Met Office issues 19-hour weather warning for 75mph gusts across UK
# Met Office updates 19-hour weather warning as UK faces 75mph gusts
## Government agency indicates severe weather conditions coming
The Met Office has issued a 19-hour weather warning for severe wind across parts of the UK, anticipating gusts that could reach a perilous 75 mph. This warning is in effect from Thursday evening and extends into early Friday morning, posing potential risks to both property and personal safety.
According to the National Weather Agency, "Very strong southwesterly winds will develop during Thursday evening, continuing overnight before easing from the west through Friday morning." The advisory specifies that gusts of 60-70 mph are expected to be widespread within the warned areas, with certain locations potentially experiencing even stronger gusts exceeding 75 mph.
Residents across the impacted regions are being urged to take precautions to safeguard their properties and to remain vigilant to avoid injury. Such weather conditions can lead to damaged structures, fallen trees, and disrupted transport services, making awareness and preparedness crucial during this period of inclement weather.