Amber weather warning issued for Cornwall as Storm Arwen approaches

The Met Office has upgraded one of the weather warnings issued for Cornwall to amber, as Storm Arwen approaches.

Gales of up to 70mph are set to batter the Duchy for the next two days, with the risk of flying debris, large waves and travel disruption.

Forecasters say there is a chance flying debris or beach material thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties could pose a danger to life.

The amber warning for strong winds will be in force between 00:00am and 9am on Saturday 27th November.

The wider yellow weather warnings have already kicked in and will remain in force until 6pm on Saturday.

What can we expect?

The Met Office says high winds associated with Storm Arwen are expected to cause some travel disruption and damage, including:

• Flying debris is likely and could lead to Injuries or danger to life

• Probably damage to trees, temporary structures and buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs

• Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected

• Some roads and bridges likely to close

• There is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage

• Injuries and danger to life is likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties

• The storm forecast states: "Storm Arwen will bring very strong northerly winds into coastal parts of Wales and parts of western England Friday night and into Saturday.

• "The highest winds then become confined to southwest England by Saturday morning.

• "Gusts of 60 to 70mph are expected in coastal areas with gusts in excess of 70mph in a few places".

• More information about the weather warnings for Cornwall, as well as advice for staying safe during stormy weather, can be found on the Met Office website.

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