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Met Office warns of more high winds in Burnham-On-Sea area today (Tuesday)

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Burnham-On-Sea residents are being warned to expect more high winds and heavy rain today (Tuesday Januaey 14th).

The Met Office is warning people to be braced for further strong rain and winds across the south west.

A yellow weather warning has been issued between 12 mid-day and midnight. 

The Met Office says “Southwesterly winds are expected to strengthen across much of England and Wales during Tuesday afternoon and evening.”

“Gusts of 40-50mph are expected quite widely inland, with exposed coasts and hills having gusts of around 60mph, perhaps locally 70mph. Heavy rain may be an additional hazard in places. Winds will ease from the west during Tuesday night.”

Forecasters warn delays to travel are “likely” due to surface water and there is a chance of “some short term loss of power and other services”.

 

 

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