The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind covering London and most of England and Wales. The warning is in effect from 8pm Sunday September 14th to 6pm Monday September 15th, with gusts of up to 55mph expected across inland areas.
Wind speeds of 45-55mph are predicted widely inland, while exposed coasts and hills could see gusts reaching 60-70mph. The warning covers nine regions including London and South East England, with major cities like Bristol, Brighton and Nottingham also affected.
Strong west or southwesterly winds will arrive across coastal areas of southwest England and Wales during Sunday evening. The winds will then develop more widely inland during Monday morning before slowly easing from the west later on Monday evening.
Travel disruption expected
Transport services face potential delays and alterations, with road, rail, air and ferry services all at risk of disruption. Power cuts are also possible across affected areas during the 22-hour warning period.
Londoners should check road conditions before driving and monitor bus or train timetables for delays. Heavy rain is expected in the afternoon on Sunday, with the extreme weather clearing by Tuesday as conditions settle.
Only Manchester Evening News reports that Storm Amy has been confirmed as the first name for the 2025/2026 season, though it has not been officially assigned to this weather system.
Safety preparations advised
The Met Office recommends securing loose outdoor items including bins, plant pots and garden furniture before the winds arrive. Trampolines should be turned upside down and secured with tent pegs, while shed doors must be locked.
Residents should prepare for potential power cuts by gathering torches, batteries and mobile phone power packs. If travel is necessary, drivers should plan routes carefully, drive slowly and give extra room to cyclists, motorcyclists and high-sided vehicles.
People should stay indoors as much as possible during the high winds. When going outside, avoid walking or sheltering close to buildings and trees to reduce injury risk.
Sources used: "Evening Standard", "Express", "Coventry Telegraph", "WalesOnline", "Manchester Evening News"
Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
