The Met Office has issued an Amber Weather Warning for Wind for Storm Eowyn, from 6am to 9pm on Friday 24 January 2025 across Sefton and many parts of the UK.
A Yellow Wind Warning is also in place for the whole of Friday.
You can find the Met Office Weather Warning information here.
Prepare for disruption and cancellations
Windy weather can cause delays and make travel conditions dangerous.
Northern has already announced a series of trail cancellations across the north of England today.
People are asked to check bus and train timetables, amending their travel plans if necessary. If driving, check road conditions and ensure you have essentials in your car (warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, an in-car phone charger).
No road closures are currently in place, but this could change at short notice if roads become blocked by fallen debris or trees.
People can help reduce the risk of disruption and damage by checking for loose items outside their homes, and planning how they could secure them. Items include bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
Avoid coastal, wooded, and unsheltered areas
With winds predicted to reach up to 70 mph or 80 mph in coastal areas, Sefton Council strongly advise people to avoid Sefton’s coastline, wooded areas, and open, unsheltered areas during Storm Eowyn.
Dog walkers are encouraged to avoid these areas and keep dogs on a lead.
In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Park closures
Parks across Sefton are closed on Friday as a precaution to keep visitors safe from falling trees or branches. Parks, particularly those with trees and wooded areas, pose a significant risk during high winds and we strongly advise people to avoid these spaces until the weather improves.
You can find more information from Sefton Council, including transport updates here
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