WEATHER experts are warning of possible disruption as a result of "strong and gusty" winds.

The Met Office has issued a yellow alert for wind, covering Bradford and the rest of West Yorkshire.

The warning starts at 3pm tomorrow and ends at 6am on Friday.

According to the latest Met Office forecast, heavy rain is also expected in Bradford tomorrow afternoon - but it will be mild, with temperatures reaching 13C.

A Met Office spokesperson said: "Westerly or northwesterly winds will increase across Northern Ireland, parts of Scotland, north Wales, northern England, the north Midlands and East Anglia during Thursday afternoon and evening.

"Some disruption is possible from strong and gusty winds.

"Inland gusts of 40 to 50mph are possible, with perhaps 60 to 70mph along exposed coasts, especially through the North Channel and Irish Sea, causing some travel disruption.

"Strong gusts will also be associated with heavy showers which move through at times."

What to expect, according to the Met Office

  • It's likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves

  • Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely

  • Some bus and train services will probably be affected, with some journeys taking longer

  • Some short-term loss of power and other services is possible

  • Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges are likely