The severe storm, which has created gusts of wind of up to 122mph, began to hit the UK this morning (Friday 18 February), grounding flights, forcing hundreds of school and nursery closures and leaving some homes without power.
Two red warnings - meaning there is a ‘danger to life’ - were put in place by the Met Office for parts of south-west England and South Wales, as well as the East of England, including London. Amber and yellow warnings are in place for the rest of the country.
The storm has led to many settings closing their doors in order to keep staff and children safe.
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