Dangerous weather ahead: Amber alert issued due to threats of 90mph winds from storm Floris
Storm Floris to Bring Disruptive Winds and Heavy Rain to Northern UK
Storm Floris, the sixth named storm of the 2024/2025 season, is set to hit northern parts of the UK on Monday, bringing unseasonably strong and disruptive winds. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for wind in Scotland, with a yellow warning for wind also in place for northern England and Northern Ireland.
According to the Met Office forecasts, Scotland will be the most affected area. Inland areas can expect gusts of 40-50 mph, while higher elevations and exposed coastal areas may see gusts of 60-70 mph, with a small chance of gusts reaching up to 85-90 mph. North-eastern Scotland is likely to see the most damaging gusts.
The storm will bring heavy rainfall as well, with around 30mm possible in some areas. The amber warning advises of potential injuries and danger to life from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads, and properties. There is a risk of power cuts due to the storm, and travel disruptions may occur, with longer journey times and cancellations in road, rail, air, and ferry services.
Interestingly, Storm Floris is traveling across the Atlantic and will exit on the cold side, known for storm formation. This is unusual as the storm is not usually associated with the height of summer. July 2024 was the fifth warmest July on record, with a mean average temperature of 16.8C, and the storm followed the warmest June on record for England and the second warmest June for the country as a whole.
For the latest and specific local updates, check the Met Office website or local weather bulletins closer to the time of impact. It's important to stay informed and prepared for any potential disruptions.
Despite the unusually warm weather conditions experienced in July 2024, Storm Floris, the sixth named storm of the season, is set to disrupt the northern UK with its war-like winds and heavy rainfall. The storm, which originated from the Atlantic, is predicted to cause gusts of up to 85-90 mph in North-eastern Scotland, posing a risk of damage and travel disruptions.
