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Storm Dudley hits UK as Met Office issued amber weather warning
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 the harsher Storm Eunice arrives on Friday.
The Met Office has issued weather warnings for high winds, effective across the country.
The storms may cause danger to life and “damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs,” the forecaster warned.
Paramedics in parts of England warned people against going outdoors as Storm Dudley swept in.
Thousands were left without power in northwest England on Wednesday evening amid gusts upwards of 70mph.
In Scotland, most train services were cancelled on Wednesday afternoon onwards due to safety reasons, Scotrail said.
East Midlands Railway and LNER have asked passengers not to travel on Friday due to the threat posed to services by Storm Eunice.
Network Rail has introduced speed restrictions on the east coast line over fears that infrastructure will be damaged in the high winds.
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Show latest update 1645073134 Severe Weather Alert for motorists no longer in place
National Highways: North West says its Severe Weather Alert is no longer in effect, but caution is still advised.
Stuti Mishra 17 February 2022 04:45
1645072096 UK hit with power cuts and travel disruption ahead of incoming Storm Eunice
The UK faced strong winds and heavy rain on Wednesday evening, causing power cuts and travel disruption with Storm Eunice set to move in.
The Met Office had issued an amber warning for strong winds covering central Scotland, parts of Northern Ireland and northern England above Hull over the evening, with yellow wind warnings in place as far south as Birmingham. Read more:
UK hit with power cuts and travel disruption ahead of incoming Storm Eunice The Met Office had issued an amber warning for strong winds covering central Scotland, parts of Northern Ireland and northern England
Stuti Mishra 17 February 2022 04:28
1645066200 Trees toppled as Storm Dudley brings gusts over 80mph
Social media users have shared images of fallen trees after Storm Dudley made landfall, bringing winds of over 80mph to Britain.
Photo from @LouLouBoBoo of a tree blown over in Croftfoot, Glasgow
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Photo from @RossonWyeCops of a small tree blown into the road at Three Crosses in Ross-on-Wye
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Photo from @TracyPowell123 of a tree on the ground in Dobcroft Road in Millhouses, Sheffield
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Liam James 17 February 2022 02:50
1645062000 Winds over 81mph so far
Here follow the highest winds recorded so far, as of 5pm:
Capel Curig, Conwy: 81mph Emley Moore, West Yorkshire: 74mph Drumalbin, South Lanarkshire: 71mph
Liam James 17 February 2022 01:40
1645057800 In Pictures: Winds whip up as UK faces back-to-back storms
A woman walks along the sea front in Ardrossan in North Ayrshire before Storm Dudley hits
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Big waves hit the sea wall at Whitby, North Yorkshire
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Swimmers battle with strong winds at the Plymouth Hoe in Devon
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Waves hit the sea wall at Portstewart in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland in Storm Dudley
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A rainbow over St Mary’s Lighthouse in Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, ahead of Storm Dudley
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Liam James 17 February 2022 00:30
1645053633 Storm Eunice: Train companies warn of chaos as operators urge people not to travel
Train companies have asked passengers not to travel on Friday due to the threat posed by Storm Eunice.
East Midlands Railway and LNER, which runs up the east of England to Scotland, expect their train services to be severely disrupted on Friday. Network Rail has introduced speed restrictions on the east coast line.
The operators said tickets for Friday trains will be valid on Thursday as they asked passenger to avoid travelling by rail after the storm arrives.
Passengers will be entitled to a refund if they cannot move their journey forward.
Train companies warn of storm chaos and urge people not to travel Passengers asked to bring journeys forward
Liam James 16 February 2022 23:20
1645049433 Avanti West Coast trains blocked due to overhead wire damage
Liam James 16 February 2022 22:10
1645045233 Thousands without power in northwest as Storm Dudley strikes
Thousands of homes are without electricity due to strong winds in Storm Dudley.
Electricity North West said power cuts were affecting nearly 1,700 homes in Wigan and more than 1,500 around Preston, Lancashire.
The operator said it was working to restore power to all affected areas.
Liam James 16 February 2022 21:00
1645042730 Flood risk for south coast in Storm Eunice
The Environment Agency has warned of the risk of flooding to coastal areas in southern England on Friday as Storm Eunice makes landfall.
Flood duty manager Katharine Smith said: “Strong winds could bring coastal flooding to parts of the west, south-west and south coast of England, as well as the tidal River Severn, through the early hours of Friday morning and into the early afternoon.
“This is due to Storm Eunice resulting in high waves and potential storm surge coinciding with the start of a period of spring tides.”
She said agency teams were making preparations, erecting barriers and clearing screens where flood debris can build up.
Liam James 16 February 2022 20:18
1645037439 Warning over fallen power lines
The Energy Networks Association has warned over the potential for downed power lines during Storm Dudley.
Spokesman Ross Easton said: “It’s really important to stay safe when bad weather hits. If you come across fallen power lines or damage to the electricity network, stay well clear and call 105 for free to report it. If there is an immediate risk to life or someone is in danger, dial 999.”
Liam James 16 February 2022 18:50
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