Millions of people in parts of Wales and south-west England have been told to stay at home as forecasters warn of a danger Storm Darragh brings winds of up to 90 mph. The Met Office has issued its highest-level red weather warning as potentially life-threatening weather is expected.

Storm Darragh has hit the island of Ireland, with seven counties subject to red wind warnings overnight. Airports have warned of potential disruption and some ferries have been cancelled. A series of festive events have also been called off across the weekend.

An amber warning for wind has been issued for parts of the UK ahead of Storm Darragh's expected arrival later today. Forecasters said it was likely to bring "very strong winds and heavy rain" through the weekend,

The Met Office says the approaching storm poses a danger to life in coastal parts of Wales and south-west England.