THE UK is currently battling against strong winds and the UK's weather situation looks set to become a lot worse.
The UK will be covered by a yellow weather warning today between midday and 3pm on Monday following Storm Eunice.
Winds are likely to strengthen across England and Wales ahead of a band of rain, which itself will turn increasingly squally.
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.
The news comes as a massive clean-up has begun today after Storm Eunice brought widespread damage, disruption and record-breaking 122mph gusts of wind to the UK - leading to the deaths of at least four people.
The treacherous conditions led to travel chaos, flight cancellations, power cuts and police forces being inundated with calls.
Train networks were plagued by flying debris - and there was extensive damage to buildings and homes with the roof of the O2 ripped off.
Read our weather live blog for the latest on Storm Eunice...
Louis Allwood 50 minutes ago
UK forecast for today
Strong and gusty winds along with outbreaks of rain clearing through the morning, followed by sunny spells and scattered showers.
Cloud and rain into far west through the evening.
Louis Allwood Today, 05:00
Will Storm Franklin be as bad as Storm Eunice?
The storm arrives with much of the UK still recovering from Storm Eunice, but Franklin is not expected to be as severe.
Wind gusts from Storm Franklin are expected to be lower than Eunice which triggered two Red Weather Warnings.
The run of terrible weather began with Storm Dudley on Wednesday.
Ferocious Storm Eunice killed four and plunged 1.3m homes into darkness on Friday.
Meteorologist Becky Mitchell said three named storms in such quick succession is a first since the system was introduced seven years ago.
"It's the first time we've had three named storms within a week, and we started the storm-naming system in 2015," she said.
"We've got a really active jet stream, which is why we're seeing so many storms track right towards the UK."
Louis Allwood Today, 04:30
When will Storm Franklin hit the UK?
Storm Franklin, an 800-mile wide squall, will bring "severe and damaging gusts" across Northern Ireland this morning.
An amber warning is in place from midnight.
Met Office forecaster Marco Petagna shared a warning from the Tornado and Storm Research Organisation on Twitter, telling followers: "Although a very low risk, a tornado or two is possible associated with today's squally cold front."
The storm will bring two inches of snow to the north.
Louis Allwood Today, 04:00
Wolves forced to close part of Molineux stand during kick off
WOLVES were forced to move some fans from one of the stands at Molineux after the stormy weather impacted their clash with Leicester.
An announcement over the tannoy in the opening minutes of the game insisted it was due to safety reasons.
The club also apologised and urged supporters to be patient while they found new seats for them.
They then went on to say later in the first half that the issue was "wind related" and that "anyone affected has been found a different seat".
Storm Eunice has meant the weekend's Premier League action has been played in horrid conditions.
And it was lashing it down the rain as Wolves and Leicester got underway on Sunday afternoon.
Louis Allwood Today, 03:30
Make sure your doors and windows are properly sealed
Making sure your windows and doors are sealed can make sure that moisture does not seep through any cracks.
Ross Counsell, a chartered surveyor and director of regulated property buyers Good Move says explains: “This prevents any damage to the interior of your home, and also minimises any mould or mildew damage.
“Windows should be at least double-glazed to give a further barrier of protection, and make sure to use rubber weather-stripping to fill spaces between the sides and bottom of your door and the door frame.”
Louis Allwood Today, 03:00
83,000 People around the UK are still without power
More than 83,000 people around the UK are still without power after the worst winter tempest in a generation.
The Met Office has issued a slew of weather warnings for today and tomorrow, with millions facing misery from high winds as they travel to work on Monday.
Forecasters say blasts will cause even more power cuts, transport delays and damage.
Louis Allwood Today, 02:30
Hundreds of homes evacuated in Britain’s worst run of storms
HUNDREDS of homes will be evacuated as Britain's worst-ever run of storms continues with 80mph gales and 'danger to life' flood warnings.
It's the first time on record that three named tempests have happened within just days of each other - with unusually ferocious Storm Eunice killing four and plunging 1.3million homes into darkness.
Storm Franklin, an 800-mile wide squall, will bring "severe and damaging gusts" this morning.
An amber warning was in place from midnight.
Two inches of snow will fall in some northern postcodes, while in Manchester, locals are being forced from their homes amid fears the River Mersey will flood at East and West Didsbury.
Manchester City Council confirmed 460 households are being told to leave urgently.
Louis Allwood Today, 02:00
What to expect from Monday's warning Flying debris is likely and could lead to Injuries or danger to life Probably some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, along with trees/branches being brought down Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected Some roads and bridges likely to close There is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage Injuries and danger to life is likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties
Louis Allwood Today, 01:30
Amber weather warning for Monday
A swathe of very strong west to northwesterly winds will reach the north coast of Northern Ireland late on Sunday evening, quickly moving south into the early hours of Monday.
Gusts of 60-70 mph are expected widely and perhaps 80 mph briefly near exposed northern coasts.
Winds will ease steadily from the northwest during Monday morning.
Louis Allwood Today, 01:00
Gales of up to 80mph in some parts of England expected
Meteorologists have warned we could see gales of up to 80mph in some parts of England.
It's the same speed recorded at Heathrow Airport on Friday when thousands watched planes struggling to land on YouTube channel Big Jet TV.
Greg Dewhurst of the Met Office said today will be "another windy day across the UK".
"This will have an impact on the clearing up process over the course of the day," he said.
"Unfortunately, yet more wet and windy weather is expected this weekend, but not on the same scale as Storm Eunice," Aidan McGivern of the service said.
"The winds pick up significantly later in the day on Sunday.
"There's the risk for northern parts of the country - northern England, Scotland, Northern Ireland - of 50 to 60mph gusts inland and 70 to 80mph around exposed coasts and hills."
Louis Allwood Today, 00:30
Storm Franklin named as third storm in a WEEK
BRITS are bracing for more weather misery today as the third named storm in just a WEEK lashes the country with 80mph gales - just days after killer Storm Eunice.
Storm Franklin will bring "severe and damaging gusts" across Northern Ireland from tonight until tomorrow morning, with an amber warning in place from midnight.
Louis Allwood Today, 00:00
What you can expect at the moment Some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, could happen, along with trees/branches being brought down Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible Some roads and bridges may close Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage Injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 23:30
Current weather warning
Winds are likely to strengthen across England and Wales on Sunday, as an increasingly squally band of rain moves southeastwards.
Gusts of 55-60 mph are expected widely around south and west facing coasts, but possibly also briefly inland.
There is a chance that a few exposed places could see gusts near 70 mph.
Strong gusts associated with blustery wintry showers will follow from the north.
A swathe of very strong winds will reach Northern Ireland later Sunday evening in association with Storm Franklin.
These very strong winds will spread to many other western, central and southern areas of the UK overnight and early Monday, with gusts widely 50-60 mph, whilst west facing coastal districts will see gusts of 65-75 mph and perhaps 80 mph briefly near north coast of Northern Ireland.
In the south these strong winds may hamper, or slow, ongoing recovery efforts in the wake of Storm Eunice. Winds will ease steadily from the northwest during the remainder of Monday.
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 23:00
Clean out the gutters to help drainage
It’s not a particularly nice job, but checking your guttering is clear before a storm hits can really help prevent potentially extensive damage to walls.
It can also make them heavy, making them more prone to dislodging from the wall.
Jenny Turner, a manager at Insulation Express says: “If it is safe to do so, it is advisable to check gutters and pipes outside of the home to ensure that they are clear.
“A build-up of dead leaves, moss and other debris can cause the gutters to overflow during heavy rain fall, which can affect the walls of the property and damage external plasterwork.”
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 22:30
Many warned to check chimneys
It’s easy to overlook, but Ross Counsell, a chartered surveyor and director of regulated property buyers Good Move recommends giving your chimney a once-over while you’re at it.
He says: “In heavy rain, water can leak in through the exposed parts of your chimney, trickling down through your home and causing water damage to walls, paint and wallpaper.
“Make sure that any lead flashing or pointing and mortar is in good condition, and healthy enough to last all winter.”
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 22:00
Make sure your doors and windows are properly sealed
Making sure your windows and doors are sealed can make sure that moisture does not seep through any cracks.
Ross Counsell, a chartered surveyor and director of regulated property buyers Good Move says explains: “This prevents any damage to the interior of your home, and also minimises any mould or mildew damage.
“Windows should be at least double-glazed to give a further barrier of protection, and make sure to use rubber weather-stripping to fill spaces between the sides and bottom of your door and the door frame.”
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 21:30
Protect your garden with these 5 expert tips
Severe weather like this can be especially damaging to our gardens, and experts are advising people to take precaution.
With this in mind, Nick Drewe, homes and interior expert at WeThrift, has issued five top tips on how to stormproof your garden.
Protect your electrics If you have outdoor lighting, heaters or even a powered jacuzzi, it’s most likely that you spent a substantial amount of money on your outdoor electrical equipment. Move your wheelie bins and any loose items When it comes to vulnerable items in your garden during the event of a storm, your wheelie bin is definitely one to protect and store away. When blown away, they could damage windows or cars nearby. The same applies for any loose items in your garden, from deckchairs to kids toys. Park your car in a garage – or protect it Speaking of cars, make sure your vehicle is parked away in a garage. If you don’t have a garage, a trick is to cover your vehicle with padding and then a plastic sheet or waterproof tarp. As well as this, make sure your vehicle is not parked by or under a tree. Protect your plants If you have any outdoor potted plants lying around, make sure that these are stored away before the weather gets severe. Use a wind break Even though your fencing will protect your garden, it’s always worth going the extra mile to guard this area by using a wind break. It’s especially important to use wind breaks if your fencing is weak. Wind breaks can be strategically placed in specific ‘weak spots’ of your garden, such as your vegetable patch or pond.
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 21:00
Storm Eunice O2 damage latest
At the height of the storm, the roof of the O2 Arena in London was damaged - causing rapper Dave's upcoming concerts to be postponed - and the spire of St Thomas Church in Wells, Somerset, crashed to the ground.
The O2 said today that it expected the scheduled UB40 gig to go ahead as planned on Friday. The venue will remain closed until then while repairs are carried out.
The Association of British Insurers indicated that the clean-up across the UK could cost more than ￡300m.
A spokesman said: "No two storms are the same. The last significant storms to hit the UK - Ciara and Dennis - led to insurers paying out over ￡360m."
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 20:30
Weather latest news Die-hard party-goers made the most of their Saturday night, despite the terrible weather More than 40,000 households are still without power after killer Storm Eunice A mum told of how she cowered inside while gale-force winds tore off her roof Tributes have been paid to a 23-year-old dad killed during the worst tempest in a generation Footage shows the terrifying moment a tree hit a bus on Friday
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 20:00
Will Storm Franklin be as bad as Storm Eunice?
The storm arrives with much of the UK still recovering from Storm Eunice, but Franklin is not expected to be as severe.
Wind gusts from Storm Franklin are expected to be lower than Eunice which triggered two Red Weather Warnings.
The run of terrible weather began with Storm Dudley on Wednesday.
Ferocious Storm Eunice killed four and plunged 1.3m homes into darkness on Friday.
Meteorologist Becky Mitchell said three named storms in such quick succession is a first since the system was introduced seven years ago.
"It's the first time we've had three named storms within a week, and we started the storm-naming system in 2015," she said.
"We've got a really active jet stream, which is why we're seeing so many storms track right towards the UK."
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 19:30
What areas will be affected?
The Met Office has issued a slew of weather alerts for today and tomorrow, with millions facing misery from high winds as they travel to work on Monday.
Sunday's yellow warnings cover Wales and most of England from midday until 3pm, and the North West and Northern Ireland from midday until midnight.
Identical wind alerts have been issued for Monday.
A yellow warning for rain, meaning "there is a chance that homes and businesses could be flooded", is also in place for Cumbria, Lancashire and West Yorkshire from midnight until 6pm on Sunday.
Meteorologist Craig Snell said the strongest winds will lash the country tomorrow morning.
"The most likely place for disruption is Northern Ireland, but there could also be impacts along the Lancashire and Merseyside coast, and maybe up into North Wales," he said.
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 19:04
When will Storm Franklin hit the UK?
Storm Franklin, an 800-mile wide squall, will bring "severe and damaging gusts" across Northern Ireland from tonight until tomorrow morning.
An amber warning is in place from midnight.
Met Office forecaster Marco Petagna shared a warning from the Tornado and Storm Research Organisation on Twitter, telling followers: "Although a very low risk, a tornado or two is possible associated with today's squally cold front."
The storm will bring two inches of snow to the north.
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 18:20
Wolves forced to close part of Molineux stand during kick off
WOLVES were forced to move some fans from one of the stands at Molineux after the stormy weather impacted their clash with Leicester.
An announcement over the tannoy in the opening minutes of the game insisted it was due to safety reasons.
The club also apologised and urged supporters to be patient while they found new seats for them.
They then went on to say later in the first half that the issue was "wind related" and that "anyone affected has been found a different seat".
Storm Eunice has meant the weekend's Premier League action has been played in horrid conditions.
And it was lashing it down the rain as Wolves and Leicester got underway on Sunday afternoon.
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 17:45
Heavy band of rain heading southeastwards
The Met Office have said that the latest radar is indicating a narrow but very heavy band of rain moving southeastwards across parts of England and Wales.
The rain is expected to be accompanied with very strong winds.
The Met Office have warned people to stay weather aware and to keep safe.
Louis Allwood 20th Feb 2022, 17:15
Make sure your doors and windows are properly sealed
Making sure your windows and doors are sealed can make sure that moisture does not seep through any cracks.
Ross Counsell, a chartered surveyor and director of regulated property buyers Good Move says explains: “This prevents any damage to the interior of your home, and also minimises any mould or mildew damage.
“Windows should be at least double-glazed to give a further barrier of protection, and make sure to use rubber weather-stripping to fill spaces between the sides and bottom of your door and the door frame.”
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