The Burnham-On-Sea area will see some of the strongest winds from Storm Darragh when it sweeps through the area this weekend, says the Met Office.
A rare red weather warning has been issued by the Met Office from 3am on Saturday morning through to 11am on Saturday. Winds gusting to 90mph are possible.
It says: “A period of extremely strong winds will develop during the early hours of Saturday morning as Storm Darragh moves across the Irish Sea. Gusts of 90 mph or more are possible over coasts and hills of west and south Wales, as well as funnelling through the Bristol Channel with some very large waves on exposed beaches.”
“The strongest winds will begin to ease from late morning, though it will remain very windy with Amber wind warnings still in force until the evening.”
A Yellow warning for high wind will also remain in effect until 6am on Sunday morning.
The Environment Agency has urged people to keep well away from coastal paths, piers and proms due to expected high waves.
National Highways says one of the routes most likely to be affected by the strongest winds will be the M5 from Burnham-On-Sea to the Avonmouth Bridge.
“High-sided vehicles, caravans, motorbikes and other vulnerable vehicles are advised to take extra care when travelling due to the increased risk,” says a spokesman.
“National Highways warns that people planning to travel by road are advised to plan ahead and that you may wish to delay your journey.”
