Today's Weather Report

STORM WARNING;

Storm Dudley has hit parts of North and brought flooding and chaos to major roads with high-sided vehicles turned over.

On Friday we have another weather event - storm Eunice coming in from the Western approaches and tracking up the English Channel. The whole of the Southern half of England is under Amber warning for winds and rain with winds speeds of 80 - 90 mph.

Batten the hatches everyone, its going to be a bumpy ride !!!

 

yep I am hibernating!!!!

 

I should think so too Candy darlin' !!! - you won't be able to 'hobble' around outside in such strong winds.

 

no way. YOU take care. xxxx

 

I have my 'cleaner' calling on Friday, so I won't be venturing out anyway Candy darlin'

 

Good as I will worry, as you know. xxx

 

I'm ok Candy darlin' , but you're not as nimble as you previously were !!!

 

What's not tied down is going to get blown away................

High Wind Warning

Start Thursday, February 17, 11:00 PM EST
End Friday, February 18, 9:00 AM EST

HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM EST FRIDAY...

WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
WHERE...In Massachusetts, Western Norfolk MA, Southeast Middlesex MA, Suffolk MA, Eastern Norfolk MA, Northern Bristol MA, Western Plymouth MA
WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 9 AM EST Friday.
IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

 

PLEASE TAKE CARE. XXX

 

53
°F°C
Precipitation: 50%
Humidity: 69%
Wind: 21 mph
Bournemouth, UK
Thursday
Scattered showers

 

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Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening/Night to all my HIP Forum friends.

Below is the weather forecast here in Colwyn Bay North Wales UK.

46F / 7C Outside.
72F / 21C Inside.




You can look below on our live CCTV Nest feeds if you wish to see what the weather is like here right now.

One camera is situated just over the Patio Door and looking down towards the sea:

Shared Live Stream | Nest

This camera is looking down into the garden, and up the road looking towards railway bridge:

Shared Live Stream | Nest

 

Guess what ??? - after Storms Dudley and Eunice, there's another one out in the Atlantic, winding itself up and ready to head our way - Storm Gladys !!!

 

Midwest USA under winter storm watch. Hope it misses us.

 

The uk meteorlogical Office have just upgraded Storm Eunice from an Amber to a Red Alert for parts of the South-West and Wales.


Red weather alert warns of ‘danger to life’ from Storm Eunice

Isobel Frodsham, PA
17 February 2022, 11:23 am


The Met Office has issued the highest level of alert for Storm Eunice, warning there could be a “danger to life” as a result of extremely strong winds.

The red weather warning, meaning a high impact is very likely, covers the coastline of Devon, Cornwall and Somerset as well as the south coast of Wales and will be in effect from 7am until 12pm on Friday.

It warns of “flying debris resulting in danger to life” and “damage to buildings and homes, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down”.

Other threats include roads, bridges and railway lines being closed with delays and cancellations to public transport, ferry services and flights, and large waves plus “beach material” being thrown on to coastal roads, seafronts and homes, which could result in flooding for some coastal properties.

⚠️⚠️ Rare Red Weather Warning Issued ⚠️⚠️#StormEunice will bring extremely strong winds across parts of Southwest England and south Wales

Friday 0700 – 1200

Latest info UK weather warnings

Advice Stay safe in a storm

Stay #WeatherAware⚠️ pic.twitter.com/m46eseAXoV

— Met Office (@metoffice) February 17, 2022

Uprooted trees are likely, while people could also have power cuts which could affect their mobile phone coverage, the Met Office said.

In Cornwall, residents are being urged to take precautions and only travel if absolutely necessary while people in north Somerset are being encouraged to stay at home.

Red warnings are issued rarely, with the last one in November 2021 ahead of the arrival of Storm Arwen, which saw very strong winds batter areas on the east coast of Scotland and north-east coast of England.

Several red warnings were issued in late February and early March 2018 during the so-called “Beast from the East”, the storm that brought widespread heavy snow and freezing temperatures to many parts of the UK.

Storm Eunice is predicted to bring in winds around 90mph in coastal areas while inland parts could still see gusts up to 80mph.


The Met Office has warned ‘beach material’ could be thrown on to coastal roads, seafronts and homes during Storm Eunice (Danny Lawson/PA)
Amber warnings, the second highest alert level, for wind are in place across the whole of England while yellow weather warnings, the next level down, for wind and snow are in force for a large part of Scotland and the whole of Northern Ireland.

The Cobra emergency committee will meet on Thursday “to discuss the response to Storm Dudley and Storm Eunice”, the Government said.

Cabinet Office minister Michael Ellis will lead the meeting.

Ministers have been urged to ensure the Cobra meeting results in an emergency support plan to deal with power cuts.

️ #StormDudley has caused major disruption and #StormEunice will be more severe tomorrow.

⚠️ Check @nationalrailenq before travelling.

How storms impact the railway:

➡️ How storms and flooding affect the railway - Network Rail#storms #severeweather pic.twitter.com/u6cmFJ7z5a

— Network Rail (@networkrail) February 17, 2022

Energy networks have said they are preparing for power outages caused by the storm.

The Energy Networks Association said almost all properties affected by power outages from Storm Dudley have now been reconnected.

Ross Easton, from the Association, which represents the UK’s energy network operators, said: “With either a yellow, amber or red ‘risk to life’ warning now in force across a large part of the UK tomorrow, we are reiterating our safety advice.

“If you come across fallen power lines or damage to the electricity network, stay well clear and call 105 for free to report it. In Northern Ireland the number is 03457 643 643.

“If there is an immediate risk to life or someone is in danger, dial 999.

“The energy networks are moving teams and equipment to strategic locations, ready to respond if needed. We are contacting customers in vulnerable situations to ensure they’re aware of the warnings in place and informed about what to do.”


(PA Graphics)
Householders in the storm’s path are advised to charge up mobile phones and portable chargers, call 105 or use a mobile for updates if you have a power cut, keep a torch charged and make sure vulnerable friends, family and neighbours are prepared.

National Rail has told travellers to check and see if their trains are delayed or cancelled if they are travelling on Friday as several train operators are expected to have their services affected.

The RAC has urged motorists not to drive during Storm Eunice unless it is absolutely necessary.

RAC Breakdown spokesperson Rod Dennis said: “With a rare red weather warning for extreme winds in place tomorrow, safety on the roads will be paramount. It’s vitally important drivers don’t set out during Storm Eunice unless it can’t be avoided.

“It might be better to make trips today or delay them until the worst of the storm has passed. Drivers who make unnecessary journeys risk putting themselves and their passengers in danger, as well as the lives of anyone who may need to help them should something unwanted happen.

“People who can work from home tomorrow should definitely do so, and we also urge people not to be tempted to drive to the coast to take photos of the extreme conditions.”

 

Oh I'm so looking forward to running later without dressing in a million of layers

 

I don’t know about FUN Zen.
But living here in Wales I have just received this in respect of all our railways.
HELP!

Hi Kenneth,

Storm Eunice: Railway to close as biggest storm in a decade to hit Wales

All rail services in Wales will be suspended on Friday 18 February due to the red weather warning in place for Storm Eunice.

Train services will be suspended for the whole day, with disruption likely to continue into the weekend so that over 1000 miles of track can be checked and cleared of debris and fallen trees.

Winds of up to 100mph could hit the most westerly parts of Wales, around the Pembrokeshire coastline, while winds of between 60 and 80mph could impact inland across Wales and the borders area.

Due to the level of extreme weather expected, rail replacement services will not be able to operate as the road network will also be disrupted.

Transport for Wales is allowing passengers with tickets for tomorrow (18 Feb) to travel over the weekend, if services have resumed by then. Original tickets will be valid for these journeys.

Customers with tickets dated Friday 18th can travel on Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th and Monday 21st

Customers with tickets dated Saturday 19th can travel on Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th and Monday 21st

GWR is also allowing passengers to travel on alternative days with tickets valid today through to and including Monday 21 February.

Avanti West Coast passengers with tickets for Friday can use their tickets today or on Saturday 19 February.

The decision has been made jointly by Network Rail and train operators with the safety of passengers and railway staff paramount.

 

OH MY BOOZY!

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