UK Yellow Weather Warning: 85mph Winds Threaten Travel Disruption as Christmas Holidays Begin

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:32am on 21 Dec 2024,Saturday Weather & Environment

The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings, predicting gusts up to 85mph across Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and western England this weekend. Coastal areas face dangerous conditions with large waves. The disruptive weather aligns with holiday travel, risking delays in road, rail, air, and ferry services. Northern Scotland is set to experience the strongest winds Saturday afternoon. The RAC advises avoiding major routes during peak hours (1-7 PM) on Friday and Saturday. Winds will ease next week, but Christmas Eve and Day remain mild, with rain likely in northern regions.

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