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Storm Dave expected to cause travel disruption over Easter weekend

The Guardian - World News Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Sammy GecsoylerApril 4, 2026 at 03:52 PM
Storm Dave expected to cause travel disruption over Easter weekend
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Storm Dave is expected to cause significant travel disruptions across the UK over the Easter weekend. The Met Office has issued amber and yellow weather warnings for strong winds and heavy snow, particularly affecting northern England, Scotland, and Wales. The amber warning, in effect Saturday evening into Sunday, indicates potential danger to life from flying debris and possible damage to infrastructure. Travelers should anticipate disruptions to road, rail, air, and ferry services. While the storm will weaken by Sunday, a warming trend is expected to follow, with temperatures potentially reaching the mid-20s Celsius by the middle of next week. Authorities are urging people to follow safety advice due to the challenging weather conditions.

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An amber weather warning for wind has been issued for parts of northern England, Scotland and Wales on Saturday evening.

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The Met Office has issued a yellow severe weather warning in Scotland for heavy snow and blizzards.

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Storm Dave is expected to cause travel disruption this Easter weekend.

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Up to 30 centimetres of snow could fall.

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Temperatures forecast to reach the mid-20s next week.

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North Sea 30% Northern Ireland 40% Europe 40% John Swinney 50% Wales ×250% Greg Dewhurst ×260% Scotland ×670% United Kingdom ×370% Met Office ×480% Storm Dave ×390%

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storm dave 90% weather warning 80% travel disruption 80% heavy snow 70% easter weekend 70% met office 60% gale-force winds 60% severe weather 50% amber warning 50% temperature forecast 40%

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