Storm Dave has hit the UK, bringing devastating winds of up to 80mph, heavy snow and widespread travel disruption over the Easter weekend.
Under current weather conditions, the Met Office has issued an ‘orange wind’ warning for parts of northern England, north-west Wales and southern Scotland.
The Orange Wind Warning remains in effect from 7:00 p.m. Saturday until 3:00 a.m. Sunday.
Due to high winds, flying debris can pose a significant “life hazard”, as well as power outages and major travel disruptions.
Scottish First Minister John Swinney urged people to follow safety advice, citing: “The weather conditions will be very difficult indeed.”
Across Scotland there is a risk of snowfall of up to 30cm (12 inches) with blizzards and blowing snow, indicating dangerous conditions.
A yellow snow warning is also in effect for the region until Sunday, April 5.
There are four separate yellow warnings for strong winds for Northern Ireland, northern England, Wales and most of Scotland, with gusts of up to 80 mph expected in coastal areas.
Travel disruptions have already started. Ferry crossings from the west of Scotland were cancelled, holiday parks in Wales said there had been cancellations and Scotrail asked people to check their journeys.
According to the Met Office: “Some uncertainty remains over the exact track and shape of Storm Dave, but a spell of strong south-westerly winds is expected. »
The storm is expected to ease on Easter Sunday and move eastwards to the North Sea. However, strong winds will remain in the region.
On Easter Monday, April 6, warmer air from Europe will arrive with temperatures reaching 23 degrees.
