Storm Austen to bring winds up to 70mph and heavy rain

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 16:32 · Archive

Storm Austen is forecast to bring winds of up to 70mph and heavy rain to parts of the UK from Thursday night into Friday. Wind gusts could potentially reach 60–70mph, with the greatest risk of disruptive winds across parts of southwest England, for which an amber warning has been issued. A wider yellow warning for wind remains in place from Thursday evening into Friday.

Chris Bulmer, deputy chief forecaster at the Met Office, said the strong winds would be combined with spells of heavy rain. He noted there remains some uncertainty in the exact track of the storm but increasing confidence in the potential for disruptive winds across southwest England. He urged people in affected areas to keep up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings as the event develops.

The RNLI has also urged the public to exercise caution near coastal areas during the storm. Ross Macleod, RNLI water safety manager, said the storm is set to bring potentially dangerous conditions and asked the public to stay vigilant and not take unnecessary risks.

Storm Austen to bring winds up to 70mph and heavy rain — Image: Echo (Basildon)

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Warning issued for winds up to 70mph and heavy rain as storm moves inEssex residents are being warned ahead of Storm Austen which is likely to bring winds of up to 70mph across the UK.Echo (Basildon) · 21 Oct, 15:47
Warning issued for winds up to 70mph and heavy rain as storm moves inEssex residents are being warned ahead of Storm Austen which is likely to bring winds of up to 70mph across the UK.Brentwood Guardian · 21 Oct, 15:47
Warning issued for winds up to 70mph and heavy rain as storm moves inEssex residents are being warned ahead of Storm Austen which is likely to bring winds of up to 70mph across the UK.Colchester Gazette · 21 Oct, 15:47

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