Weather Warnings Archive: Saturday 27 Jan 2024 11:00 GMT - UK

issued by the Metoffice at
   11:00, 27.01.2024

valid from
   07:00, 27.01.2024
until
   11:00, 27.01.2024

Region: Orkney & Shetland

Winds will increase quickly towards dawn Saturday across the Northern Isles with gusts generally reaching 50-60 mph but with a smaller chance of 70 mph gusts. Winds will quickly ease from late morning. What should I do? Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving or bus timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items. If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

A spell of very windy weather is likely to cause some travel disruption.

The public is advised to take extra care, further information and advice can be found here: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/links.html

issued by the Metoffice at
   11:00, 27.01.2024

valid from
   07:00, 27.01.2024
until
   11:00, 27.01.2024

Region: Highland & Eilean Siar

Winds will increase quickly towards dawn Saturday across the Northern Isles with gusts generally reaching 50-60 mph but with a smaller chance of 70 mph gusts. Winds will quickly ease from late morning. What should I do? Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving or bus timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items. If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

A spell of very windy weather is likely to cause some travel disruption.

The public is advised to take extra care, further information and advice can be found here: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/links.html