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Gale-Force Winds Warning Issued for Easter Weekend

4/2/2026

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  • The Met Office issued a yellow warning for gale-force winds over the Easter weekend across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of northern England and Wales.
  • Winds will reach 50–60 mph, with up to 80–90 mph in western Scotland.
  • March was among England and Wales' warmest on record, with Wales' fourth warmest and England's sixth.
  • Southern England saw 37% less rain than average.