Storm Bert Set to Bring Severe Weather to the Isle of Wight This Weekend


 

Storm Bert Set to Bring Severe Weather to the Isle of Wight This Weekend

By Liam Chorley
Fri 22 November 2024, 4:16 PM GMT+6

The Met Office has issued a weather warning for the Isle of Wight as Storm Bert approaches the south coast.

The yellow alert for strong winds will be in effect from 3 PM on Saturday until 9 PM on Sunday, with the potential for hazardous conditions and widespread disruptions.



What to Expect

  • Travel Disruptions: Longer journey times or cancellations could affect road, rail, air, and ferry services.
  • Property Damage: A slight chance of damage to buildings, such as roof tiles being dislodged.
  • Power Cuts: Possible outages that may impact services like mobile phone networks.
  • Coastal Hazards: Large waves and debris could pose a danger to life along sea fronts, roads, and nearby properties.
  • Flying Debris: A small chance of injuries or danger to life from windborne objects.


Ferry Services at Risk

Isle of Wight ferry operator Wightlink has warned passengers of potential disruptions:

“We advise anyone planning to travel with us to check our website for updates,” said a spokesperson. “If there are delays or cancellations, customers with bookings will be contacted by our team.”



Storm Bert Across the UK

Storm Bert is part of a broader weather system expected to affect large areas of the UK, bringing heavy rain, snow, and strong winds. While southern England braces for gale-force winds, Scotland faces an amber warning for snowfall.



Dan Holley, Deputy Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office, highlighted the risks:

“Heavy snowfall is expected across parts of northern England and Scotland, especially on higher ground, while southern and western areas face heavy rain and flooding risks due to snowmelt and rainfall exceeding 100 mm in some places.”



Why Storm Bert?

Storm Bert is the second named storm of the season, following Storm Ashley. The Met Office names storms to raise awareness of severe weather risks. This year’s storm names include Ashley, Bert, Conall, and others drawn from public suggestions and meteorological history.

Stay informed and prepared for Storm Bert’s impact this weekend.

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