Storm Angus, the first named storm of Autumn 2016, has resulted in the Met Office having to update their severe weather warning issued on Friday.
An Amber warning for wind is now in place, valid from 02:00 on 11:00 on Sun 20 Nov 2016
Storm Angus is expected to bring some very strong winds to coastal counties of southeast England for a time on Sunday morning, when gusts of 70-80 mph are possible.
Be prepared for disruption to travel services, interruptions to power supplies and some damage to buildings.
In addition, the Yellow warning of rain and wind now reads,
Valid from: 21:00 on Sat 19 Nov 2016 to 14:00 on Sun 20 Nov 2016
A spell of heavy rain and some very strong winds are expected to sweep across southern and southeastern parts of England during Saturday night and Sunday morning. Gusts of 45-55 mph are likely inland and 60-65 mph near English Channel coasts, but we expect the strongest winds to affect coastal counties from the Isle of Wight eastwards, where 70-80 mph gusts are possible (see separate Amber warning).
Please be aware of the risk of difficult driving conditions due to localised surface water flooding and possible debris from trees.
Flood alert
The Environment Agency havr issued the following flood alert for Isle of Wight coastline.
Flooding is possible for the coast around the Isle of Wight. Low lying coastal land and roads will be affected first. Be prepared.
This forecast is for Cowes
Time and date of high water: 04:33 on 20/11/2016
Predicted astronomical tide level: 1.67 mAOD
Forecast surge height: 0.73 m
Forecast high water level: 2.4 mAOD
Forecast high water level in Chart Datum: 4.99 mCD
Forecast wind direction: Southerly
Forecast wind strength: Force 8
While spring tides have peaked this Alert is issued due to surges generated by the upcoming Storm Angus, due to hit the area overnight.
High winds tonight may also generate large waves and so impacts may be higher than normally associated with this Alert.
Yarmouth also affected
Possible impacts include overtopping at Yarmouth of the Quay into Quay Street, Pier Square and Mill Road around the time of high water due to waves. The ferry terminal car park and ticket office may also be flooded.
