Wales is once again bracing itself for hazardous conditions as the Met Office issues a yellow weather warning for wind, with forecasters warning of gale-force gusts, heavy rain, hail and the risk of thunderstorms.
The warning, linked to the arrival of Storm Amy, comes into force from 8pm on Sunday, 14 September, and will remain in place until 6pm on Monday, 15 September. Large swathes of the country are expected to be affected, with forecasters cautioning that disruption is likely.
In its latest forecast, the Met Office said: “An area of low pressure will bring a prolonged spell of windy weather through Sunday evening and into Monday. Gusts of around 50–60 mph are likely around coasts and hills, with 70–80 mph possible in the most exposed locations, with the windiest conditions expected on Monday morning and moving eastwards as the day progresses.”
The warning covers almost every part of Wales, including Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, the Isle of Anglesey, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Neath Port Talbot, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, Torfaen and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Sunday itself is expected to be particularly unsettled, with a band of heavy rain moving across the country. Some areas could see between 16mm and 32mm of rainfall within the space of an hour, while coastal communities may be hit by winds approaching 60mph.
The Met Office has warned of potential disruption to road, rail and air travel, alongside the risk of damage to buildings and power cuts. There is also a “small chance” of injury or danger to life from flying debris.
People living along the coast are being urged to take extra care, with the risk of unusually large waves adding to the hazards. Homeowners are also advised to secure outdoor items such as bins and garden furniture ahead of the storm.
The weather agency has stressed that warnings can change quickly and is encouraging the public to stay up to date with the latest forecasts.
