ADDITIONAL Worcestershire Highways teams will be on standby following a MET Office weather warning for strong winds through the night and into the morning.

Gusts of between 50 and 60mph are expected in the county. Heavy rain could also pose problems with surface water in some parts.

In anticipation, Worcestershire Highways have put extra gangs and all of their tree removal contractors on standby.

Councillor John Smith OBE, Worcestershire County Council Cabinet Member for Highways, said: "The strong winds and rain forecast will make conditions difficult overnight and through to tomorrow morning.

"The message to anyone making journeys is to take care and temper their driving according to the elements.

"We've got additional gulley emptying gangs on standby and the same goes for all of our tree removal contractors. They'll be doing all they can to help if they are required."

For the latest weather forecast and details on warnings, visit metoffice.gov.uk