Blustery winds cancel Christmas swimming events as winter weather warnings sweep the UK.
Yellow Alerts Signal Trouble for Vulnerable Brits
A cold health alert has been issued in the South West of England, warning of increased risks to vulnerable people from 6pm on Christmas Day until midday on Boxing Day. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) highlights a “greater risk to life” and a surge in healthcare demand.
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The Met Office has also slapped yellow wind warnings on the South West and Wales. Gusts of 45-55mph, peaking at 65mph along the coast, threaten travel chaos and power cuts.
“Given the more unusual wind direction, this may lead to some disruption to transport and power supplies,” said the Met Office. “Large waves will be an additional hazard on some coasts.”
Christmas Swim Events Cancelled Amid Rough Seas
Festive swimmers have been left disappointed as the Coverack swim in Cornwall is postponed to New Year’s Day for safety. Devon’s Start Bay Inn also cancelled its Boxing Day swim due to hazardous seas.
Additionally, the M27 will close from Whiteley to Fareham until early January, causing expected delays between Southampton and Portsmouth.
