Storm Franklin? Met Office wind weather warning

[Cookham Webmaster]

A new Yellow weather warning for wind has been issued from 12pm on Sunday until 3pm on Monday.

The latest storm has not been given a name at this stage, but it the Met Office chooses to name it it will be called Storm Franklin.

The new Met Office weather warning states: "Further periods of strong winds are expected across much of England and Wales on Sunday and Monday which may cause some disruption.

"Winds are likely to strengthen across England and Wales ahead of a band of rain, which itself will turn increasingly squally, as it moves southeast on Sunday afternoon.

"Gusts of 55-60 mph are expected widely around south and west facing coasts, some of which may be more vulnerable than usual in the aftermath of Storm Eunice. Some places inland may see similar strength gusts, and on the squally rain band itself, gusts potentially as high as 70 mph.

"Blustery showers will follow with further gusts of 60-70 mph mainly confined to coastal areas in the west during Sunday evening. Whilst a temporary reduction in wind speeds is likely for a time overnight into Monday, winds will again strengthen from the northwest during the morning.

"Gusts of 50-60 mph are probable inland, especially Wales and western/central England."

What is a Met Office Weather Warning?

The Met Office issues weather warnings when there is a risk of weather causing damage, disruption or danger to life. Generally warnings will be issued for heavy rain, wind, fog, thunder, ice or snow. They come in three categories.

Yellow: The lowest of the three. Yellow means you should plan ahead about potential disruption to travel and other day-to-day activities. These are the most common.

Amber: A step up from Yellow, an Amber warning means there is an increased risk of disruption/danger to life and property.

Red: These are only issued when 'extreme weather' is expected. When one is issued the Met Office advise immediate action is taken to keep yourself and others safe as widespread damage, disruption and risk to life is likely. Red warnings are extremely rare anywhere in the UK.