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19/03/2004
Severe gales across central England and Wales
Parts of England and Wales were braced today for severe gales set to sweep across the region on Friday.
Forecasters have warned of high winds, up to 70mph in exposed areas and possible heavy rainfall that may lead to localised flooding.
Wales and northwest England were among the first areas to bear the brunt of the high winds that will affect northern England, the Midlands later today.
This morning forecasters were warning of severe gales affecting northwest England, north east England, the Midlands, Wales, southwest England, east Anglia and Lincolnshire.
Some disruption to travel was expected and drivers were warned to take extra care.
Forecasters said on Friday that the rest of the weekend would be windy.
(SP)
Forecasters have warned of high winds, up to 70mph in exposed areas and possible heavy rainfall that may lead to localised flooding.
Wales and northwest England were among the first areas to bear the brunt of the high winds that will affect northern England, the Midlands later today.
This morning forecasters were warning of severe gales affecting northwest England, north east England, the Midlands, Wales, southwest England, east Anglia and Lincolnshire.
Some disruption to travel was expected and drivers were warned to take extra care.
Forecasters said on Friday that the rest of the weekend would be windy.
(SP)
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