Light mistake could see drivers hit with £50 fine during Storm Amy

Motorists have been warned that a simple mistake could result in a £50 fine. As Storm Amy approaches this weekend, drivers are advised to only use their fog lights when absolutely necessary.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind, covering a large part of west and south west England and Wales as well as the entire southern coast of England from 8pm on Sunday to 6pm on Monday. The alert extends from southern England along the west coast of the UK and up to around Manchester with gusts of up to 60mph expected around coasts and hills, according to the weather service.

Winds of up to 80mph are also possible in the most exposed locations with the windiest conditions expected on Monday morning, the Met Office said. Delays to transport are also likely, along with a small