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The Met Office has issued two yellow weather warnings for wind associated with Storm Éowyn which impact the Scottish Borders later this week. Warning for Friday: Warning runs from midnight Thursday/Friday to 11.59pm on FridayWarning area covers the whole of the Scottish BordersInland peak gusts could reach 70mphAlong coasts and higher ground gusts could reach 90mphIn a few locations gusts of over 90mph could be experiencedRisk of power cuts, travel disruption and damage to buildingsBe prepared for high windsWarning for Saturday: Warning runs from midnight Friday/Saturday to 3pm on SaturdayWarning area covers the whole of the Scottish Borders50-60mph gusts expected inland, with up to 70mph gusts over exposed coasts and hillsContinued risk of disruption and damageBe prepared for high windsMore information: Whilst there is some uncertainty in the track of Storm Éowyn, a spell of very strong winds is likely, initially southeasterly before turning westerly. For full details see the Met Office website. Please be aware that the warnings may be amended and potentially escalated as we move through the week. | 
