The Met Office has issud a yellow weather warning for Tuesday, October 27. The alert which is in place for a large part of Scotland, parts of Northern Ireland, and northern England from 3am to 11:59pm warns that “strong winds could lead to damaging gusts and transport disruption”. It comes as Storm Boelo has torn through the UK over the weekend. The weather agency is warning Brits to be remain careful during the intense weather conditions, urging that people stay indoors as much as they can. However, for those who have to travel on Tuesday, the Met Office has laid advice on how to stay safe during storms, rain and strong wind.
The Met Office warned: “Roads will be more slippery than usual in wet weather – be sure to give yourself more time to react when approaching a hazard. Increase your following gap to at least four seconds from the moving traffic in front.”
While Tuesday’s alert is for wind, the Met Office warns that large breaking waves sweeping about, and that wind can easily unsettle vehicles. It urged drivers to grip steering wheels “firmly with both hands” especially when planning to over take.
The Met Office added: “Remember to give vulnerable road users including cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians more room than usual. They are more likely to be blown around by side winds – always keep a safe distance.”
The details of Tuesday’s warning states: “Strong west to southwesterly winds are expected to spread across much of Scotland, the north of Northern Ireland and northern England on Tuesday.
“Gusts of 50-60 mph are possible quite widely and some coastal or exposed areas could see gusts of 70 mph or more, but at this time there is some uncertainty in where, and how strong, the peak gusts will be. The strongest of the winds will reduce from the southwest later on Tuesday, with the far north of Scotland the last to see winds ease.”
UK households should expect damage to buildings, a slight chance of power cuts, road and bridge closures, and a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris.
Brits should ensure they are keeping up to date with local weather forecasts and weather warnings as they can change quickly.