Storm Dave: Met Office issues warning for high winds in Halifax, Brighouse, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge
High winds are set to arrive in Calderdale today (Thursday).
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind covering south Scotland and northern England and Wales.
The warning for strong winds is set to be in place from 5pm today until 7am tomorrow (Sunday).
The Met Office says: “Storm Dave brings a spell of very strong winds later Saturday into Easter Sunday morning which may cause some damage and travel disruption.”
Calderdale weather forecast
In Calderdale the forecast is overcast, moving to sunny intervals tomorrow.
There will be highs of 15C and lows of 4C.
Wind speeds are expected to reach 20mph.
What to expect from the weather warning
Road, rail, air and ferry services are likely to be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible
Some roads and bridges may close
Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
Some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, could happen
Injuries and danger to life from flying debris are possible
Injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties