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The Met Office has forecast winds to disrupt the two South West counties from tomorrow - with gusts to 60 or 70 mph possible near the coast, and gusts of 50mph possible inland. READ MORE: Somerset and Devon issued new weather warnings 4 out of 5 days READ MORE: Storm Éowyn: Fallen trees and road closures in Somerset The new yellow warning will be in place from Monday, January 27 (6am)until Tuesday, January 28 (6am). A yellow warning could mean some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, power cuts may occur, and there may be potential to affect other services (transport).
A large area of the UK is forecast to be hit by 'strong winds' over 24 hours. (Image: Met Office) The Met Office website reads: "A period of strong and gusty southwesterly winds is likely to affect southern parts of England and Wales through Monday and at first on Tuesday. "Gusts to 60 or 70 mph are possible near the coast, with gusts of 50mph possible inland.
Winds will gradually ease from the west on Tuesday morning." To ensure safety during the weather warning, the Met Office has provided some helpful information. "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." The weather warning comes just a few days after damage caused by Storm Éowyn - where Somerset was hit in areas.
11 trees fell yesterday (January 24): three in the Mendip area, one in Sedgemoor, three in South Somerset, two in the Taunton Dean area, and one in the West Somerset area, Somerset Council confirmed..
