Last week the UK faced severe winds as both Storm Dudley and Storm Eunice caused chaos up and down the country.
The aftermath of Storm Dudley left over 1,000 homes in the region without power on Thursday, Metro services suspended due to a wall that had collapsed over the line and sites and landmarks temporarily closed their doors.
The region didn't have much time to clean up as Storm Eunice arrived with parts of County Durham covered in a blanket of snow on Friday morning while on Saturday the roof of an apartment building in Sunderland collapsed due to the strong gusts.
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On Sunday, a heavy rain weather warning is still in place for parts of Northumberland and County Durham and will last until 6pm today.
Other parts of the UK were impacted by Storm Eunice as the roof of the O2 Arena in London was damaged – causing rapper Dave’s upcoming concerts to be postponed – and the spire of St Thomas Church in Wells, Somerset, crashed to the ground.
Looking at the weather for over the next few days, strong winds and wet weather are expected to stay for much of the next week however no weather warnings have been issued during the time of writing.
North East weather forecast for the week ahead
Sunday
Generally a dull and overcast day, although some brief sunny spells possible near the coasts at first. Rain across the west during the morning, spreading eastwards across the region during the afternoon then turning showery. Strong winds throughout the day. Maximum temperature 11 °C.
Sunday evening
Blustery showers continuing this evening, mostly wintery but only settling over higher ground. A more persistent period of rain and hill snow is likely in the early hours. Very windy. Minimum temperature -1 °C.
Monday
A brighter day although still very windy. Scattered cloud at times and the outside chance of a shower. Winds easing into the evening. Maximum temperature 7 °C.
Outlook for Tuesday to Thursday
Cloudy with squally, heavy rain Tuesday morning, showery later. Cloudy but mostly dry on Wednesday. Heavy rain overnight then cold with wintry showers Thursday. Prolonged periods of strong winds throughout.
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