The warning is only issued in the event of extreme weather.The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for Scotland this week.It comes as Storm Éowyn approaches the country, with Scottish weather presenter Judith Ralston calling it “one major storm” and saying: “I’ve not seen anything like it in my career”.

Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a rare red warning about Storm Éowyn, which will hit tomorrow morning and last until the afternoon. Winds could hit up to 85mph on exposed coastal areas and higher ground. It's thought it'll cause widespread disruption and damage - particularly because previous storms have of weakened and other structures.

Met Office deputy chief meteorologist Mike Silverstone said: “The strongest gusts are likely to be felt across parts of Northern Ireland, northern England, north-western Wales and western Scotland, where exposed sites could get gusts in excess of 80mph, which has the potential to cause impacts for those in these areas.