Severe Winds and Heavy Rain Cause UK Travel Disruptions

The Met Office issues yellow weather warnings as gusts of up to 65mph disrupt road, rail, air, and ferry services across England, Scotland, and Wales.

• The Met Office has issued two yellow weather warnings for wind, with gusts of up to 65mph expected in parts of the UK, particularly in northern England, southern Scotland, and coastal areas of Wales.
• Road travel has been significantly impacted, including the closure of the M48 Severn Bridge and restrictions on the Humber Bridge, with high-sided vehicles and caravans prohibited.
• Rail services in northern England and southern Scotland are operating at reduced speeds, while ferry services, including CalMac Ferries and the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, face cancellations and delays.
• Commuters are advised to anticipate longer journeys and exercise caution during travel, as strong winds pose safety risks on roads and public transport systems.
• These warnings follow the devastation caused by Storm Darragh earlier this month, which left tens of thousands without power and resulted in fatalities from falling trees.

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