Storm Floris is set to hit Merseyside on Monday, bringing strong winds and torrential rain. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for the region and much of the North West due to the storm, while in Scotland an amber warning has been issued.

The Met Office has issued a weather warning covering half of the UK as Storm Floris is due to bring 85mph winds - Brits have been told to prepare some essential items in advance

The Met Office has issued two weather warnings across the UK as Storm Floris approaches, bringing with it heavy rainfall and powerful winds reaching up to 85 mph. The warnings, now active, are already affecting transport services.