The terrible storm Darragh that hit Ireland and the United Kingdom has now become quite deadly. The wind speed has reached 80-90 miles per hour. A red alert has been issued for parts of Wales and south-west England due to Storm Darragh. Millions of people in the affected areas have been advised to stay indoors. There is also a danger of trees falling and debris falling from buildings due to the storm.
Red alert regarding storm Darragh
The Meteorological Department has issued a storm warning on Saturday. The warning has been issued covering western and southern Wales and the Bristol Channel coast. According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of wind speed of 90 miles per hour.
Alert sent to people's mobiles
Thousands of homes in south Wales and western England are without power due to the storm. People have been advised to keep essential items like torch, batteries and power pack with them in case of power cut. Emergency alert has been sent to 30 lakh people on their mobiles. In this they have been advised to stay indoors and avoid driving.
Buildings and trees may fall
An amber weather warning has been issued for Northern Ireland, Wales and western England until Saturday morning. The Meteorological Department said that buildings may be damaged. Tiles may fly off roofs. There is a possibility of power cut. Roads and bridges may be closed due to falling trees.
Instructions to follow government guidelines
Image Credit: IndiaTv