Weather warnings issued as potential named storm forecast to affect the UK
Summary
The UK Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for wind and rain expected on Thursday due to a low-pressure system moving across southern England. This weather could lead to heavy rain, strong winds, local flooding, and transportation disruptions. Although the UK is not likely to name the storm, meteorological agencies in nearby European countries could name it if impacts are severe enough.Key Facts
- The UK Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for Thursday due to an incoming low-pressure system.
- The weather system might not be severe enough for the UK to name it, but it could be named by other European weather agencies if it affects France or Belgium significantly.
- Heavy rain is expected from late Wednesday through Thursday, potentially causing local flooding in parts of southern and eastern England.
- Rainfall could be between 20-50mm (about 1-2 inches) in many areas with some places possibly receiving more.
- Strong winds with gusts of 45-55mph (70-90km/h) are forecast, potentially reaching 65mph (105km/h) on the east coast.
- The strong winds have the potential to cause travel disruptions, topple trees, and result in power outages.
- If the storm is named by agencies in other countries, it may be called Storm Benjamin or Storm Bram depending on which agency names it first.
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