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Warning as strong winds could disrupt travel in Wales

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High winds blew this giant trampoline into the road in Aberaman, Rhondda Cynon Taf

Strong winds could disrupt travel across Wales this weekend, according to forecasters.

A Met Office weather warning is in place until shortly before midnight on Saturday. Natural Resources Wales has issued a flood warning and 14 flood alerts.

Gusts of 45 to 55mph (72 to 88km/h) are predicted quite widely, with 60-70 mph (96-112km/h) along the coast.

A giant trampoline was blown into the road in Aberaman, Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Believed to have been lifted from a neighbouring garden by strong gusts, it ended up blocking traffic on the B4275 on Saturday morning before coming to rest between two parked cars.

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The trampoline caused tailbacks after ending up on the B4275

Wrexham's away game with Forest Green Rovers has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.

The Met Office said "some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely", as well as some short term loss of power.

"If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea."

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The wind warning covers all of Wales' 22 local authority areas from 09:00 GMT on Saturday