Severe Weather hits North East and North Yorkshire
Flood warnings stay in place as more wet weather hits the region.
Watch: full report on Storm Gertrude
The region has been battered by strong winds today as Storm Gertrude made its way across the UK.
A mother and daughter had a lucky escape after their car was hit by a falling tree, there were also overturned lorries and suspensions to the Shields ferry service and Middlesbrough's transporter bridge.
Drivers across the region are being urged to check the weather before setting out on journeys.
Watch Kris Jepson's full report:
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Bystanders 'took photos' rather than help storm victims
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Cameron questioned about York flood defence failures
The Prime Minister has been questioned about York's Foss Barrier, amid accusations that authorities were warned it was not fit for purpose.
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Twelve flood warnings in place for the North East
River levels drop in Morpeth but warnings stay in place for other areas, with commuters contending with road closures due to flooding.