Disruption begins as Harrogate district braces for Storm Éowyn

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The Harrogate district is bracing itself for Storm Éowyn, which is expected to bring 60mph gusts tomorrow (January 24).

The Met Office has upgraded its yellow weather warning for wind to a more severe amber warning locally. It is in place from 6am until 9pm.

Rare red weather warnings are active in Ireland and parts of Scotland.

As the second bout of adverse weather this year approacges, local attractions have announced closures and people have been warned of travel disruption.

The National Trust has announced its sites at Brimham Rocks and Fountains Abbey will be closed all day. The deer park and Studley Tea Room will also be closed.

RHS Garden Harlow Carr issued a statement on social media, which said the garden will be closed all day. The inside part of the garden centre and Bettys will be open as usual, but visitors are advised to check social media and the website for updates.

Leeds Bradford Airport said in a statement:

Northern Rail warned train operator Northern's network, which includes the Harrogate line, could be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of tomorrow, it said.

LNER has advised people not to travel to and from stations north of York due to the weather. You can read more about that here. 

Northern Powergrid said it was ready to respond and encouraged people to report any problems or power cuts online.