Hundreds of homes across Herefordshire are without power this morning, after Storm Lilian brought 50mph gusts to the county overnight.

A number of routes are also closed this morning, due to fallen trees.

The A465 (Aylestone Hill) in Hereford is currently closed between the A4103 (Roman Road) junction, and the (Folly Lane) junction.

Waterfield Road in Hereford is also closed in both directions due to a fallen tree.

Almost 500 properties are without power in Herefrod, with the following postcodes affected:

HR1 1AG, HR1 1AQ, HR1 1BT, HR1 1DG, HR1 1DS, HR1 1DT, HR1 1HX, HR1 1JD, HR1 1JE, HR1 1JF, HR1 1JH, HR1 1JJ, HR1 1JL, HR1 1JT, HR1 1JU, HR1 1NF, HR1 1NH, HR1 1NJ, HR1 1NL, HR1 1NN, HR1 1NQ, HR1 1NU, HR1 1NZ, HR1 1PA, HR1 1PB, HR1 1PD, HR1 1PF, HR1 1PG, HR1 1PJ, HR1 1PL, HR1 1PN, HR1 1PW

Power cuts have also been reported in Dilwyn, Peterchurch and St Weonards.

For further information on power cuts in your area, please visit – https://powercuts.nationalgrid.co.uk

Winds should calm down as we go through the day, but there is still a risk of strong gusts of wind during this morning. 

Met Office forecast for Herefordshire:

Early rain quickly clearing to leave a day of sunny spells. Initial blustery winds easing, though still breezy in the afternoon. Rather cool overall, but more pleasant if sheltered from the breeze. Maximum temperature 20 °C.