The Met Office has announced a yellow wind warning for Thursday (December 21) which covers the North East.

Darlington, Teesside and County Durham as a whole will need to brace for extreme winds.

The forecaster has warned of 'potential damage to buildings' in the North East as a result of the gales.

A Met Office spokesperson listed likely impacts of the weather.

The Northern Echo: Yellow wind warning

What to Expect

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

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In Darlington, gusts of wind are expected to reach speeds of up to 49mph.

The forecaster believes that the extreme conditions will begin to ease during Friday (December 22).