Spring may be on its way, but the Met Office has issued a weather warning for York and other areas across North Yorkshire this week due to a period of strong winds and heavy rain.
A yellow alert has been put in place for wind from 5am tomorrow (March 12) until 8pm in the evening as some transport disruption is possible.
The forecaster has also shared that wind gusts of 50-55 mph are “expected widely”.
Strong winds warning for York and North Yorkshire explained
⚠️ Yellow weather warnings issued ⚠️
Strong winds across northern parts of the UK
Northern Ireland
Thursday 0600 – 1200
Scotland, England, Wales
Thursday 0500 – 2000
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The Met Office has outlined what residents could expect to happen during Thursday’s yellow alert for strong winds:
- Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely
- Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer
- Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely
- Some short-term loss of power and other services is possible
- It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves
The forecaster explained: “Strong winds are expected during Thursday associated with an active weather front moving southeastwards across the UK.
“Gusts of 50-55 mph are expected widely, with some coastal locations and areas downwind of high ground seeing gusts of 60 mph or even 70 mph in a few places.
“Winds will ease from the north through the day.”
What different Met Office weather warnings mean
North Yorkshire areas covered by Met Office weather warning tomorrow
Just some of the areas in the county that are currently named in Thursday’s yellow weather warning for strong winds, are:
- York
- Tadcaster
- Harrogate
- Pateley Bridge
- Ripon
- Thirsk
- Masham
- Easingwold
- Helmsley
- Settle
- Hawes
- Masham
- Bedale
- Leyburn
- Pickering
- Malton
- Scarborough
- Filey
- Whitby
- Robin Hood’s Bay
You can take a look at the full Met Office weather warning map online to see if your location is included.
If you’re looking for advice on how you can prepare for the bad weather ahead, the forecaster recommends: “Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
“People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance.
“It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.”
Those heading to the North Yorkshire coast have been told: “If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves.
“Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea.
Recommended reading:
“Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.”
Stay up to date with the weather forecast in your area by visiting the Met Office website (a link to which can be found above).
Is your area expected to be hit by strong winds and heavy rain this week? Let us know in the comments below.
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