Storm Eowyn brings heavy rain and strong winds to the UK as naming process for future storms is explained

Storm Eowyn is set to hit the UK, bringing wet weather and winds up to 50 mph. The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for various regions, including Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland, as conditions worsen by Friday. Eowyn is the fourth named storm of the season. The naming process involves collaboration between the Met Office, Met Éireann, and KNMI, with names chosen from an alphabetical list, excluding certain letters. The names aim to enhance public awareness of severe weather. Upcoming storm names for 2024 include Kathleen, named after two Irish scientists. The tradition of naming storms began in the US in 1950 to improve communication and public safety regarding weather events.