A weather expert has warned that the UK could face severe 70mph winds from ‘Storm Bram,’ which is expected to bring heavy downpours and gales on Thursday. The British Weather Services’ senior meteorologist, Jim Dale, highlighted the risk of “structural wind damage” and flooding across the country.

Concerns have been raised about an approaching deep low-pressure system from the Atlantic, likely to cause extreme weather upon reaching northern Europe. While the storm might be named ‘Bram’ if it heads towards Britain following Storm Amy, the current projections suggest France, Belgium, or the Netherlands might bear the brunt.

Mr. Dale singled out central and eastern England as potential storm-affected areas, urging residents to stay indoors as gusts reaching 70mph are anticipated. He emphasized vigilance towards warnings, advising against venturing into wooded or coastal areas.

The Met Office also issued warnings for strong winds and rain moving northwards from Wednesday evening onwards. Deputy Chief Meteorologist, Dan Harris, explained that heavy rain and strong winds are expected to impact the UK, with potential flooding and challenging driving conditions.

Notably, the track and intensity of the low-pressure system remain uncertain, with a possibility of it moving towards the continent. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and exercise caution during Storm Bram’s passage.