Storm Dudley

Winds of up to 100mph from Storm Eunice could pound coastal parts of west Wales and southwest England on Friday with forecasters warning of power cuts, ...

Northumberland fire and rescue service urged people to be prepared. I think they presage a sense that these storms might offer you a nice cup of tea.” Rod Dennis, spokesperson for RAC Breakdown, said: “Drivers should take the fact the Met Office has upweighted its warnings from yellow to amber on Friday very seriously. Northern Powergrid said there was a relatively high likelihood of disruption to power supplies. David Baddiel tweeted: “I’m not convinced that a storm called Dudley, or indeed one called Eunice, presage a sense of devastation. “Storm Eunice is expected to track eastwards from early on Friday, bringing the most significant winds to the central and southern areas of the UK, with some gusts possible in excess of 95mph in exposed coastal areas.”

Strong winds of up to 90mph brought by Storm Dudley could pose a danger to life on Wednesday, forecasters have warned. | ITV National News.

In the event of persistent high winds we may need to close bridges to traffic for a period, so please be alert for warnings of closures and follow signed diversion routes." “Exposed areas in Scotland, Northern Ireland, parts of Wales and northern England have seen wind speeds largely between 60 and 70mph but the worst affected areas have reached and even surpassed 80mph this afternoon. “This is a complete contrast to areas in the south which have been rather mild and calm for the most part, the temperature even reaching 17°C in some areas. Social media users shared images and videos of fallen trees, large waves smashing coastal areas, howling winds and rain sweeping through quiet roads and dark and gloomy skies, with some facing delays on public transport. Emley Moore in Yorkshire saw 74mph winds, while Drumalbin in Scotland was hit by 71mph gales. Met Office forecaster Greg Dewhurst said: “We’ve seen Storm Dudley move in over the course of today with strong winds and heavy rain across northern parts of the country.

Storm Dudley is the fifth named storm of the season - following Storm Corrie, Malik, Barra and Arwen.

The names chosen reflect the diversity of the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands. The storm names for the 2021/22 season have all been selected by the Met Office and partners Met Éireann and KNMI - reflecting some of the more popular choices. Storm Dudley is the fifth named storm of the season - following Storm Corrie, Malik, Barra and Arwen.

Two storms are set to batter the UK this week with winds of up to 90mph predicted, which could put lives in danger, forecasters have warned. Storm Dudley is expected to hit northern parts of the UK on Wednesday and Thursday, before Storm Eunice arrives ...

One warning, from 1pm Wednesday to Thursday afternoon, covered Northern Ireland and Scotland, warning of frequent heavy snow, gusty winds and a small chance of frequent lightning. Environment Agency defences have protected more than 40,000 properties despite record river levels. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Telford and Wrekin councillor Shaun Davies, who was on the scene in Ironbridge on Tuesday morning where flooding has hit areas without defences, has called on the central government to provide a “permanent solution” to flood risks along the river. The fire service was called to rescue 14 people and four dogs from a waterlogged village of Ironbridge in Shropshire on Monday night after flooding along the River Severn. Some houses have no protection and “are still underwater” according to a local councillor who has called for a permanent solution to combat increasingly frequent flooding. Two “danger to life” warnings are in place along the river, which is close to reaching record high levels, according to a Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, who added that communities in parts of the West Midlands and the north of England to be prepared for significant flooding until Wednesday.

One electricity company warns "the peak is still ahead" after 14000 people lost power in the storm.

- Storm Arwen - Storm Corrie - Durham County Council - Storm Eunice - Leeds - Storm Malik You can also contact us in the following ways: - Storm Dudley It looks like we are going to have another dark, cold night." - Cumbria Constabulary - Cumbria County Council - Published