Britain is bracing itself for a double battering as gale-force winds stirred up by a 250mph jet stream strike – followed by snow.
The very stormy weather has sparked fears that trees could be uprooted and travel and power lines damaged as forecasters warned of winds as strong as those which caused widespread damage in 2013.
The ferocious gales have been stirred up by an extra-powerful jet stream triggered by plunging temperatures in the US hitting warmer air in the south.
Forecasters said the 250mph jet stream will bring two “vigorous depressions” to the UK over the coming days.
It will hit Britain on Thursday night, lashing the north of Scotland with 100mph winds – strong enough to damage buildings. The Met Office has issued an amber warning, telling people to “be prepared”.
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