
Storm Benjamin has hit York and North Yorkshire. The Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning until 6pm this evening.
Storm Benjamin has hit York and The Met Office have issued a yellow rain warning until 6pm this evening.
The Met Office said Storm Benjamin is expected to move from the English Channel to the North Sea during the day.
The weather service said if it reaches the stronger end of forecaster's expectations, that winds in excess of 70mph could be expected locally, most likely late morning and into the afternoon.
The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for the North Sea coast at Hornsea, in East Yorkshire.
High tides were predicted to cause flooding in Marine Drive, along South Promenade, Hornsea Burton Road and along stream Dike and Foss Beck.
The agency warned against using coastal roads, as they may be flooded and to avoid local beaches.
However, in North Yorkshire, planned market days look set to be going ahead as normal and LNER train services are expected to operate as normal.
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