Storm Dudley latest: Live updates from around Yorkshire as region expected to be battered by winds of up to 90mph
Strong winds of up to 90mph brought by Storm Dudley could pose a danger to life on Wednesday (February 16), forecasters have warned.
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for “very strong and disruptive” winds which could cause widespread chaos, including a “good chance” of power cuts and disruption to transport services.
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Hide AdThe warning says: “Injuries and danger to life is likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties.”
The warning is in place from 4pm until midnight and covers a large belt across the middle of the UK, including regions North Yorkshire, the East Riding, and York.
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Storm Eunice latest: Live updates from around Yorkshire as region battered by winds of up to 90mph
Key Events
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- All lanes reopened on A64 following multi-vehicle crash - but congestion remains
- Multi-vehicle collision on A64 eastbound stops traffic with delays of 40 minutes
- Countless rail services in and out of Leeds cancelled
- Storm Dudley: All the driving routes ‘of particular concern'
- A15 Humber Bridge closed in both directions to high sided vehicles due to strong winds
- RHS Garden Harlow Carr closed today due to strong winds
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Train delay
Not in Yorkshire this one, but an amusing one nonetheless.
Not amusing for the people affected by the delays, however.
Storm Dudley hits Yorkshire
You can take a look at our gallery of pictures as Storm Dudley battered the Yorkshire coast yesterday.
Social media
You can send us your pictures and video of Storm Dudley by tweeting us at @theyorkshirepost or emailing [email protected]
The damage done so far
Here’s a quick look at the damage done so far across the country as Storm Dudley hit the UK.
Train journeys
If you’re travelling anywhere over the next few days, be aware of disruptions.
London North East Railway (LNER) has warned customers with tickets for journeys between York and Leeds and London King’s Cross on Friday to move them to today instead due to expected disruption and damage when Storm Eunice hits tomorrow.
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