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Warning of strong winds as Storm Henry hits the region

A Yellow wind warning is in place for Cumbria, and an Amber warning for the south of Scotland.

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Amber wind warning for south of Scotland

An Amber Warning is in place. Credit: Met Office

An Amber wind warning is in force for Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders, as Storm Henry sweeps through the region.

The Met Office says gusts of 70-80mph are expected, and there could be localised flooding:

Some very strong west to southwesterly winds are expected to develop on the southern and western flanks of this system, affecting much of Scotland.

Gusts of 70-80 mph are expected widely, whilst gusts of 90 mph are possible in the most exposed areas, especially across the Western Isles and along the west coast.

Added to this, some very large waves are expected, which may lead to localised flooding of coastal roads and causeways. Winds will ease during Tuesday morning, but will still be very strong in places for the morning rush hour."

– Met Office

The Met Office is advising people to be prepared for some potentially severe weather, causing transport disruption and difficult driving, some structural damage, dangerous coastal conditions and disruption to power supplies.

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Warning of strong winds as Storm Henry hits the region

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