Tornado warnings have been issued for parts of southern England as Storm Éowyn approaches, bringing expected wind gusts of up to 90 mph. The European Institute for Storm Forecasting has issued a Level 2 warning, particularly for areas between Bristol and London. Southern England and much of Wales face a Level 1 warning, while Scotland will experience hurricane-force winds and snow. Amber “life-threatening” warnings are in effect across various regions as Storm Éowyn poses risks of flying debris and hazardous travel conditions. Homeowners are advised to prepare for potential power outages and disruptions.
Tornado warnings have been issued for parts of England tomorrow as they brace for 90mph winds from Storm Éowyn.
The European Institute for Storm Forecasting and Experimental Research has issued a Level 2 warning, warning that “severe wind gusts and a number of tornadoes are possible” for southern England on Thursday.
The forecaster said the possibility of a tornado “cannot be ruled out”, adding that areas between Bristol and London were most at risk.
A Level 1 tornado warning has been issued for large areas of southern England and much of Wales, with the country saying the “risk is similar but the probability of a tornado is low”.
Scotland is set to be hit tomorrow by Storm Éowyn, which will bring hurricane-force winds and up to 10 inches of snow to parts of the country.
Forecasters have issued an amber “life-threatening” warning as the year’s first named storm gathers strength.
They say wind speeds will likely exceed 90 mph in coastal and more exposed areas as Storm Éowyn makes landfall, making travel conditions dangerous. Wind gusts of up to 110km/h are expected to be felt over a “fairly wide area” inland, leading to chaos.
The Beaufort Wind Meter used in the UK states that speeds over 113 miles per hour fall into the hurricane category.
Tornado warnings have been issued for parts of England tomorrow as they brace for 90mph winds from Storm Éowyn.
Strong winds are expected across the UK on Friday, with weather warnings in place for all parts of the country.
Brits have been warned to expect wind gusts of up to 90mph when Storm Éowyn makes landfall tomorrow (File image)
An amber alert will be in place across the Central Belt and beyond from 6am to 9pm, and an amber alert will be in place across Scotland from midnight to 11:59pm, immediately following 3pm on Saturday. A second warning will be issued until then.
A snowfall warning is also in place for Central, Tayside, Fife, Grampian, Highlands and Western Islands from 3am until midday tomorrow.
Wind strength will ease slightly in western Scotland tomorrow as the center of the storm passes overhead, but will then pick up quickly, with an amber warning in place at midnight and will remain in place until 3pm on Saturday.
The Met Office said the “high-impact” storm meant travelers could expect hazardous conditions and delays, with many services canceled, and a second one “at some point” next week. It warned that named storms could occur.
“Injuries and risks to life can be caused by flying debris as well as large waves and beach material thrown onto beaches, coastal roads and properties,” the report said.
Homeowners are being asked to prepare for widespread power outages and have technicians on hand to reconnect homes as soon as conditions allow.
Oli Claydon from the Met Office said: “We don’t have to look too far back to see strong winds like Storm Darroch just a few weeks ago.” And most people don’t know, [Beaufort] In terms of size, the wind gusts fall into the hurricane speed category.
“Certainly winds of this strength can cause disruption and danger to life, especially in amber warning areas.”
A jet stream has developed over the North Atlantic this week, with the Japan Meteorological Agency forecasting “possibly the strongest winds of the winter so far” by Friday (stock image)
Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop said: “The Met Office warning indicates strong winds will affect the whole country, so if you need to travel, please make sure to travel, especially in areas of southern and central Scotland which are under the Amber warning. So it’s important to plan ahead.”
Police Scotland advised against unnecessary travel.
Police Commissioner Hilary Sloan urged motorists to “never ignore road signs warning of speed changes or road closures.”
“These are in place for your safety and the safety of other road users.”
