September 27th 2023.
The UK's first major named storm of the year is set to batter the country on Wednesday, with yellow weather warnings in place as winds of up to 75mph are expected. Storm Agnes is predicted to hit most western regions of the UK, bringing autumn roaring in after the unexpected heatwave earlier this month.
Not only are winds of up to 75mph expected, but heavy rainfall is also expected to lash Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and northern England, with as much as 60mm of rain predicted in some parts of Scotland. The Met Office has indicated that the storm will weaken as it moves north on Thursday, and will give way to more settled conditions by the weekend.
A Met Office spokesperson said that Storm Agnes will pass through late today and clear the UK in the early hours of tomorrow. Following this, another band of rain is set to move in from the west across the northern half of the UK, accompanied by some strong winds and heavy downpours.
The storm has been caused by a tropical storm across the east coast of the US, resulting in a jet stream to rumble across the Atlantic. Much of the country is under a yellow weather warning from the Met Office, which lasts from 12pm today until 7am on Thursday. Scotland is facing an additional yellow weather warning from 9pm tonight until 6am tomorrow.
Meteorologist Tom Morgan has warned the country to prepare for potentially damaging winds and power interruptions around Irish coastal sea areas. In addition to the winds, large waves are set to bring stormy seas and potential coastal flooding.
Stephen Dixon from the Met Office has also warned that Wales could see up to 20mm of rain, while Northern Ireland could see an excess of 30mm of rainfall in a relatively short period of time. He encourages people to stay up to date with the latest warnings, as they are likely to be amended.
The country should be prepared as Storm Agnes approaches, with yellow weather warnings in place across the nation. Although the storm is set to weaken by the weekend, people should remain vigilant and check the latest warnings and weather conditions.
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