Households in the UK are being urged to cut down tree branches ahead of this coming weekend. The British summer is on its way out with heavy rain and gusty winds set to sweep over the UK.

With the Met Office declaring the start of the 2025 storm season, the first named storm of the year could introduce itself this weekend.

Storm Amy could make an appearance before the week is out, as a deepening area of low-pressure looks set to develop over the North Atlantic in the coming days.

With this autumn weather pending, experts say your property is about to face its biggest test of the year yet.

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A single overhanging branch weakened by summer heat can become a weapon in a strong gust of wind, causing a disastrous and expensive r

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