A WEATHER warning has been issued covering Bradford later this week as high winds are set to batter the district.

The yellow warning is in place from 6pm on Wednesday, February 16, until 6pm on Thursday, February 17, and warns of a “period of very strong winds” with disruption expected.

The warning covers the entire district, with “very strong westerly winds” expected, the Met Office has said.

The forecaster has implemented the warning, and said: “Winds are expected to develop across western Scotland and northern Northern Ireland later Wednesday and extend eastward to the most of Scotland and northern England overnight into Thursday.

“There is still some uncertainty in the timing and location of the strongest winds but there is the potential for inland wind gusts of 60 to 70 mph in places.

“Gusts of 80 to 90 mph are possible around exposed coasts and hills of Scotland. Winds are expected to ease, initially across western areas, through Thursday afternoon and evening.”

Currently in Bradford, winds with gusts of up to 50mph are being predicted, but may be more severe on higher and more exposed ground.

Severe disruption could be caused if the winds hit as predicted, with road, rail, air and ferry services affected.

Longer journey times and cancellations are possible, as well as the closure of some roads and bridges.

Fallen trees and some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, could happen, and power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage.

There is also a chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris, as well as large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties, the Met Office added.

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