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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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Yellow warning of wind for Cumbria

A Yellow warning is in force. Credit: Met Office

A Yellow warning for wind is in force for Cumbria, as Storm Henry sweeps through the region.

The Met Office says gusts of up to 70mph are possible:

Southwesterly gales will continue to affect northern parts of the UK during Monday, strengthening further to bring locally severe gales by Monday night before easing on Tuesday morning. Gusts of 60 mph are likely quite widely, with up to 70 mph in more exposed spots."

– Met Office

The Met Office is advising people to be aware of the risk of disruption to transport and power supplies, with some structural damage also possible.

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Warning of strong winds as Storm Henry hits the region

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