Households urged not to use landline phones on Wednesday | Weather | News
Households in the major parts of England and Wales are asked not to use a fixed phone on Wednesday, because the Met Office warns a nine -hour storm with power segments and lightning strikes, which are accepted as “possible”. The advice that may surprise many of them is based on security.
Telephone cables can move directly as a conductor with a charge of a charge to the houses during lightning strikes. Although the use of mobile phones is safe, the authorities emphasize that traditional fixed lines should be avoided except for emergencies until the storms pass.
The warning, which is in force between 11:00 and 20:00, is under the warning of Midlands and South Wales from Yorkshire and Humber to London and the South West.
Met Office said that the scattered heavy shower and storms will be built throughout the day before alleviated later in the evening. The most active storms are full of strong winds and intensive lightning.
While electrical networks are at risk, there is a high probability of short -term power cuts.
Residents are asked to remove non -compulsory devices to protect against power fluctuations and to prepare for sudden lighting and heating losses.
In addition, the heaviest rain explosions have the chance to be potentially overwhelming drains and a localized flood that causes the surface water to accumulate on the roads.
Another important concern is the travel deduction. Roads are expected to be affected by spray, standing water and full, and it is recommended that drivers spare extra time for their journey.
Train services may also face delays and cancellations due to the effect of heavy rain and lightning on signal equipment.
The warning extends to 51 local authority areas, such as London, Greater Manchester, Leicester, Nottingham, Southend, Swansea and Gloucestershire and Hertfordshire.
Met Office said that as many storms quickly passes, lightning, strong winds and heavy rain, which means that even short -lived storms may be dangerous.
“They may occur at any time of the year,” a spokesman said, “In the summer, they will produce large, strong winds and heavy torrentials that can damage properties and cause deterioration for transporting networks.”
Until Wednesday evening, the storms are expected to move away, but the lightning may be unpredictable and households should take every precaution.
