Yellow wind warning
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Issued by UK Met Office
⏳ In force until Fri 23 Oct, 23:00 📍 East Midlands | East of England | London & South East England | North West England | South West England | Wales | West … (approximate) 🕑 1 h ago
Whilst the winds across the warning area are not expected to be as strong as those further south and west, a spell of inland gales is possible with gusts around 45 to 55mph during Friday daytime. In combination with locally heavy rain and many trees still in full leaf, there is potential for some power outages and travel disruption. For further details see https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/war…
📡 CAP alert details
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📡 CAP alert details
Common Alerting Protocol
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SeverityModerate
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UrgencyFuture
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CertaintyLikely
EventYellow wind warning
Response typePrepare
CategoryMet
Affected areaEast Midlands | East of England | London & South East England | North West England | South West England | Wales | West Midlands | Yorkshire & Humber
Issuing authorityUK Met Office
ContactNot supplied
🕓 Alert timing · EAT
Sent2026-10-22T09:03:48+00:00
EffectiveNot supplied
Onset2026-10-23T09:00:00+00:00
Expires2026-10-23T20:00:00+00:00
📋 Official instructions
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. 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. 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. Be prepared for weather warnings to change qui…📄 Message details
Alert identifier2.49.0.0.826.0.GB_261022090348_1e485c7c.v1.0.W
Message typeAlert
Senderhttps://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings
ScopePublic
CAP statusActual
Related messagesNot supplied
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🛡 Safety advice
General guidance for this type of incident - not official instructions.
- 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. 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. 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. Be prepared for weather warnings to change qui…
- Stay aware of your surroundings in this area.
- Follow official updates from the police and local authorities.
- In an emergency call 112 (police) or 112 (ambulance), or request help through Jilinde.
📰 Story summary
From the report shown in the feed:
- Whilst the winds across the warning area are not expected to be as strong as those further south and west, a spell of inland gales is possible with gusts around 45 to 55mph during Friday daytime.
- In combination with locally heavy rain and many trees still in full leaf, there is potential for some power outages and travel disruption.
- For further details see https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/war…
ⓘ News summary · read the original report for full context.
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