Geordies brace for major snowstorm, gale-force winds THIS New Year's eve

Geordies brace for major snowstorm, gale-force winds THIS New Years eve
Geordies brace for major snowstorm, gale-force winds THIS New Year's eve

Weather experts have issued a warning about a major snowstorm on New Year’s Eve for the people of the Geordie region.

As per Daily Star, the major storm is expected to hit cities like Manchester, Leeds, York, Carlisle and Newcastle.

The weather maps from WXCharts show a large area, represented by a purple colour, indicating that heavy rainfall will fall over the north on December 31.

This news comes as the Met Office has issued a yellow warning about strong winds, with gusts potentially reaching 80mph, ahead of the Christmas holidays.

In response to this yellow warning, the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) is advising drivers to avoid making unnecessary trips during this time.

Jim Dale, the weather expert from British Weather Services, said in a statement, “New Year's Eve and New Year's Day could not just be wind, but also snow... into Scotland and the north of England, and maybe even a bit further south."

He added, “It's an early warning that we could well be in for some hazardous weather to bring in 2025."

Jim further added, “I maintain the caveat, this is a maybe not a definite, but nonetheless with people travelling around over New Year it is worth keeping your fingers on the pulse, because it could well be quite severe in terms of the wind and snow side of things."

In addition to the cold weather, strong winds are expected to cause disruptions during New Year’s Eve.

These winds could create snowdrifts, especially in higher ground.

Related
Read more : World

Chicago flash flood 2025: 5+ inches of rain prompts emergency alerts

Chicago flash flood 2025: 5+ inches of rain prompts emergency alerts
Garfield Park area recorded a surprising 4.63 inches of rain in just 90 minutes, with a storm total of 5.45 inches

Russia launches largest-ever drone attack on Ukraine amid escalating tensions

Russia launches largest-ever drone attack on Ukraine amid escalating tensions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemns Russia’s biggest aerial attack during ‘peace’ efforts

Philadelphia union workers strike ends after deal with city council

Philadelphia union workers strike ends after deal with city council
Nearly 10,000 Philadelphia blue-collar employees went on strike over a pay and benefits dispute

New Mexico ‘dangerous’ flash flooding kills 2, sweeps away house

New Mexico ‘dangerous’ flash flooding kills 2, sweeps away house
New Mexico hit with record-breaking rainfall, flash flooding traps dozens in homes, vehicles

South Korea returns 6 North Koreans rescued at sea in ‘humanitarian stance’

South Korea returns 6 North Koreans rescued at sea in ‘humanitarian stance’
Seoul sends six non-defectors to North Korea after their ‘strong desire’ to return home

Guatemala shaken by series of earthquakes, authorities urge evacuations

Guatemala shaken by series of earthquakes, authorities urge evacuations
Guatemala earthquakes trigger landslides, causing injuries and widespread damage

New Mexico hit with flash flood warning as water sweeps away three people

New Mexico hit with flash flood warning as water sweeps away three people
A search operation for a father and two children is underway in Ruidoso after they were swept away in floodwater

AI impersonator uses Marco Rubio Deepfake to target senior officials

AI impersonator uses Marco Rubio Deepfake to target senior officials
Senior officials were tricked by fake voice and text messages on Signal, raising concern for AI in politics