Storm Isha will bring wind and rain to “everyone” in the UK during a “rare” weather cycle, forecasters said.
Winds of up to 130 km/h (130 km/h) could be expected late Sunday, causing power outages and cellphone interference, as well as likely road and bridge closures and transport delays and delays in some areas. Flight suspension may occur.
Eight flood warnings are already in place across England, with nearly four inches of rain falling in some areas in a matter of hours, potentially causing localized flooding.
People are being warned of strong wind gusts, which could cause large waves on coastal roads, causing debris to fall and making travel difficult.
The Met Office warned Britons that south-westerly winds of up to 130mph could blow on exposed coasts, with gusts of up to 90mph inland, causing travel disruption, damage to buildings and People are being asked to be careful of flying debris.
The Department for Infrastructure said it expected all of Northern Ireland to be affected, with the strongest winds expected to be near coasts and exposed areas in the early hours of Monday. It also warned that recent strike actions could hamper recovery efforts, with thousands of public sector workers picketing last week in the largest industrial action in memory, and from 11am on Sunday to Monday. Drivers were advised to consider traveling as strong winds were expected until 4am. .
“After tomorrow's Storm Isha, Tuesday will be even wetter and windier, with a yellow wind warning already in place,” the Japan Meteorological Agency said on Saturday.
The forecaster on Friday issued an amber weather warning for winds from Sunday to Monday for parts of northern and western England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, warning of strong winds, heavy rain, danger to life and damage to buildings. .
Amber weather warnings for winds have also been issued for London and south-east England from midnight Sunday until 9am Monday morning.
East Midlands Rail said there would be “significant disruption” on Sunday and Monday, with delays and changes to services expected, while Police Scotland advised the public to avoid unnecessary travel.
The heaviest downpours are likely to occur on Sunday, with 30-50 mm of rain possible in many places, and up to 80 mm-100 mm in the hills.
Network Rail said engineers would inspect the closed lines for damage after the storm subsides, and warned passengers that services would resume on the affected lines later on Monday.
Rail operators advised commuters to check their itineraries with National Rail Enquiries.
Scottish Rail chief operating officer Liam Sumpter said: “Our priority is the safety of our passengers and colleagues, which is why we cut parts of our network early on Sunday evening as the worst of Storm Isha hit. We have made the decision to close down.” Country.
“Our engineers will need to thoroughly inspect the network for damage before reopening the line and resuming train service on Monday morning.
“Weather experts based in the control room will be closely monitoring the situation throughout the weekend and our teams on the ground will be ready to address any issues caused by the storm as soon as possible.”
Storm Isha is the ninth named storm to hit the UK since the season began in September.
PA Media contributed to this report
