Storm Arwen Waves Crash Against Lighthouse Off Northern Ireland

Large waves whipped up by Storm Arwen – the UK’s first winter storm – crashed against a lighthouse on Rathlin Island in Northern Ireland on November 26, as seen in this footage from Rathlin resident Douglas Cecil.

The UK’s Met Office had issued a “yellow warning” for the region, predicting high winds.

A “rare red weather warning” was issued for coastal areas in the northeast of the UK until November 27. Credit: Douglas Cecil via Storyful

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