UK weather latest: Storm Dylan brings warnings of power cuts and damage to buildings

Suggestions there is a potential of 'injuries and danger to life from flying debris' due to adverse weather conditions

Storm Dylan is expected to bring a wet and windy end to the year with gusts of up to 80mph in some parts of the UK.

Disruption is expected across the country with forecasters warning of potential power cuts, issues with mobile phone coverage and a “small chance of damage to buildings”.

There is also the potential of “injuries and danger to life from flying debris” due to the adverse weather conditions.

Heavy snow, rain, thunderstorms and wind hit much of Britain on 29 December although a change in conditions will see milder weather move in from the south and west on 30 December.

Southern England and the Midlands could see temperatures rise to 15C as the day progresses, although Scotland may continue to see hill snow.

A yellow warning for wind has been issued for Northern Ireland and Scotland for 31 December, as Dylan begins to roll across the region in the early hours.

“Large waves and beach material being thrown on to coastal areas could also be a hazard,” the Met Office said.

“There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected, with the chance that some roads and bridges could close.”

Heavy downpours are also predicted in much of south-east Wales, plus south-western, central and southern parts of England across the weekend.

A yellow warning for heavy rain has been issued by the Met Office with up to 1.6in (40mm) of rainfall expected in some areas.

“With the ground very wet in these areas, this is likely to lead to rising water levels and some flooding in places,” the Met Office said.

Despite the adverse weather, conditions are expected to ease by the time people head out to see in the new year.

Meteorologist Alex Burkhill said: “The good news is the worst of the weather will clear by midnight for the New Year’s Eve celebrations.

“There will be some wind and rain in the South and West, and the North and East have a better chance of staying dry.

“It will be a chilly night, but not exceptionally cold and the breeze might blow a few fireworks in slightly different directions but it shouldn’t cause too many problems.”

Additional reporting by PA