The promenade at Blackpool was largely deserted as the wind and rain persuaded people to stay indoors while in Birmingham brollies were out in force, although one man opened his arms and embraced the rain.

placeholder image — The promenade at Blackpool was largely deserted as the wind and rain persuaded people to stay indoors while in Birmingham brollies were out in force, although one man opened his arms and embraced the rain.

In Pictures: UK and Ireland facing the wrath of Storm Floris

By Staff reporter

Published 4th Aug 2025, 15:19 GMT

Updated 4th Aug 2025, 15:25 GMT

Weather warnings were in place as Storm Floris made its presence felt in the UK and Ireland.

Spectators at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival had to brave inclement conditions to watch artists perform on the Royal Mile.

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