The Met Office has placed yellow weather warnings across Scotland and the rest of the UK as the country prepares for Storm Éowyn, the fifth storm of the meteorological year.The yellow warnings have been set for strong winds all day on Friday (January 24) and up to 3pm on Saturday (January 25).
The latest storm that is heading toward Britain, fuelled by a powerful Atlantic jet stream intensified by North America’s recent cold snap.West Dunbartonshire is bracing for powerful winds as Storm Éowyn sweeps across the entire country and ales could surge to a staggering 90mph, bringing disruptive conditions to the region, reports the Mirror.
Ahead of this week's weather chaos, a yellow weather warning for rush hour fog is in force for Dumfries and Galloway till 11am on Wednesday (January 22).Speaking for Friday's outlook, Meteorologist Clare Nasir said: "Winds across the central part of the country, Northern Ireland, southern and central parts of Scotland, Wales and Northern England could reach 70-80mph. "Wind warnings have been issued for most of the country.
There will be some heavy rain associated with it as well, preceded by snow, particularly across Central and Northern areas of Scotland before it all clears away."The 'danger to life' warning from the national forecaster is urging those in affected areas that risk accidents from flying debris, waves and beach material to stay vigilant.
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