The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds across most of England and Wales. The warning is active from 8pm on Sunday until 6pm on Monday, covering a 22-hour period of potentially disruptive weather.
West and southwesterly winds are expected to bring gusts of 45-55mph widely across inland areas. Exposed coasts and hills could see stronger gusts of 60-70mph, with the most severe conditions anticipated on Monday morning.
Transport and infrastructure impact
Travel disruptions are likely across the affected regions, with delays expected to road, rail, air and ferry services. Power cuts may affect some communities, whilst large waves could impact coastal areas.
Bridge closures and restrictions on high-sided vehicles are possible during peak wind periods. According to the Nottingham Post, specific regional peaks are forecast at 11am Monday, with Nottingham expecting 52mph gusts, Derby 51mph, and Lincoln 49mph.
Metro reports that exposed moorland roads in Devon and Cornwall will be particularly affected by the conditions. The weather system represents typical autumn conditions rather than an exceptional event.
Safety preparations
The public is advised to secure loose outdoor items such as garden furniture and trampolines before the winds arrive. Drivers should check travel conditions and allow extra time for journeys.
The weather system will not be classified as a named storm, as it does not meet the criteria for storm designation. Yorkshire reports that interactive wind tracking tools are available for real-time monitoring of conditions across the affected areas.
Sources used: "Independent", "Metro", "Nottingham Post", "Yorkshire" Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
