Weather warnings are in place in North Wales from this morning as Storm Barra approaches.

The Met Office are warning that Storm Barra will bring windy conditions to the UK.

Storm Barra is expected to hit the UK at 9am on Tuesday, and the related weather warnings will remain in place until 6pm on Wednesday.

Storm Barra in North Wales

The yellow weather warning for wind says disruption to travel is possible throughout the day.

This is what the Met Office warns to expect:

  • Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely
  • Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer
  • Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely and some damage to trees possible
  • Some short term loss of power and other services is possible
  • It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves

Weather warning for ice in North Wales

A weather warning is also in place for ice this morning across Wrexham, Denbighshire and Flintshire.

A Met Office spokesman said: “Ice is likely to develop in places, leading to potentially hazardous conditions.

“There will probably be some icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths making accidents and injuries more likely.”

Flood alerts for North Wales

Flood alerts are also in place across the North Wales coast.

A Natural Resources Wales spokesman said: “Areas along the North Wales coast from the Dee estuary to the east coast of Anglesey

“At Liverpool, a Flood Alert is now in force for the high tide at 1pm on Tuesday. The times of forecast high waters are available on the Admiralty Easy Tide website. We will continue to monitor the situation.”