Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:45am on 02 Jan 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Storm Henk is wreaking havoc across the UK, with the Met Office issuing an amber wind warning for southern England, the Midlands, East Anglia, and Wales until 20:00 GMT. Exposed coasts may experience gusts of 70 to 80mph, while inland areas could face winds up to 60mph. A yellow rain warning is in place until 21:00, affecting regions as far north as Manchester and Hull. Over 100 flood warnings and nearly 200 flood alerts have been issued by the Environment Agency. The Met Office emphasizes the risk of flying debris, potential injuries, power cuts, and advises precautions such as securing loose objects and avoiding coastal areas.
