Storm Lilian has hit Wales with 80mph winds, prompting the Met Office to issue a warning. A tree has fallen on a railway line, causing delays in Ceredigion. Natural Resources Wales has issued 14 flood alerts, mainly in coastal areas in the west and southwest of Wales. The storm is expected to move northeast, bringing strong winds to northern England, Wales, and parts of southern Scotland.
Met Office chief meteorologist Jason Kelly stated that Storm Lilian could bring potentially damaging gusts, with speeds reaching 50-60mph and possibly exceeding 75mph in some areas. Rainfall associated with the storm has led to a warning for parts of Scotland, with the possibility of 50mm of rain over high ground. The warning also mentions the risk of surface water flooding due to saturated ground.
The M48 Severn Bridge has been closed in both directions due to the high winds. A Met Office yellow warning for wind is in place for parts of Wales from 5am to 11am. The warning highlights the potential for travel disruption, power cuts, and dangerous coastal conditions. Train services have also been affected, with delays reported between Aberystwyth and Machynlleth. Stay updated with live updates on the situation.