Storm Ciara has brought winds of 97mph, cancelling flights, rail services and sporting events including a Premier League game.
Motorists have been warned to take extra care on the roads due to the potential of difficult conditions caused by strong winds and heavy rain, as emergency services reported lucky escapes from flooding and fallen trees in regions.
A man was trapped for more than an hour before he was freed by firefighters after his car was crushed by a fallen tree in Flitwick, Bedfordshire.
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