Amber weather warning issued across northern UK

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The warning says that Storm Ali is expected to bring a very windy spell of weather with gusts of 65-75 mph inland and tells the public to expect:

  • Flying debris is likely and could lead to Injuries or danger to life
  • Probably some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs or damage through falling trees and branches breaking
  • Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected
  • Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
  • Some roads and bridges likely to close
  • Large waves could affect coastal roads, sea fronts and properties

Click here for more advice from the Met Office on what to do in the event of adverse weather conditions.