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.

Several weather warnings - ranging from yellow to red - have been issued across the country, with the worst conditions expected to hit Northern Ireland and Scotland

The Met Office has issued more yellow weather warnings for the UK after Storm Éowyn - a storm they described as the most intense in 30 years.

Rail services and flights have been axed, with rare red weather warnings issued for Scotland and Northern Ireland. The Met Office extended its rare red weather warning at 11am to cover more of Scotland until 5pm, while Northern has issued a 'do not travel' warning for much of the north, including Greater Manchester.

The Met Office outlook for Friday reads: "Very windy and cloudy with showers or longer spells of rain, showers becoming wintry in the evening. Severe gale or storm force westerly winds, easing through the afternoon. Cold. Maximum temperature 5 °C."

While driving during a red weather warning may not automatically invalidate your insurance, it could create problems if you make a claim. If your insurer can prove negligence (driving on a road when advised not to) they could refuse your claim, according to Traffic Scotland.