They’re not joking when they mention travel disruption. If you’re planning to drive to Auntie Brenda’s, slow down. Gusts across exposed roads (think bridges and motorways) could make your car feel like a feather on a hairdryer. High-sided vehicles? They should probably just stay home and watch Die Hard instead.
Oh, and those trains? They might be delayed or cancelled if a tree decides to take a nap on the tracks. So pack extra patience—and maybe a thermos of mulled wine—for the journey. You’re welcome.
What does this mean for your Christmas traditions?
Look, I’m not saying your Christmas lunch will be ruined. But you might want to keep the Christmas crackers indoors—no one wants to chase a plastic crown down the street. Also, park the car away from any old oak trees. You don’t want a “branch vs. roof” situation on Boxing Day.
On the bright side, if you’ve got kids hyped up on sugar, the wind is the perfect excuse to fly that new kite they unwrapped. Just avoid using your neighbour’s chimney as a landing pad.
Met Office issues Christmas Eve yellow weather warning across large
