Met Office in rare 'danger to life' weather warning with 80mph wind over 36 HOURS
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The Met Office has issued an ultra-rare weather warning over life-threatening 80mph winds. The foreaster warned that the blustering winds could lead to building damage, including tiles blown from roofs. Power cuts are another possibility, with other services like mobile phone coverage also at risk.
Flying debris, large waves and loose beach material blown towards sea fronts, coastal roads and properties could cause severe injury or even death. Other services, like road, rail and ferries could also be affected. Longer journey times and cancellations are all possible.
The Met Office explained: "A deep area of low pressure is expected to pass close to or across the northwest of the UK on Friday and Saturday. It will bring a spell of very strong southeasterly to southwesterly winds with gusts reaching 50-60 mph inland and 70-80 mph along coasts (and perhaps higher than this in a few locations). The wind strength will gradually ease through Saturday from the south.".
The forecaster advised that to protect your property and families from injury, you should check your outdoor space for any loose items and take steps to secure them. They mentioned bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds and fences as items to be aware of.
People should also check road conditions, and bus and train timetables, to ensure you avoid delays. Similarly, power cuts can be less disruptive when people prepare for them in advance. You can do this by gathering enough torches and batteries to see you through. Power banks and other essential items are also useful for when the lights cut out.
