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Storm Eunice: Amber Warning For Strong Winds Issued For Isle Of Wight

Islanders are being warned of "significant disruption" later this week, as Storm Eunice prepares to hit the Isle of Wight.

A yellow warning issued yesterday (Tuesday) has been upgraded to an amber warning.

From 3am to 9pm on Friday (18), the Met Office is warning of extremely strong winds.

A second weather warning is also in place, courtesy of the Isle of Wight Met Service.

It's warning of wind gusts of up to 80-90mph across the Island.

Disruption is expected on the Island's cross-Solent operators.

What to expect - Met Office

  • There is a good chance that flying debris could result in a danger to life
  • Damage to buildings and homes is likely, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down
  • Roads, bridges and railway lines are likely to close, with delays and cancellations to bus, train, ferry services and flights
  • There is a good chance that power cuts, possibly prolonged, could occur and possibly affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
  • Large waves are likely and beach material is likely to be thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
  • It is likely there will be falling branches and some uprooted trees

 

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