Met Office issues yellow alert warning with strong winds and heavy rain set to hit Hitchin and north Herts
Strong winds are expected to hit Hitchin and north Herts from Wednesday onwards.
The Met Office has issued a yellow alert for high winds accompanied by heavy and blustery showers starting from 9pm on Wednesday until 3pm on Thursday.
Drivers are warned of possible delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges.
And home owners have been made aware of possible short term loss of power and other services.
A Met Office spokesperson said: "Strong and gusty winds are likely to develop on Wednesday evening and continue into Thursday across England and Wales. Gusts of 50-55 mph are possible inland, especially close to showers.
"Gusts may reach 60-70 mph on coasts and hills, especially in the west, before gradually easing on Thursday afternoon."
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