A weather projection indicates that snowfall and 90mph winds from Storm Eowyn are expected to hit various regions of the UK. The weather maps by WXCharts.com show strong gusts that could lead to power outages, travel disruptions, and structural damage. The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for most of the UK starting at midnight on Friday, affecting areas like the south-west of England, the Midlands, northern England, Northern Ireland, and Scotland.
Forecasters predict wind speeds of up to 80mph, with potential for 90mph winds in exposed coastal areas of northern Scotland. Storm Eowyn, the fifth winter storm of the season, is named after a character from Tolkien’s Lord of The Rings trilogy. While inland areas like London are not expected to be heavily impacted, coastal regions such as Brighton and Dover will bear the brunt of the storm. Additional weather warnings have been issued for Scotland and the far north of England.
According to the Met Office, Storm Eowyn will bring disruptive weather conditions to the UK from Friday through Saturday. The system is expected to affect north-western parts of the UK initially, accompanied by heavy rainfall. Winds from Storm Eowyn are forecasted to ease gradually from the south on Saturday, with the strongest gusts likely to hit parts of Northern Ireland, northern England, north-western Wales, and western Scotland.
Britons are advised to secure outdoor items and prepare for potential power outages as the storm approaches. Travelers are urged to be cautious as transportation services may be impacted. The Met Office warns of more wet and windy conditions throughout the weekend and into the following week, with the possibility of additional weather warnings being issued.
A powerful jet stream moving across the Atlantic toward the UK following a cold snap in North America is expected to bring the disruptive weather. It is recommended to take necessary precautions and stay updated on weather alerts during this period.