The Met Office has issued new weather warnings for Wales, signalling the arrival of four days of extreme weather conditions including ice, wind, and heavy rain. As Storm Éowyn weakens and moves northeast of the UK, Saturday is expected to be breezy with strong winds persisting in the north. Showers will replace persistent heavy rain, especially over higher ground in the north, leading to wintry conditions. A yellow warning for ice has been issued for Wales on Saturday from 4 am to 11 am, with the Met Office forecasting hazardous travelling conditions due to ice forming on untreated surfaces.
The affected areas in Wales include Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Neath Port Talbot, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, Torfaen, and Vale of Glamorgan. A new area of low pressure is set to influence the UK’s weather from Sunday onwards, initially impacting the west and spreading eastward. This will bring further wind and rain, prompting more weather warnings for Wales, this time for wind and rain. The forecast for Wales on Sunday indicates gales in some areas with heavy rain possible, followed by changeable and windy weather through Monday and Tuesday, with temperatures close to average.
The weather warnings for Wales this weekend include an ice warning for Saturday from 4 am to 11 am, a wind warning on Sunday from 8 am to 3 pm, and a rain warning from 8 am to 6 am on Monday. The warnings anticipate gales in some regions, heavy rain, and the possibility of surface water and river flooding due to significant rainfall. BBC Wales weather presenter Sue Charles mentioned that the adverse weather over the weekend could potentially lead to the next named storm of the season, Storm Floris, marking the sixth storm since October. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions.
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As Wales braces for a prolonged spell of disruptive weather, authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and prepared for potential hazards. With the Met Office issuing warnings for ice, wind, and rain, it is essential to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure safety during the upcoming challenging conditions. By leveraging digital platforms like the WalesOnline WhatsApp community, individuals can access real-time updates and essential information to navigate the impact of the inclement weather effectively. Stay tuned for further updates and advisories as the weather situation unfolds over the weekend.