Weather expert reveals how Hurricane Erin will impact Scotland as 140mph storm hurtles across Atlantic

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A WEATHER expert has assured Scots not to be 'concerned' about Hurricane Erin.
The tail end of the weather phenomenon is expected to hit the country this weekend.
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STV weatherman has revealed Hurricane Erin's impact on Scotland
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The Met Office has warned that the major category three hurricane will cross the Atlantic, possibly reaching UK shores by Sunday night.
The forecaster said the weather could become increasingly unsettled, with the risk of heavy downpours and windy weather to come.
No official weather warnings have been issued, but teams will continue to monitor the situation as the storm crosses The Pond.
It could spell an end to the country's long spell of dry weather, with the UK on track for one of its hottest summers on record.
And STV meteorologist Sean Batty has put Scots minds at rest with his forecast.
He said: 'The vast majority of current computer models don't indicate any significant impact on the UK next week.
'That said, forecasting the remnants of hurricanes can be tricky, especially this far in advance.
'Right now, only about 5-10 per cent of models show a deep low-pressure system west of the UK by Monday.
'A more likely outcome is that Erin's remnants will simply bring an end to the drier, more settled weather we've been enjoying, leading to more changeable conditions later next week.
'As it stands, there's nothing that raises concern. However, if that changes, I'll be sure to keep you updated.'
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However meteorologist Marco Petagna admitted there was still uncertainty as to how much of an impact the hurricane would have.
He said: "Any remnants of the hurricane aren't expected to have an impact on the UK until early next week.
"From late Sunday the uncertainty starts to kick in. There's a risk of rain developing, a potential for things to turn increasingly unsettled.
"It's likely becoming more unsettled early to middle part of next week, at this stage we can't be too firm on the details.