The Met Office said: "Winds will increase in the west during Saturday morning then across other areas through the afternoon. "Gusts of 45 to 55mph are likely quite widely, with 60 to 70mph possible along Irish Sea coasts. Winds then easing slowly from the west through the evening.
What to expect as yellow wind warning is put in place
Oldham residents can expect a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris and there is a small chance of some damage to buildings such as tiles blowing off roofs.
There’s also a small chance that power cuts might occur with other services potentially being affected including mobile phone coverage.
People who are travelling should know that longer journey times or cancellations on road, rail, air and ferry services are likely while some roads and bridges are likely to close.
The Met Office also says that there is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties; with a chance of some minor flooding of coastal roads.
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