A YELLOW weather warning is in place for the Black Country today as Storm Dudley is set to cause disruption.
A weather warning is in place from 1pm this afternoon to 6am tomorrow (February 17). The storm was set to miss the area, but winds are now se to increase later into the afternoon.
The Met Office warning states: “Storm Dudley to bring a spell of very strong winds and possible disruption later Wednesday and into the small hours of Thursday.
“Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible, as well as some roads and bridges may close.
“Damage to trees and buildings is possible.”
The Met Office has also warned that power cuts may occur.
West Ambulance Service have tweeted a reminder to “give vulnerable road users more room than usual”.
The service said: “The @metofficeWMids have issued a yellow weather warning for wind as #StormDudley blows in.
“Remember, give vulnerable road users including cyclists, motorcyclists & pedestrians more room than usual.
“They are more likely to be blown around by side winds – keep a safe distance.”
The @metofficeWMids have issued a yellow weather warning for wind as #StormDudley blows in 🌬️
— West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou (@OFFICIALWMAS) February 16, 2022
Remember, give vulnerable road users including cyclists, motorcyclists & pedestrians more room than usual. They are more likely to be blown around by side winds – keep a safe distance. pic.twitter.com/0GFiMB3EEm
On Friday, February 18 the warning has been increased to amber meaning significant disruption is likely.
Storm Eunice is set to bring extremely strong winds.
The warning says: “There is a good chance that flying debris could result in a danger to life.
“Damage to buildings and homes is likely, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down.
“Roads, bridges and railway lines are likely to close, with delays and cancellations to bus, train, ferry services and flights.
“There is a good chance that power cuts, possibly prolonged, could occur and possibly affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
“Large waves are likely and beach material is likely to be thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties.”
It is also likely there will be falling branches and some uprooted trees.
Storm Eunice could see up to 70 mph winds and even 80 mph in a few places.
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