Storm Darragh

  • A rare red weather warning is in place in Wales and south-west England – meaning Storm Darragh could pose a danger to life
  • A wind gust of 93mph (150 kmh) was recorded this morning in Wales and heavy rain has been forecast today in some areas
  • Cardiff Airport has closed its runway until 11:00 GMT
  • An amber weather warning is in place for western parts of England and Wales, the south-west of Scotland and Northern Ireland
  • The Met Office is warning of potential power cuts, damage to buildings and travel disruption from wind gusts
  • Heavy rain will also bring the risk of flooding, including in areas still recovering from the impact of last month’s Storm Bert

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