Storm to cause 'dangerous waves' out at sea

Dangerous waves are expected in the Channel Islands on Friday

The Channel Islands are set to see some "dangerous waves" out at sea, a Jersey Met forecaster has said.

Storm Éowyn is expected to hit areas including the south-east of England over the coming days.

The Government of Jersey said it was expecting persistent rain, heavy at times, for Friday which could cause localised flooding.

Forecaster John Searson said the Channel Islands may not be as affected on land but there would be an impact out at sea.

Mr Searson said the strongest winds were expected early on Friday.

The weekend was expected to see "quieter weather" with lighter winds and "one or two showers", he added.

Workers in Jersey have been cleaning the drains in a bid to prevent flooding

Jersey's government said it had cleared the drains to prevent flooding.

A government spokesperson said: "While not unusual for this time of year, high winds reaching up to gale force 8 could mean trees and debris on the roads."

The government, Jersey Met, Jersey Water, Andium and the parishes would "monitor the situation and provide updates", the spokesperson added.

Correction Friday 24 January, 2025: The story has been updated to make it clear the dangerous weather for the Channel Islands will be out at sea.