DANGER - Extreme weather expected as Red weather warning for high winds issued for Ceredigion
A Red wind warning has been issued by the Met Office for Ceredigion which is valid from 03:00 to 11:00 on Saturday 07 December, 2024. The Met Office forecast that gusts of 90mph or more are to be expected on Saturday morning.
Ceredigion residents and visitors are advised to stay safe from the impact of this extreme weather. Avoid travelling by road during potentially dangerous conditions as widespread damage, power and travel disruption is likely. Being outside in high winds is a danger for potential injury, stay indoors if you can.
Power disruption is likely, try and prepare in advance by gathering torches, phone power banks and other essential items. The winds could also lead to power cuts and affect Council-run services.
Coastal areas are also in danger due to large waves. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Residents are also reminded of the need to remain safe outside of the period of the Red Warning, due to the Amber warning that is also in force between 01:00 to 21:00 on Saturday 07 December 2024.
The Yellow weather wind warning is also still in place from 15:00 Friday 06 December until 06:00 Sunday 08 December, 2024, and a Yellow weather rain warning from 15:00 Friday 06 December until 12:00 on Saturday 07 December, 2024.
Visit the Met Office website for updates on the weather situation: UK weather warnings - Met Office
Keep up to date with the local weather forecasts and follow the advice of emergency services and the Council.
Any further updates in Ceredigion will be published here: www.ceredigion.gov.uk/StormDarragh