With very strong winds of up to 80mph expected in coastal areas on the island...

Published: 2:58 pm November 1, 2023
Updated: 10:57 am October 8, 2025
A Major Incident Has Been Declared by the Hampshire & Iow Resilience Forum from midnight To Support Preparations For The Impact Of storm Ciarán

With very strong winds of up to 80mph expected in coastal areas on the island and across the south of the mainland area from tonight through to Thursday, there is a risk of damage to buildings and falling trees leading to a potential risk to life.

Storm Ciarán is expected to reach Southampton this evening at around 6pm. Yellow warnings for wind and rain have been issued by the Met Office through to Thursday night, with an amber warning for wind currently predicted between 6am and 5pm on Thursday.

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