November 22nd 2024.
Get ready for some turbulent weather, folks, because Storm Bert is on its way! This is the second named storm of the season and it's headed straight for the UK, bringing with it a weekend full of harsh conditions. Brace yourselves for heavy rain, snow, and gusts of up to 70mph in various parts of the country starting on Saturday morning.
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow, rain, and wind, which will be in effect from 4am tomorrow until at least 9am on Sunday in western and northern England, Wales, and Scotland. Some areas in Scotland even have amber alerts, indicating a higher level of danger. Keep an eye on the live weather tracker from windy.com below to stay updated on the situation. By default, the map shows wind patterns in real-time. As of Friday morning, it revealed Storm Bert's fronts forming over the Atlantic Ocean, roughly halfway between Cornwall and Newfoundland. You can also use the map to see predicted developments, such as a cyclone-like formation west of Ireland that is expected to head eastwards towards the UK overnight.
According to the forecast, Storm Bert will hit Ireland around midnight before making its way to Britain in the early hours of Saturday. The yellow and amber weather warnings will remain in place throughout Saturday and early Sunday. However, the storm will then move in a northeastern direction and should clear the UK by Monday morning. While the weekend may bring some relief from the freezing temperatures we've been experiencing, don't let your guard down just yet. Up to 75mm of rainfall is expected in the south and west, while Wales and southwest England could see up to 100mm. But on the bright side, temperatures are expected to rise significantly as milder air blows in.
This is a welcome change from the freezing temperatures and icy conditions we've been dealing with this week. In fact, the Met Office had issued yellow warnings for snow and ice across the UK until late Friday morning. As the snow and ice gradually melt, we may be faced with thick slush in some areas. Deputy Chief Meteorologist Dan Holley explains that Storm Bert will bring a shift to much milder air, resulting in a decrease in wintry hazards over the weekend. However, we can still expect heavy snowfall in parts of northern England and Scotland on Saturday, especially in higher elevations. This is why the Met Office has issued warnings and advises everyone to be cautious. As for the rainfall, southern and western parts of the UK will see heavy rain on Saturday and Sunday, with some areas receiving 50-75 mm. In parts of Wales and southwest England, over 100 mm is possible in higher elevations.
In addition to these weather conditions, we should also keep an eye out for strong winds, which could worsen the situation by causing rapid melting of snow and creating travel disruptions. There is also a risk of flooding in some areas. So, make sure to stay updated on the latest weather reports and take necessary precautions to stay safe. Let's hope Storm Bert passes by quickly and we can all enjoy milder weather in the coming days.
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