Amber wind warning issued as Storm Dave set to hit parts of UK

Amber Wind Alert for Storm Dave Impacting UK

The Met Office has activated an amber wind warning for Saturday evening as Storm Dave is forecast to deliver “strong and damaging gusts” to regions across the UK.

This alert covers northern England, north-west Wales, and southern Scotland, with the warning in place from 7:00 PM BST to 3:00 AM Sunday.

There is a risk of injuries or life-threatening situations due to flying debris, alongside possible transportation delays and a high likelihood of power outages.

Additional yellow warnings for wind and snow are set to begin Saturday afternoon, signaling the arrival of a blustery Easter weekend.

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