conditions caused by strong winds. Canceled.

Parts of Worcester have been left under water after the River Severn burst its banks due to flooding.

The first named storm of the season is likely to bring threats of injury and risk to life, the National Weather Service said.

Waves crashing against the sea defenses at Saltcoats, Scotland (Getty)

An amber warning for strong winds has been issued for all of Scotland and Northern Ireland and parts of north-west England and Wales from 3am to midnight on Sunday.

An amber warning has been issued for north-west Scotland from 9am to midnight, with the Met Office warning there could be a risk of injury and life from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, beaches and private property.

Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has issued 47 flood warnings, with 10 flood warnings across large areas of the country.

A yellow Met Office wind warning will be in place for northern Scotland from midnight Sunday until 9am Monday.

Waves at Blackrock Diving Tower in Salt Hill, Galway (PA)

Further south, the Met Office has issued a yellow warning of possible travel disruptions and power outages due to flooding for south-west England and South Wales until noon on Sunday.

The Environment Agency has issued 45 active flood warnings, meaning expected flooding, and 96 flood alerts, meaning flooding is possible. The warning covers several areas of the south Cornwall coast and Wye Estuary.

Natural Resources Wales said eight flood warnings and 12 flood alerts were in place.

Met Office meteorologist Dan Stroud warned that very strong and severe gales were occurring on Sunday, coinciding with high tide, which could lead to very large waves.

Mr Stroud said strong, gale-force winds were expected to continue into Monday morning, meaning fallen debris and trees could impact commuters early in the week.

A Storm Ashley weather warning is in effect for the entire country (PA).

The forecaster added that Sunday will be a very windy day with storms in the northwest.

Rain will spread east before clearing, but gusty winds will move east in the afternoon.

Meteorologist Ellie Glaisyer said: “Parts of western Scotland could see gusts of 70 to 80mph during the afternoon.” Much of England and Wales will become drier and brighter with clear skies during the afternoon.

Winds are expected to ease on Monday as the rain moves southeast. It is expected that the turmoil in North Korea will continue throughout this week.

What Are The Main Benefits Of Comparing Car Insurance Quotes Online

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / June 24, 2020, / Compare-autoinsurance.Org has launched a new blog post that presents the main benefits of comparing multiple car insurance quotes. For more info and free online quotes, please visit https://compare-autoinsurance.Org/the-advantages-of-comparing-prices-with-car-insurance-quotes-online/ The modern society has numerous technological advantages. One important advantage is the speed at which information is sent and received. With the help of the internet, the shopping habits of many persons have drastically changed. The car insurance industry hasn't remained untouched by these changes. On the internet, drivers can compare insurance prices and find out which sellers have the best offers. View photos The advantages of comparing online car insurance quotes are the following: Online quotes can be obtained from anywhere and at any time. Unlike physical insurance agencies, websites don't have a specific schedule and they are available at any time. Drivers that have busy working schedules, can compare quotes from anywhere and at any time, even at midnight. Multiple choices. Almost all insurance providers, no matter if they are well-known brands or just local insurers, have an online presence. Online quotes will allow policyholders the chance to discover multiple insurance companies and check their prices. Drivers are no longer required to get quotes from just a few known insurance companies. Also, local and regional insurers can provide lower insurance rates for the same services. Accurate insurance estimates. Online quotes can only be accurate if the customers provide accurate and real info about their car models and driving history. Lying about past driving incidents can make the price estimates to be lower, but when dealing with an insurance company lying to them is useless. Usually, insurance companies will do research about a potential customer before granting him coverage. Online quotes can be sorted easily. Although drivers are recommended to not choose a policy just based on its price, drivers can easily sort quotes by insurance price. Using brokerage websites will allow drivers to get quotes from multiple insurers, thus making the comparison faster and easier. For additional info, money-saving tips, and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.Org/ Compare-autoinsurance.Org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc. "Online quotes can easily help drivers obtain better car insurance deals. All they have to do is to complete an online form with accurate and real info, then compare prices", said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company. CONTACT: Company Name: Internet Marketing CompanyPerson for contact Name: Gurgu CPhone Number: (818) 359-3898Email: [email protected]: https://compare-autoinsurance.Org/ SOURCE: Compare-autoinsurance.Org View source version on accesswire.Com:https://www.Accesswire.Com/595055/What-Are-The-Main-Benefits-Of-Comparing-Car-Insurance-Quotes-Online View photos