The Isle of Wight can expect a windy start to the year, according to a Met Office weather warning for strong wind.
Valid from 9am on Wednesday 1st January to 6am on Thursday 2nd January, the weather warning reads:
A deep area of low pressure is expected to cross the UK from the west, bringing a spell of very strong winds.
Gusts of 65-75 mph are likely around coasts and hills, especially in the south and west, with 50-60 mph gusts likely fairly widely inland.
What should I expect?
- There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected
- There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs
- There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
- There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
- There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris
- There is a small chance that some roads and bridges could close
You can follow the weather warning by visiting the Met Office website (where you’ll see other warnings in place around much of the UK.
