Met Office 12-hour 'risk to life' weather warning from 70mph winds on Monday and Tuesday

The Met Office has issued a new 12-hour weather warning in the wake of Storm Kathleen as high winds are set to return to batter the West Country from Monday evening until Tuesday morning. Gusts will reach 40-50 mph widely and as much as 60 or 70 mph along exposed coasts, especially across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Parts of South, West and North Devon will be affected as well as Plymouth. A yellow weather warning has been issued due to the risk of injuries or danger to life. Large waves in combination with high tides may cause some impacts along coasts and make driving conditions hazardous across the region.

Beach material could be thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties or damage could be caused from flying debris elsewhere. There is a chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services such as mobile phone signals.

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The Met Office advises that, if you are on the coast, stay safe by being aware of large waves, and protect your property and people from injury by securing loose outdoor items such as bins and garden furniture. Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays when travelling, there may be some disturbance to road, rail, air and ferry transport.

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