70mph storm to batter UK

STORM Callum is set to bring torrential rain and winds of up to 70mph to parts of the UK today.

Heavy rain could present a risk to life, the Met Office said, as it issued a 36-hour amber warning for Wales.

Power cuts, difficult driving conditions and transport disruption are predicted across the UK.

Yellow weather warnings for wind have been issued for Northern Ireland and western parts of England, Wales and Scotland throughout today.