The megastorm in Florida will become a weather bomb: another region in its sights

Historic storm

The historic storm that hit the southern United States left behind historic snow accumulations. In Florida, Pensacola received 8 to 10 inches, which is a state record. New Orleans recorded the biggest broadside since records began: 24 cm. This imposing system does not intend to die since it is moving into the Atlantic where it should intensify as it heads towards Europe.

The intensity of a hurricane

This powerful system is likely to attract attention by the weekend as it is expected to hit the UK with hurricane intensity. Ireland would be the region hardest hit by the storm named Éowyn. Heavy rain is anticipated, but it is mainly the winds that we fear. Gusts of more than 130 km/h would be possible from Thursday to Friday, locally reaching 150 km/h along the coasts of Ireland.

Weather bomb

Remember that the expression weather bomb is used when a system deepens rapidly. In the case of storm Éowyn, it is estimated that the pressure drop could reach 50 hPa in less than 24 hours, which represents double the criterion for an explosively developing depression which is 24 hPa in 24 hours.

Strong storm

Although the temperature is too mild for precipitation to fall in solid form except in Scotland where snow is likely to fall, this weather bomb could cause significant damage. The UK is likely to receive significant amounts of rain and strong gusts. In addition, waves could reach heights of 12 meters in places.

With the collaboration of Kevin Cloutier, meteorologist.

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