Storm Ashley Update: Flights Cancelled and Flood Alerts Issued

Storm Ashley has sparked amber and yellow weather warnings in parts of the UK. The Met Office predicts that the season's first named storm "will bring a spell of very strong winds, probably causing some disruption on Sunday."

The amber warning is in force until the end of the day and covers parts of western Scotland and Northern Ireland. 

Meanwhile, a yellow warning is in force for areas of West Wales, much of Scotland, and Northern England.

Flooding is forecast in low-lying areas and roadways beginning at 2 a.m. tomorrow in the following locations:

• Seacombe Promenade - peaking around 2 am

• Wallasey Dock - peaking around 2 am

• Rock Park - peaking around 2.15 am

• Hale Village - peaking around 2.30 am

Storm Ashley

Flights have been canceled due to weather conditions. Passengers affected by these cancellations have been notified via email about their reroute or refund options.

In addition, Aer Lingus has canceled the following flights from Manchester airport:

• 4.15 pm Aer Lingus flight EI3615 to Belfast (Belfast City Airport)

• 5.25 pm Aer Lingus flight EI3327 to Dublin

• 7.40 pm Aer Lingus flight EI3619 to Belfast (Belfast City Airport)

• 8.55 pm Aer Lingus flight EI3329 to Dublin

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