Met Office forecasts significant weather shift in next 48 hours

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Skip to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWant to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today.Join todayAlready a member? Log inRich BoothWednesday 28 October 2026 08:33 GMTRelated: Man killed by falling tree in Storm BoeloThree people have died across the UK following severe weather caused by Storm Austen and Storm Boelo, which brought high winds and heavy rain.The Met Office forecasts a significant weather shift over the next 48 hours as a high-pressure system replaces the recent low pressure.Dense and stubborn fog patches present a new hazard for morning travel across southern and central areas as winds subside from Thursday.Drier and calmer conditions are expected across much of England and Wales into early November, though Scotland and Northern Ireland may still see rain.Scottish authorities have urged coastal residents to remain vigilant against flooding while wind warnings across the country are lifted.In fullMet Office says UK to see 'big flip in the weather' after deadly storms batter countryMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in