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UK Warnings
Weather Warning
Friday 13th December

YELLOW EARLY WARNING for WIND for SCOTLAND and NORTHERN IRELAND

South to southwest winds will increase across many northern parts of the UK on Saturday with gales becoming widespread across Scotland and Northern Ireland. There is the potential for severe gales to develop, particularly across northwest Scotland. Gusts of 60-70 mph are likely within the yellow area with a risk of gusts to 80 mph or more across exposed parts of northwest Scotland.

Some heavy rain is also likely, particularly in the west.

The public should be aware that there could be disruption to travel and other outdoor events.

At this stage there remains uncertainty regarding the extent of the strongest winds and so the public are advised to look out for updates to this alert in the coming days.

Valid Saturday 14th Dec 0600 until 2359

Friday 13th December

YELLOW EARLY WARNING for WIND for northern SCOTLAND

Following severe gales on Saturday there is the risk of further very windy weather across the far north and northwest of Scotland on Sunday. There is the potential for gusts of 70 to 80 mph, and perhaps more in exposed areas.

There remains considerable uncertainty as to the extent of the very strong winds. However the public should be aware of the risk of further disruption to transport and other outdoor activities and are also advised to monitor the website for updates in the coming days.

Valid Sunday 15th Dec 0005 until 2359

http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2635167#extra-uk-content