The Met Office has issued two Amber weather alerts for wind this upcoming weekend as Storm Dave is expected to hit the UK. The powerful 90mph low-pressure system is set to arrive tonight at 7pm, posing a significant risk to Northern Ireland, north Wales, Cumbria, and Northumberland. Rare “danger to life” warnings have been issued, in effect until 3 am on Sunday, along with several additional Yellow weather alerts.
Various webcams located across the country will capture the moment Storm Dave makes landfall in the UK, showcasing the strong gale-force winds. Livestreams selected by the Mirror include Blackpool, Dublin, Lake Windermere, and the Yorkshire Dales.
Travelers planning to journey over the Easter weekend have been cautioned about potential disruptions on roads, railways, air travel, and ferry services.
According to Met Office meteorologist Greg Dewhurst, cold air currently covers Scotland, and as rain moves in, it is expected to turn to snow. Significant snowfall is anticipated in the Highlands, with up to 30 centimeters in higher areas and 5 to 10 centimeters in lower regions.
After Easter Monday, temperatures are projected to rise as warmer air arrives from Europe. Dewhurst mentioned that temperatures are expected to reach the low 20s, with highs of around 20-24°C by Wednesday.
The Met Office has issued multiple yellow and amber wind warnings covering mainland Scotland, Northern Ireland, parts of northern England, and North Wales from Saturday evening into Sunday. Dangerous conditions are expected, including large coastal waves and gusts of up to 90mph in exposed areas.
Storm Dave is anticipated to peak on Saturday evening before weakening as it moves towards the North Sea on Sunday. Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney advised the public to heed advice from authorities and stay safe during the challenging weather conditions.
The RAC predicted that this Easter weekend would be the busiest on the roads since 2022. Abta estimated that approximately two million UK residents will travel abroad between Good Friday and Easter Monday.
Drivers in Scotland are advised to check their travel plans before embarking on their journeys. George Fiddes from Transport Scotland emphasized the importance of planning ahead due to the severe weather conditions expected over the Easter period.
Authorities in Scotland recommended that HGV and bus drivers exercise extreme caution during Storm Dave. Network Rail Scotland highlighted that the most affected rail lines would be along the Ayrshire coast, the East Coast Main Line, and in the northeast region.