The UK is bracing for Storm Ewoyn's impact, with Met Office issuing a rare 'red alert' for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Strong winds and heavy rain are expected, prompting warnings and preparations for potential power outages and disruption. The British Red Cross is on standby to assist affected communities.
Brits are being urged to stay indoors and only venture out if absolutely necessary as Storm Ewoyn is set to batter the UK. The Met Office has issued a rare ' red alert ' for parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland , while amber warnings for wind and yellow warnings for rain are in place for the rest of Scotland , along with parts of England and Wales.
The warning is in effect from 10 am on Friday, January 24, with the alert stating that strong winds 'can pose a danger to life, causing flying debris, falling trees, and large waves around coastal areas'. It also warns of potential power cuts and disruption to mobile coverage. \With winds predicted to reach 100mph in some areas, the British Red Cross has said that crisis response teams are standing by to support communities, many of whom have already been affected by previous storms, Bert and Darragh, last year. The charity is urging people to be prepared and is offering advice on what to do before, during, and after a storm. \Director of crisis response and community resilience, Chris Davies, said: 'As British Red Cross teams wait on standby to support communities across the UK, we are advising people to be as prepared as they can be. We have a lot of advice to help, simple things like securing loose objects in your garden, ensuring windows and doors are securely closed, and making an evacuation plan for your family and pets, which can make all the difference.' He added: 'Tragically, the reality is that communities most at risk feel the worst effects of a storm when it hits. This hampers their ability to recover after a crisis and prepare for the next one. Through our work, we continue to see the real human impact this has and why it is so vital we prioritise resilience and emergency preparedness. As the UK continues to see an increase in extreme weather events, we must see greater support to help communities recover and adapt.'
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