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Storm sees traffic disruption and damage across city

Reuters A worker begins to remove fallen tree branches after strong winds brought by Storm Lilian brought down trees blocking roads and tram routes in Manchester, BritainReuters
Workers have been clearing fallen trees from tramlines across Greater Manchester

A city's tram services have restarted after a clean-up operation following overnight storm damage.

Trees were brought down and debris crashed into overhead tram lines as Storm Lillian battered parts of Manchester.

Most of the Metrolink network was put out of action by the damage, but the majority of services have since resumed.

A Transport for Greater Manchester spokesman said passengers should still leave "extra time" for their journeys and check for updates before travelling.

A large tree uprooted and fallen on to a property on Ribble Drive in Bury
Many large trees have been uprooted in the high winds caused by Storm Lillian

Morning commuters were faced with delays after workers were sent out to clear debris.

Some roads were temporarily shut while fallen trees and branches were removed across the city.

The high winds have also caused the first day of the Bolton Food and Drink Festival to be cancelled, after several stands were upended and scattered across the street.

Reuters A police officer looks on as workers begin to remove fallen tree branches after strong winds brought by Storm Lilian brought down trees blocking roads and tram routes in Manchester.Reuters
Bus routes as well as tram lines have been disrupted by the high winds

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