Strong winds whipped up by Storm Floris blew a bin into a homeowner's car in Barra, Scotland, on August 4.

Video Credit: Ian Ricketts (@TheBarraDood)

Footage filmed by Ian Ricketts (@TheBarraDood) captures a dramatic scene during Storm Floris in Barra, Scotland, on August 4, 2025. A wheelie bin is propelled by powerful gusts toward a red car—barely missing it—a stark visual of the storm’s destructive force.
Storm Floris was widely unusual for August, delivering gusts as high as 134 mph on Cairn Gorm and up to 79 mph at low-level sites including South Uist and Kinloss. The Met Office issued an amber “danger to life” warning across much of Scotland and yellow alerts across northern England, Wales, and Northern Ireland
Transport systems were heavily disrupted: Loganair cancelled flights to Barra and other islands, trains were suspended across Scotland, and ferry routes were cancelled Over 22,000 homes lost power in northern regions, and roads and bridges were blocked by fallen trees and debris
The narrow dodge between bin and car highlights how flying debris—like bins and outdoor furniture—can cause serious property damage or personal injury. Reports included a similar incident resulting in around £800 worth of car repairs, underscoring the real-world risks from such storms.
This event echoes a growing pattern of unpredictable and dangerous summer weather in the UK. As Storm Floris demonstrates, climate change continues to alter seasonal norms, creating powerful storms during periods once considered relatively safe.

Bin Blown Toward Car in Barra as Storm Floris Strikes Scotland with Record August Winds