High winds and rain hit Northern Britain

A severe storm hit Scotland's West Coast, bringing some of the strongest winds ever recorded in the country. A peak wind speed of 164 miles per hour was measured at the summit of Cairngorm mountain. The storm caused significant damage inland, including a tree falling through a roof in the village of Gifford, East Lothian, illustrating the widespread impact of the winds.

What geographical area was affected by the storm as mentioned in the text?

What can be inferred about the strength of the winds mentioned in the text?

What was the recorded top speed of the winds on the summit of the Cairngorm mountain?

Describe the damage caused by the storm in the village of Gifford.

How did the storm impact the environment, based on the text?