When will Storm Otto end? Met Office weather warning as UK battered by 75mph winds
manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe first storm of the season is set to hit parts of England and Scotland today bringing high winds and rain. Named by the Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI), Storm Otto has been moving east across the far north of the UK since the early hours.
The storm is predicted to bring in gusts in excess of 75mph to some northern areas. A yellow weather warning has been issued from 3am to 3pm today (February 17) for almost all Scotland and another from 5am to 2pm for the borders and north east England, as far down as South Yorkshire.
The Met Office has warned that there may be injuries or even danger to life from flying debris and damage is expected to buildings and roofs.
Commuters should expect disruption to road, rail, air and ferry services longer journey times, road closures and cancellations may be possible. READ MORE: Met Office gives update on when new 'Beast from the East' could hit Large waves and beach material could be thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties and power cuts may occur, which could affect other services such as mobile phone coverage.
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