{"id":117006,"date":"2026-01-26T11:40:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T11:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/?p=117006"},"modified":"2026-01-26T11:17:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T11:17:02","slug":"storm-chandra-unleashed-dangerous-gusts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/uk\/storm-chandra-unleashed-dangerous-gusts\/","title":{"rendered":"Storm Chandra Unleashed: UK Braces for Most Dangerous Gusts of the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With the arrival of Storm Chandra forecast for Tuesday, the UK Met Office<\/strong> has named it the third major storm to hit the country in January, following Storms Goretti<\/strong> and Ingrid<\/strong>. The latest weather system is expected to deliver persistent heavy rain, coastal gales, and high-impact gusts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Met Office<\/strong>, an amber wind warning has been issued for eastern Northern Ireland, in force from 05:00 until 21:00 on Tuesday. Wind speeds are expected to reach up to 75mph (120km\/h) in exposed areas, raising the risk of power outages and transport delays. The same day, an amber rain warning covering south-west England begins Monday at 17:00 and ends Tuesday morning at 09:00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regions under Warning amid Saturated Ground and Storm Risk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Met Office<\/strong><\/a> has issued multiple alerts, indicating the widespread and varied impact expected from Storm Chandra. Amber warnings, signifying an increased likelihood of disruption, apply to both wind and rain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Northern Ireland<\/strong>, wind gusts of up to 75mph are anticipated, especially along coastal areas. According to the forecast, these winds are likely to produce large waves capable of overtopping sea defences, potentially impacting promenades and coastal roads. The area also faces secondary yellow warnings for rain, valid from midday Monday until 18:00, with totals reaching up to 40mm over higher ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In south-west England<\/strong>, rainfall amounts between 60mm and 80mm are expected, particularly across south Dartmoor. According to the Met Office<\/strong>, this region has already seen high levels of rainfall this month, leaving the ground saturated and increasing the likelihood of surface flooding. A separate yellow warning covers neighbouring Wales<\/strong> and extends into Exmoor<\/strong> and Bannau Brycheiniog<\/strong>, where rainfall could also approach 80mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional yellow warnings apply to south-east England<\/strong>, beginning at midnight on Tuesday. Rainfall is forecast at 15mm to 25mm widely, with double that amount over elevated areas like the Chilterns<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wind across the eastern half of Northern Irlenad

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Stay #WeatherAware<\/a> \u26a0\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/c1MPyUIMMY<\/a><\/p>— Met Office (@metoffice) January 26, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote>