Storm Boelo brings 80mph winds to northern England this weekend

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 12:15 · Archive

Storm Boelo is forecast to bring winds of 50-60mph widely, with gusts up to 80mph in exposed areas, from Saturday evening through Sunday.

Storm Boelo will bring strong winds and heavy rain to northern England from Saturday evening through Sunday, with a yellow weather warning issued across the region. Gusts of 50-60mph are forecast more widely, with stronger winds of 70-80mph possible in exposed coastal areas and on high ground, particularly affecting areas such as Ilkley Moor in the Bradford district.

Chris Bulmer, deputy chief forecaster at the Met Office, said the storm would bring 'an impactful weekend of weather'. Rain will spread across much of the UK on Saturday before winds strengthen. Forecasts and warning areas may change as the weekend approaches.

Rail passengers are warned to expect significant disruption from Friday to Sunday. National Rail says strong winds can slow trains, whilst fallen trees and debris may block tracks and damage overhead power lines. Heavy rain could cause flooding, damage embankments and disrupt signalling, leading to delays and cancellations. Passengers are urged to check their entire journey before travelling and monitor service updates.

How it is being reported

• Met Office issues yellow weather warning as Storm Boelo brings 65mph winds and heavy rain this weekendThe Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Leeds and West Yorkshire as Storm Boelo barrels across the UKYorkshire Evening Post · 23 Oct, 12:26
• Storm Boelo: Met Office issues warning for high winds in Halifax, Brighouse, Todmorden and Hebden BridgeThe Met Office has forecast strong winds for Calderdale the weekend as Storm Boelo is named.Brighouse Echo · 23 Oct, 11:19
• Storm Boelo - Bradford braces itself for 80mph winds and travel disruptionGusts of 50mph to 60mph are forecast, with stronger winds possible in exposed areas and on high ground.Telegraph & Argus · 22 Oct, 14:53

In this story: Storm Boelo · Bradford · northern England · Ilkley Moor · Met Office · Chris Bulmer · National Rail

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