Watch Hurricane Ophelia: Thousands Lose Power as Storm Hits Ireland BBC News Video

“Roads and railway lines were closed and thousands of homes lost power as the remains of Hurricane Ophelia brought strong gusts of wind to Wales.

“It made its way from the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean, but its strength weakened to a storm.

“BBC Weather said it recorded a gust of 90mph (145km/h) in Aberdaron, Gwynedd.

“The Welsh Ambulance service said a woman was injured after being hit by a falling branch in Wrexham.

“A Met Office amber “be prepared” warning was issued in Anglesey, Gwynedd, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy and Denbighshire until 23:00 BST.”

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