WEATHER WARNING INCREASED TO AMBER AHEAD OF STORM ÉOWYN

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A severe weather warning has been issued for the UK ahead of Storm Éowyn, which is expected to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and snow on Friday. The Met Office has upgraded the weather warning to amber, indicating a high risk of disruption to daily life.¹

Storm Éowyn is expected to bring gusts of up to 80-90 mph in exposed coastal areas, northern England, northwestern Wales, and western Scotland. The strong winds may cause airborne debris, fallen trees, and disruptions to highway and travel.²

Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. This includes securing loose items around homes and gardens, checking torch batteries and radios, and charging phones in advance. Motorists are also advised to plan ahead, check traffic updates, and drive safely.

The amber warning for wind covers parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England, and is in effect from 6 am to 9 pm on Friday. A yellow warning for wind and rain has also been issued for other parts of the UK.³

The Met Office has warned that Storm Éowyn may cause significant disruptions to transportation, power supplies, and daily life. Residents are advised to stay informed and follow the latest updates from the Met Office and other authorities.

Regional Breakdown:

- *Northern Ireland*: Amber warning for wind from 6 am to 9 pm on Friday, with gusts of up to 80 mph expected.
- *Scotland*: Amber warning for wind in southern half of Scotland from 6 am to 9 pm on Friday, with gusts of up to 80 mph expected.
- *Northern England*: Amber warning for wind from 6 am to 9 pm on Friday, with gusts of up to 80 mph expected.
- *Wales*: Yellow warning for wind and rain from Thursday to Friday, with gusts of up to 60 mph expected.

Residents are advised to stay safe and follow the latest updates from the Met Office and other authorities.

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