⚠️ Weather Alert: Wales Braces for Storm Amy! 🌧️💨
Storm Amy has arrived with a bang, and it’s shaking things up across Wales! As strong winds and heavy rainfall sweep the country, several areas are on high alert. There are currently nine flood alerts and one serious flood warning in place, primarily affecting mid and north Wales.
🔔 A Yellow Wind Warning is active until 7pm covering places like Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taf, and Swansea, while a second extends until midnight over areas like Pembrokeshire and Wrexham.
Heads up – the roads can get tricky! 🚧 Some roads are shut due to fallen trees, rail services are experiencing delays, and parts of Wales are dealing with power cuts. Even the Severn Bridge is closed in both directions due to powerful gusts.
Natural Resources Wales has issued warnings indicating that flooding is expected around the Rivers Colwyn and Glaslyn at Beddgelert, so immediate action is needed. Meanwhile, other areas are on alert as flooding is possible. Be prepared if you’re in affected zones!
Here’s a breakdown of places with flood alerts:
– Lower Severn catchment in Powys
– North Gwynedd catchment
– River Conwy at Llanrwst
– Vyrnwy catchment and more
Across the UK, Storm Amy’s packed a punch with gusts up to 100 mph in parts of Scotland, extending its windy grip over Wales. Stay safe, everyone, and keep a lookout for updates as the storm unfolds! 💪🏽🌪️
If you’re in the affected areas, make sure to take necessary precautions and stay informed. Your safety is the top priority! 🗺️🏠 Stay tuned for more updates, and let’s weather this storm together! ⛈️👊🏽 #StormAmy #WalesWeather #StaySafe