Storm Darragh is set to bring extremely strong and damaging winds to much of the country this weekend, forecasters have said.

A red warning has been issued for the whole of Wales – the highest level, that warns of dangerous, potentially life-threatening weather.

Gusts of 90mph (144 km/h) or more are possible over the coasts and hills of west and south Wales and are expected to develop during the early hours of Saturday morning.

People are being warned to be on the alert for flying debris and falling trees, along with large waves hitting sea fronts, homes and roads.

Power cuts and travel disruption are also possible, the Met Office added.

The red warning will last from 03:00 GMT until 11:00 on Saturday, while an amber wind warning is in place from 01:00 until 21:00 on Saturday.