Those who had outdoorsy plans this weekend might need to reconsider, as Storm Éowyn is going to batter Bristol and most of Scotland, England and Wales. The Met Office has announced a Yellow Weather Warning for Wind for this Friday (January 24), as locals and visitors alike are urged to plan ahead of the storm.
Storm Éowyn has been forecast to bring wind gusts of up to 60-70mph inland, and coastal areas seeing up to 80-90 mph. Bristol is looking likely to face wind gusts of up to 50mph on Friday, however, with possible travel disruptions.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Mike Silverstone said: “Storm Éowyn will bring a period of very unsettled, potentially disruptive, weather to the UK through Friday and into Saturday.
“The strongest gusts are likely to be felt across parts of Northern Ireland, northern England, northwestern Wales and western Scotland, where exposed sites could get gusts in excess of 80mph, which has the potential to cause impacts for those in these areas. There will also be some heavy rain, bringing some unpleasant conditions to end the week.
“The initial warning for Storm Éowyn has been issued several days in advance, so it’s important to stay up to date with the forecast as further details emerge in the coming days.”
RAC Breakdown spokesperson Alice Simpson said: “The wet and windy weather brought about by Storm Éowyn will make driving much more of a challenge towards the end of this week, especially for those in the west of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Strong winds mean there’s a higher likelihood of fallen branches and trees on rural routes between motorways and A-roads, which can obstruct journeys and puncture tyres if not carefully avoided.
“Drivers also need to be well aware of the buffeting effect of sudden gusts, especially along coastlines and exposed areas where the worst weather is expected. High-sided vehicles are most at risk of being blown off course, but cars can also be affected as they pass lorries on the motorway and are then hit by the wind on the other side. It’s best to keep speeds low and have a firm grip on the wheel to avoid being caught off-guard, especially in areas where heavy rain will affect visibility.”
The exact times of the Yellow Weather Warning for Wind
The Yellow Weather Warning for Wind is in place in Bristol between 12am to 11:59pm on January 24.
