The RAC has said on Friday there will be around 3.2 million leisure trips by motorists and an estimated total of 19.2 million.
In northern parts of Wals and England there will be wind speeds of up to 80mph with flooding, power cuts and on coastal areas they will remain dangerous with large swells.
There is an expected 20-30mm of rainfall and possibility power cuts with thunder and lightening.
the Met Office posted at 5am this morning, “Winds are now strengthening in many areas with the strongest winds occurring during the next few hours across northern England and north Wales.”
RAC Breakdown spokeswoman Alice Simpson said the large amount of trips with adverse weather which is “a perfect storm” for drivers.
She added, “Anyone driving in areas impacted by Storm Lilian should try to avoid exposed coasts and higher routes where there’s a greater chance of fallen branches and trees. It’s vital to lower your speeds and leave plenty of extra stopping distance to allow yourself time to react quickly.
“Drivers should keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and take extra care when passing high-sided vehicles which can cause an unnerving buffeting effect when you’re suddenly hit by the wind on the other side.”
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