The Met Office has issued a yellow ’be prepared’ warning for strong winds of up to 70mph in Cornwall tomorrow afternoon.

Forecasters warning of the effects of Storm Barbara said: ’ A short period of strong winds is expected to develop during Friday afternoon. Gusts of around 50-60mph are likely in places, perhaps up to 70mph in exposed locations. Some disruption to travel is possible

’The sudden onset of strong, gusty winds, along with a short period of heavy rainfall, has the potential to lead to difficult driving conditions during Friday afternoon. Exposed coastal routes are likely to be most prone to disruption.’

We’ll have more on tomorrow’s forecast later, plus a look at the Christmas weather to come.