Strong winds of up to 65mph are set to batter parts of England, Wales and Northern Ireland tomorrow morning, prompting the Met Office to issue a yellow weather warning for 11 areas across the UK.
Coastal locations face the strongest gusts, with winds reaching 65mph in exposed areas and 50-55mph further inland. The South West, including Cornwall and Devon, and coastal areas of North East England are among the worst-affected regions. Welsh coastal communities and higher ground are particularly vulnerable, whilst Northern Ireland's western and northern coastlines also fall within the warning zone.
Transport networks face significant disruption, with possible delays to road, rail, air and ferry services. High-sided vehicles on exposed routes are particularly at risk. Power cuts are likely, and coastal areas could see dangerous large waves and spray that pose a risk to life. Temporary structures including fences may suffer damage.
Residents are urged to secure loose garden items such as trampolines, furniture and bins before the winds arrive. Motorists driving high-sided vehicles should exercise extreme caution, whilst those living near coasts must stay away from sea fronts and piers due to dangerous wave conditions.
The strong winds will persist for several hours before gradually easing later in the day. Temperatures will remain mild at 8°C to 12°C across affected regions, though wind chill will make conditions feel considerably colder. The Met Office continues monitoring the situation and will update warnings if forecasts change.
Source: Met Office