The Met Office warns of severe weather, with strong winds affecting most of the UK, while the southeast may escape the worst of it.
London: The Met Office has just issued a serious “danger to life” warning. Strong winds are set to hit the UK this Friday. Most areas will feel the impact, except for the southeast, which might get lucky.
Storm Éowyn is on its way, expected to pass near the northwest of the UK. It should clear out by Saturday. While the exact path of the storm is still a bit uncertain, we can expect some really strong winds. Initially, they’ll come from the southeast, then switch to the west. Gusts could reach 50-60 mph inland and even 60-70 mph along the coasts. In some exposed spots in western Scotland, we might see gusts up to 80 mph!
As the day goes on, the winds will start to calm down in the southern areas. But there’s a warning that some buildings could get damaged, like tiles flying off roofs. Power outages are also likely, which could mess with mobile phone coverage and other services.
Travel could be a hassle too. Road, rail, air, and ferry services might face delays or cancellations. Some roads and bridges could even close. There’s a real risk of injuries from flying debris, and big waves could splash onto coastal roads and properties.
Andrea Bishop from the Met Office said Storm Éowyn will bring some pretty wild weather to the UK on Friday and Saturday. Pronounced “Ay-oh-win,” it’ll start affecting the weather in the northwest first, bringing heavy rain along with those strong winds.
Keep an eye on updates from the Met Office. They’ll be fine-tuning the forecast as the week goes on, so it’s a good idea to check your local weather and stay informed.
