Downpours and 80mph wind on way

HEAVY rain and 80mph winds are set to batter the country in the days ahead, with stormy weather warnings issued by the Met Office.

- Frances Millar

A yellow wind warning is in place today across northern England and into tomorrow morning.

The Met Office has also put in place a warning for all of England, Wales and Northern Ireland for heavy rain and wind from 3pm tomorrow until 6am on Sunday.

People are being advised of a "danger to life" from flying debris as well as from large waves at the coast.

There is also the possibility of delays to road, rail and ferry travel during the poor weather.

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