A ‘very widespread’ storm is forecast to hit Britain with strong winds and heavy rain as multiple amber warnings come into force, the Met Office has said.
Storm Isha – the ninth storm since September – is expected to bring winds of up to 80mph, potentially causing power cuts and increased congestion as roads and bridges are likely to be shut, while rail and bus services could face delays and cancellations.
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The Met Office issued amber weather warnings for wind for northern and western England, Wales, Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland from Sunday evening into Monday.
Another one will come in across parts of Sussex and Kent from Monday morning.
Forecasters also warned of large waves and flying debris being blown inland in coastal areas, posing a potential risk to life and damage to buildings.
Yellow warnings for rain and wind are in place for the rest of the country over the next two days, and eight flood warnings are already in place across England.
The heaviest rain is expected today, with 30mm to 50mm in many places and 80mm to 100mm in hillier areas.
Met Office forecaster Ellie Glaisyer said: “The main thing about this storm is it is very widespread…
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Source: news.sky.com
This notice was published: 2024-01-21 01:01:00
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