Storm Eowyn is set to hit Somerset, bringing strong winds and potential disruptions. Stay safe and be prepared for possible power cuts and travel issues.
Somerset: The Met Office has put out a yellow weather warning for the South West as Storm Eowyn approaches. This warning is active from midnight until late Friday night, and it’s expected to cause quite a bit of disruption.
Forecasters are saying that the winds could be strong enough to damage buildings, with roof tiles possibly flying off. Power outages might happen, and even phone services could be affected.
Storm Eowyn is bringing some serious southeasterly winds that will switch to westerly. We’re talking winds hitting 60mph, and coastal areas could see gusts up to 70mph!
Travel plans might get messy too. Roads, rail, air, and ferry services could all be impacted. Some roads and high bridges might even close to traffic.
There’s a real risk of injuries from flying debris, and large waves could throw beach material onto coastal roads and properties. So, it’s best to stay alert and take care.
As for the weather today, it starts off chilly with some frost in rural areas. Early morning mist will clear up, leading to a dry day with some sunshine later on. But it’ll still feel cool, especially in the shade, with a high of 9 °C.
Tonight, expect more clouds and some hill fog returning. Scattered showers will linger along the south coast, slowly moving north. The low will drop to around 3 °C.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, scattered showers will clear out, leaving a cloudy day. The best chance for brightness will be in the west, but it’ll still feel cool with a high of 9 °C.
From Thursday to Saturday, it’s going to get wet and windy. Heavy rain will spread eastward, and Saturday will bring frequent, blustery showers, though we might see some brighter moments too.
