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GlobWeather Channel UK Braces for Storm Amy: Met Office Issues Amber and Yellow Weather Warnings Nationwide

UK Braces for Storm Amy: Met Office Issues Amber and Yellow Weather Warnings Nationwide

Emily Parker
October 04, 2025
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Storm Amy is set to impact the UK with heavy rain and damaging winds this weekend. The Met Office has issued its tenth weather warning, covering all regions with amber and yellow alerts. Severe travel disruption, flooding, and hazardous driving conditions are expected. Here’s everything you need to know.

Storm Amy Sparks Nationwide Weather Warnings

The Met Office has issued its tenth weather warning as Storm Amy prepares to sweep across the UK starting tonight (Friday, October 3). Both yellow and amber alerts are now in place across every region, with meteorologists warning of “disruptive wet and windy weather” through the weekend.

Widespread Rainfall and Strong Winds Expected

Heavy rainfall and strong, gusty winds will hit all parts of the UK. Gusts are expected to reach:

  • 60–70 mph widely

  • Over 95 mph in amber warning areas

This weather could cause:

  • Flooding in low-lying areas

  • Difficult driving conditions

  • Travel delays and cancellations

Yellow and Amber Weather Warnings by Region

📍 Northern England, Scotland & Northern Ireland

  • Yellow rain warning: Active from this morning (11 AM in NI, 12 PM in Scotland)

  • Amber wind warnings: In place for parts of northern England and Scotland

  • Conditions worsening by Friday evening and continuing through Saturday

📍 Southern England & Wales

  • Yellow wind warning: Midnight to 7 PM Saturday

  • Gusts will bring disruption and danger, especially in exposed coastal and highland areas

📍 Scotland’s Islands

  • Orkney & Shetland: Yellow wind warning from midnight Saturday until 9 AM Sunday

Travel Disruption & Safety Advice

The Met Office and Police Scotland are urging extreme caution:

"Drivers should adapt to the conditions. Stopping distances in wet weather are at least double compared to dry roads," warns Chief Superintendent Scott McCarren.

Additional advice includes:

  • Avoiding exposed routes

  • Delaying travel plans if possible

  • Staying updated with local traffic alerts

Stay Informed

Storm Amy’s impact is evolving, and so are the official warnings. To stay ahead:

  • Monitor Met Office updates

  • Subscribe to daily weather alerts

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