A Met Office map shows areas 'at risk' of being battered by the tail end of Hurricane Kirk next week, with heavy rain and strong winds set to hit parts of the UK

Heavy wind and rain will be brought by the remnants of the major storm as it sweeps across the Atlantic towards Europe.

Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to hit parts of the UK as the aftermath of Hurricane Kirk hits British shores, bringing a period of unsettled weather.

The ex-hurricane is moving its way across the Atlantic and heading towards Europe meaning we will see temperatures plummet in its wake

We're in for a mix of sunny spells and heavy showers this week according to Met Eireann, while Carlow Weather has given an update on the aftermath of Hurricane Kirk

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The Met Office issued a warning of potentially disruptive weather brought about by the tail end of the major storm as it sweeps towards Europe.

After a very mild start to the week, temperatures will plummet heading into next weekend, but Ireland is set to miss Hurricane Kirk as it makes a significant impact elsewhere in Europe