The Met Office have issued a weather warning for wind on the Isle of Wight this coming week.
Valid from 3pm on Tuesday until 6am on Wednesday the warning reads:
A period of strong winds bringing the potential for some disruption on Tuesday and Wednesday.
A developing area of low pressure running north through the Irish Sea is likely to bring a spell of strong winds, accompanied by some heavy rain, to parts of central and western England, Wales, southwest Scotland and the east of Northern Ireland.
Gusts of 45-50 mph are possible inland and perhaps in excess of 60 mph for a time around some Irish Sea coastal areas.
What to expect
- Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely
- Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer
- Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely
- Some short term loss of power and other services is possible
- It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves
Stay up to date with the Met Office warning by visiting their Website.
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