Motorists and train passengers face disruption today as North Staffordshire is set to be hit by hours of heavy rain and strong winds. Meteorologists have already warned that Storm Claudia could bring 'flooding and disruption' as it sweeps across the UK.

Motorists face 'difficult driving conditions' while train passengers have already seen services from Stoke-on-Trent affected by the weather. Meanwhile the AA is urging motorists to take 'extreme care' while out on the roads today.

In North Staffordshire and this morning rail passengers heading to Stoke Station are being urged to check the status of their planned journeys with National Rail warning services will be 'severely disrupted' today.

On the roads and there are temporary lights and restrictions to be aware of. The following may ca

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