Met Office weather warnings issued with winds of up to 60mph expected in parts of UK
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The Met Office has released two new yellow wind alerts, anticipating gusts that could hit speeds of up to 60mph in certain areas of the UK.
The strong winds may cause delays in public transportation, such as ferry services, on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the weather forecast.
A warning has been issued for extensive areas of northern England, including Sheffield and Leeds, as well as a small region in southern Scotland, effective from 3am to 2pm on Wednesday.
Certain regions can expect winds reaching between 50 and 60 mph, with even stronger gusts possible in more vulnerable areas, as west to southwest winds intensify starting late Tuesday night.
There is an additional wind alert that will be active from 3 PM on Tuesday until 8 PM on Wednesday for coastal regions in Wales and Northern Ireland, including Belfast, as well as all of southern Scotland, which encompasses Glasgow and Edinburgh.
The Met Office reported that increasing winds from the south could lead to gusts reaching 40 to 50 mph in areas further inland, with the potential for even stronger gusts of 50 to 60 mph in more exposed regions.
Expect disruptions to road, rail, air, and ferry transportation in these regions, which may impact certain bus and train services. Coastal areas might also experience high waves.
The most recent alerts have been issued as numerous communities begin to rebuild after the severe impact of Storm Darragh earlier this month.
The fourth storm of the season led to millions being advised to remain inside, left tens of thousands without electricity, and caused train services to be canceled.
During the storm, two men lost their lives when trees fell on their cars, while another man was carried away by a flooded river.
A representative from the Met Office stated, "Winds blowing from the west to the southwest will pick up speed significantly late Tuesday night and continue to be strong on Wednesday, especially in areas east and northeast of the hills."
Winds could reach speeds of 50 to 60 mph in certain regions, with even stronger gusts likely in more exposed locations. This could lead to challenging travel conditions, particularly on elevated roads and those running north to south.
On Thursday, expect a noticeable decrease in temperature accompanied by both sunny periods and some rain, all driven by strong winds.
The weather prediction indicates that it will be warmer again starting Friday, but expect it to be "unpredictable and frequently breezy," along with additional periods of rain.
