Storm Bram batters Britain and Ireland with strong winds and heavy rain

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Steven MorrisDecember 9, 2025 at 09:59 AM

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Storm Bram is currently battering Britain and Ireland, prompting weather warnings and potential danger to life. Amber warnings are in place for south Wales, southwest England, and northwest Scotland due to heavy rain and winds reaching up to 90mph. Over 300 flood warnings and alerts are active across England, Wales, and Scotland, with drivers facing difficult conditions and potential travel delays. The Republic of Ireland is under an orange weather warning, with saturated soil increasing the risk of flooding. Northern Ireland also has an amber wind warning, leading to the closure of Belfast's Christmas market. Forecasters predict significant rainfall, potentially causing flooding, power cuts, and travel disruptions across affected areas.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Republic of Ireland 40% Scotland 50% Wales 60% England ×260% Ireland ×270% UK Met Office ×280% Britain ×280% Storm Bram ×5100%

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storm bram 100% heavy rain 90% strong winds 90% weather warnings 80% flooding 80% travel delays 60% met office 50% road closures 50% power cuts 40%

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Very Negative

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The Guardian - World News

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Center-Left (-0.40)

Far LeftCenterFar Right

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90%

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Britain

This article was automatically classified using rule-based analysis. The political bias score ranges from -1 (far left) to +1 (far right).

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