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Drivers should ‘consider whether their journey is necessary’ as Storm Eowyn hits – AA

The Met Office has issued weather warnings for much of the UK.

Vehicles drive on the A9 in Inverness, as snow, rain and wind warnings are in force and are expected to cause travel issues on New Year’s Eve. Picture date: Tuesday December 31, 2024.
Winter weather Dec 31st 2024 Vehicles drive on the A9 in Inverness, as snow, rain and wind warnings are in force and are expected to cause travel issues on New Year’s Eve. Picture date: Tuesday December 31, 2024. (Paul Campbell/PA)
By Jack Evans, PA Motoring Reporter

Drivers are being urged to consider whether or not their journeys are necessary as Storm Eowyn strikes parts of the UK.

The Met Office has issued weather alerts for much of the UK, with a top-level red warning for wind in place for Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland across Friday Morning.

The weather warning is in place across Ireland from 7am to 2pm, while parts of southern Scotland are also under alert between 10am and 5pm with widespread disruption expected during that period.

Chris Wood, AA Patrol of the Year, said: “As the warning has risen from Amber to Red in the most northern and western areas of the UK, we urge drivers to consider whether their journey is necessary and if not postpone it.

“If you do need to travel, make sure you’re prepared for what you may encounter. Expect to come across fallen branches and other debris on the roads, especially in rural areas.

“Allow extra time for your journey, as it’s likely to take longer than usual. Pack the essentials for emergencies in case you do breakdown – warm waterproof clothing, a torch, and a flask of hot drink. Ensure your mobile phone is fully charged and download the AA app and what3words to help us get to you faster if the worst should happen.”

Yellow warnings for wind cover much of the rest of the UK, with much of the bad weather spanning the entirety of Friday before easing on Saturday.