A weather system will move eastwards across the UK on Friday bringing widespread gales

. Inland gusts of 60-70 mph are possible with gusts of 80 mph in exposed locations in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England. There remains some uncertainty in the track of this system and where the strongest winds will occur. Heavy rainfall may be an additional hazard across parts of northern and western Scotland.

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Local authorities affected in Wales

Conwy
Denbighshire
Flintshire
Gwynedd
Isle of Anglesey

What to expect

Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible
Some roads and bridges may close
There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs
There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from flying debris, as well as large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services