A weather warning has been issued as Storm Éowyn approaches Birmingham. Strong winds and heavy rain are expected to cause widespread disruption, with power cuts, travel delays, and structural damage all possible. We'll have the latest on what to expect and how to stay prepared.
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00:00Storm Iowan is set to bring significant disruption to Birmingham as it approaches with heavy
00:07rain and strong winds. A yellow weather warning is in place with gusts expected to be strong
00:12enough to cause damage to buildings and bring down trees.
00:16The storm is the result of a rapidly deepening area of low pressure crossing the Atlantic.
00:21This system is predicted to bring periods of heavy rainfall and wind gusts reaching
00:26up to 56mph during its peak. The Met Office warns of potential power cuts
00:32and disruptions to transport. Flying debris could pose a danger to life and drivers are
00:37advised to take extra care. The strongest winds are expected with clearer
00:42conditions anticipated later on. However, gusts may still cause challenges before easing
00:48off later. Residents are urged to prepare for possible
00:52damage to buildings, temporary power outages and delays to essential services.