This weekend the North West of British Isles will be hit by Storm Darragh and the RNLI is asking those near the coast to be aware of the dangers.
Amber and yellow weather warnings have been issued for wind and rain from late on Friday, covering much of the North West, with gusts of up to 70-80mph expected on the coast.
Yellow weather warnings are in force for rain until early Sunday morning, and amber warnings for wind start early on Saturday morning until late evening.
RNLI Warning
For those who plan to visit the coast, the strong gusts pose a significant risk to safety and the lifesaving charity is urging the public to exercise extreme caution, particularly along exposed cliffs, seafronts and piers.
The RNLI’s safety advice is:
- Stay well back from stormy, wintery seas and cliff edges;
- Check the weather forecast and tide times before you go;
- Take a phone with you;
- In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.
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