Lorries have fallen onto their sides, trees have blown over, and three men in Merseyside ignored safety warnings and went for a dip in the sea.
Meanwhile, North Yorkshire has been blanketed with a covering of snow - including Tan Hill Inn, Britain's highest pub.
As we wait in Yorkshire to feel the full impact of the storm - expected later on this afternoon - here are the wildest photos from around the UK today (Friday, February 18).
1. Wild waves
Waves crash against the sea wall and Porthcawl Lighthouse in Porthcawl, Bridgend, Wales
2. Cornwall
A fallen tree on Egloshaye Road in Wadebridge, north Cornwall Photo: Wadebridge Community Fire Station via PA
3. Wales
A striking image of waves crashing against Porthcawl Lighthouse in Porthcawl, Bridgend, Wales
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