During the latest episode of his popular Saturday Morning show, chef James Martin faced unexpected weather interruptions. A sudden heavy downpour disrupted filming in his outdoor kitchen, leaving the host visibly taken aback.
Severe Weather Disrupts Saturday Morning Show
As filming progressed, the sound of torrential rain could be heard, prompting Martin to comment, “Just like that the heavens open…” The cameras captured the downpour, showcasing the drastic change in conditions. Following the interruption, segments were filmed indoors, with guests joining Martin, including singer James Morrison and chefs Aktar Islam, Shivi Ramoutar, and Daniel Clifford.
Impact of Storm Amy
Although the chaos coincided with Storm Amy affecting the UK, it is essential to note that the show is pre-recorded at Martin’s Hampshire kitchen. Storm Amy has been a significant weather event, bringing strong winds and heavy rain across the UK on the same day. Weather alerts were prevalent throughout the country, with wind gusts reaching almost 100 mph on Friday evening.
- Highest recorded wind gust: 96 mph at Tiree in the Hebrides.
- Provisional record for Northern Ireland: 92 mph at Magilligan, Co Londonderry.
- Amber wind warning issued for northern Scotland until 9 PM on Saturday.
- Yellow warnings affecting Scotland, northern England, and north Wales.
The severe weather led to predicted transport disruptions. ScotRail indicated that interruptions might persist into Saturday and Sunday due to safety checks on railway lines. Additionally, National Rail warned of possible disruptions throughout the UK.
Despite the weather challenges, Sunday is expected to bring drier and less windy conditions, with some areas possibly enjoying sunny spells. James Martin’s Saturday Morning show continues to air at 9:30 AM on ITV and ITV X.
