This article is from the source 'bbc' and was first published or seen on . It will not be checked again for changes.
You can find the current article at its original source at http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/1/hi/wales/7835170.stm
The article has changed 6 times. There is an RSS feed of changes available.
Version 1 | Version 2 |
---|---|
Damage warning as gales sweep in | Damage warning as gales sweep in |
(about 5 hours later) | |
Forecasters have warned that winds across Wales are strong enough to cause structural damage to buildings. | |
Gale force winds gusting up to 70mph (110kph) have brought heavy rain, particularly to exposed coasts around Gwynedd, Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion. | |
Emergency services in north Wales dealt with fallen trees blocking roads on Saturday evening between Menai Bridge and Beaumaris, and at Amlwch. | |
The wind and rain are expected to clear, but with colder air following. | |
The wind and rain were caused by a deep Atlantic depression very close to the north west of Scotland. | |
BBC Wales weather forecaster Sue Charles said: "We're in for some rough weather this weekend. | BBC Wales weather forecaster Sue Charles said: "We're in for some rough weather this weekend. |
"The worst of it will be on Saturday night, with some heavy rain, and strong to severe gale force winds. | "The worst of it will be on Saturday night, with some heavy rain, and strong to severe gale force winds. |
"They could be strong enough to cause damage to roofs, buildings and trees. | "They could be strong enough to cause damage to roofs, buildings and trees. |
"The rain will clear before midnight but blustery showers will follow." | "The rain will clear before midnight but blustery showers will follow." |
The AA urged motorists to check their routes are clear before embarking on journeys. | |
Paul Watters, head of roads and transport said: "Be prepared. Make sure your car is ready for the trip, and if you are not in any rush, maybe put it on hold." |