The Met Office has issued new widespread warnings for wind. The yellow weather alerts will be in place between Sunday, September 14, at 8pm and Monday, September 15, at 6pm. The new 22-hour warning covers the whole of southern England, Wales and the midlands.
Wind gusts are expected to hit 45-55 mph inland whilst these could hit 60-70 mph at times along exposed coasts and hills. In its alert the forecaster says strong west or southwesterly winds will arrive across coastal areas of southwest England and Wales during Sunday evening, then develop more widely inland during Monday morning. Winds will only slowly ease from the west later in the afternoon and into Monday evening.
Brits are being warned that the strong and gusty winds are likely to cause some disruption to travel and interruptions to power.
There may be some some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport. Aswell as this some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves.
The forecaster adds that some some bus and train services could be affected, with some journeys taking longer.
And among the other advice, it says: “Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include; bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
“Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.”
An additional warning was issued to those living on the coast. The Met Office said: “Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.”
In it’s weather outlook for Sunday and Monday the Met Office says: “Widely wet and windy on Sunday with coastal gales possible across the southwest. Further blustery showers through Monday, before turning more settled from Tuesday with winds and showers easing.”
