As the aftermath of Storm Claudio continues, residents in some regions of the United Kingdom have been warned of probable travel disruptions and floods.
As the effects of Storm Claudio continue to pummel the United Kingdom, three yellow weather alerts are in effect today, with rain and wind predicted to persist.
The French storm brought wind and rain to the country on Tuesday, and the Met Office has warned that similar conditions are set to continue.
From 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., a yellow warning for rain is in effect throughout southern Scotland.
Residents are preparing for torrential downpours that may interrupt travel and lead to localized flooding.
From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., another yellow warning for rain is in effect over Northern Ireland, with the possibility of power outages and disruptions to other services.
Meteorologist-in-chief Neil Armstrong stated, “In some regions, 30 to 40 millimeters of precipitation are forecast, and if it falls over land that is already wet from recent rains and fallen leaves, there may be spray and flooding on the roadways as well as travel delays.”
From 7 am to 10 pm, a final yellow wind warning has been issued for parts of northern England and Wales.
The Met Office predicts that the blustery conditions will also affect Irish Sea coastal locations, with gusts reaching up to 65 miles per hour.
The public has been warned that the severe winds may cause some delays in the road, rail, air, and ferry travel.
Mr. Armstrong added, “On Wednesday, a large portion of the United Kingdom can anticipate a period of strong southerly winds, but the warning region indicates where gusts of up to 65 mph will be and consequently where travel delays are possible.”
In addition, the Met Office advises that a brief power outage is possible and that certain seafronts and coastal villages will be affected by strong waves.
Tuesday saw gusts of 61 miles per hour in Langdon Bay, Kent, and 59 miles per hour at Heathrow.
