Travel warning as Met Office issues yellow weather warning for strong winds

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6 Jun 2026 • 4:41 PM MYT
The Independent
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Travel warning as Met Office issues yellow weather warning for strong winds

  • Forecasters are warning of unseasonably strong winds across the south of England, potentially causing disruption.
  • Gusts of up to 55mph are expected to move eastwards from Cornwall through to Sussex on Saturday. The Royal Cornwall Show 2026 cancelled day three due to the weather.
  • The wet and windy conditions are forecast to last until Saturday evening.
  • The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind, covering the south west and parts of the south east.
  • The strong winds could lead to power outages and travel disruption in the affected regions.

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