How will Storm Agnes affect YOU? UK weather map and storm tracker
How will Storm Agnes affect YOU? UK weather map and storm tracker for this week
- Here is everything you need to know to prepare for Storm Agnes this week
Storm Agnes is set to sweep through the UK this week, bringing a severe weather warning and winds of up to 80 mph in some places.
Much of the UK will be affected by the first named storm of the season, from the southwest of England to Scotland and across Northern Ireland[2].
A severe 'danger to life' weather warning was issued over the weekend and was initially in place from 10am on Wednesday until 7am on Thursday.
However, the Met Office[3] updated the alert which is now due to come into force at 12 noon on Wednesday and finish at 7am.
Forecasters have warned of 'flying debris' and damage to buildings, as well as power cuts and travel disruptions in some areas.
But how will the weather affect you? Here is everything you need to know as Storm Agnes approaches.
Much of the UK will be affected by the first named storm of the season, from the southwest of England to Scotland and across Northern Ireland
Winds of 50-60 mph are predicted inland, while coastal areas are expected to see gusts of 60-80 mph
Where will Storm Agnes hit
Three yellow warnings have been issued for Wednesday, including two for rain and one for wind.
The wind warning will cover almost all of the UK and will remain in place from 12 noon on Wednesday until 7:00 on Thursday.
Northern Ireland, northern Scotland and the southwest of England are set to be affected. Missing London[4] and the east of England.
A separate rain warning has been issued for north of Glasgow[5] from 15:00 Wednesday until 23:59 Thursday.
Another warning is in place south of Edinburgh[6], across Wigtown and Dumfries for the same time.
What is the latest weather forecast
The Met Office said the storm is currently around 300 miles north of Terceira, Azores but will intensify during the next 18 hours.
Winds of 50-60 mph are predicted inland, while coastal areas are expected to see gusts of 60-80 mph.
Southwest Scotland could see 30 to 50 mm of rain on Wednesday afternoon, with the possibility of 60mm in hilly areas.
Three yellow warnings have been issued for Wednesday, including two for rain and one for wind
Forecasters have warned of 'flying debris' and damage to buildings, as well as power cuts and travel disruptions in some areas
How does it affect you?
The Met Office issues weather warnings when storms and extreme weather has the potential to cause disruption.
In addition, the UK only names storms when they have the potential to cause disruption which could result in an amber or red alert from the National Severe Weather Warnings service.
Therefore, people could be at risk of:
- Injuries and danger to life from flying debris.
- Power cuts in some areas.
- Damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs.
- Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible.
- Minor flooding of coastal roads.
Experts have warned against travel[7], urging people to be cautious and only drive if absolutely necessary.
Dr Peter Inness, of the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading told MailOnline: 'The best way to stay safe during Storm Agnes is to remain indoors. Avoid unnecessary travel, and if you must go out, be cautious of falling debris and strong winds.'
References
- ^ Jessica Hamilton (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Northern Ireland (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Met Office (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ London (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Glasgow (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Edinburgh (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ warned against travel (www.dailymail.co.uk)