Storm Hector rolls over UK with 70mph winds

Gales and winds of up to 70mph are set to hit the UK as Storm Hector makes its way from the Atlantic.

Gales and winds of up to 70mph are set to hit the UK as Storm Hector makes its way from the Atlantic.

A yellow warning has been issued across Yorkshire.

The Met Office said:

"The strongest winds will reach the UK during the early hours of Thursday before spreading eastwards during the day.

"Westerly winds are likely to gust between 50 and 60mph in many areas and possibly around 70mph in some exposed locations. Winds should gradually ease from the west during Thursday afternoon.

"In addition, a spell of heavy rain will accompany the wind with the highest rainfall totals over parts of western Scotland."

The yellow warning means the risk of disruption to travel and damage to buildings is low.

The wind could impact the Queen and the Duchess of Sussex's first official engagement together, as they open Cheshire's Mersey Gateway Bridge.

Although gusts could be stronger than usual, the area does not have a weather warning in place.