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Storm Franklin: Roof blown off as weather disruption continues

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service Winds blow off roof of terraced house in Wilson Street, DerbyDerbyshire Fire and Rescue Service
Crews were called to Wilson Street in Derby on Sunday afternoon

Strong winds have blown a roof from a building as widespread weather disruption continues.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to a terraced house in Wilson Street, Derby, at 16:15 GMT on Sunday.

It said damage was also caused to five other properties in the area.

No-one was injured and emergency planning officers are supporting the occupants, a fire service spokeswoman added.

A cordon was put in place, with people advised to avoid the area.

It comes amid a yellow weather warning as Storm Franklin batters most of the UK.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service Winds blow off roof of terraced house in Wilson Street, DerbyDerbyshire Fire and Rescue Service
The fire service has advised people to avoid the area
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