Amber wind warning issued as Storm Dave set to hit parts of UK

Amber wind warning issued as Storm Dave set to hit parts of the UK

Storm Dave is set to deliver “disruptive and potentially damaging winds” to regions across the UK, prompting the issuance of an amber wind alert for Saturday evening. The warning spans northern England, north-west Wales, and southern Scotland, kicking in at 19:00 BST and set to last until 03:00 on Sunday.

“A ‘good chance’ of power cuts and travel disruption, with flying debris posing a risk of injuries or danger to life,” the Met Office stated.

Yellow wind and snow alerts have already been activated for Saturday afternoon, foreshadowing a challenging Easter weekend. Officials are tracking the storm’s progression, with more details expected as conditions develop.

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