Severe weather warning: Met Office warns gusts of up to 70mph could hit coastal areas

Gales of up to 70mph are predicted to hit Teesside tomorrow.

The Met Office has a severe weather warning in place for Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland, Stockton and the rest of the North-east - for wind and gales.

A severe weather warning is given when the Met Office predicts severe or hazardous weather which has the potential to cause danger to life or widespread disruption.

The Met Office states: “Gales are expected to affect much of the country on Tuesday.

“Whilst Monday night will see wet and windy conditions sweeping eastwards, the strongest winds are expected as the rain clears eastwards and winds veer northwesterly through Tuesday morning.

“Gusts exceeding 50mph are likely inland, with 60mph to 70mph gusts in exposed coastal areas in the west and north.”

The Met Office goes on to warn of travel dangers.

“The public should be aware of the potential for disruption to travel and perhaps some damage to trees," the statement adds.

“Difficult driving conditions will result, exacerbated by surface water and spray.

“The remains of Hurricane Gonzalo will run eastwards across the Atlantic, reaching the UK on Monday night, bringing a period of strong winds and heavy rain to the UK.

“The strongest winds are expected on Tuesday as the low pressure clears eastwards.

“Some uncertainty remains in the track and intensity, but there remains the potential for localised disruption to travel, especially as the strongest winds will coincide with rush hour in places.

“Fallen leaves impeding drainage increases the risk of surface water affecting roads, while some damage to trees is possible, given that many are still in full leaf.”

A temperature of 12C is predicted for Teesside tomorrow, with a low of 7C suggested.