Man's body found naked on Tyneside beach this morning as Storm Dylan readies to bring 80mph gusts an

THE naked body of a man who was wearing only socks has been found on a beach this morning - as Storm Dylan gathers pace ahead of New Year's Eve and experts issue safety warnings.

Police officers made the tragic discovery in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, just after 8am this morning.

Investigators say the death is "currently being treated as unexplained", however it is feared that the death could be linked to treacherous weather conditions which are set to intensify in the coming days.

Storm Dylan is expected to cause disruption across the country as the weather front brings a wet and windy end to the year.

With gusts of up to 80mph expected in Northern Ireland and southern Scotland, forecasters warned there is the potential for "injuries and danger to life from flying debris".

It comes after heavy snow, rain, thunderstorms and wind caused disruption across much of Britain on Friday as the country was gripped by another day of wintry weather.

A change in conditions on Saturday has seen milder weather move in from the south and west, although cold air over northern parts will mean an icy start.

A yellow warning for wind has been issued for Northern Ireland and Scotland on Sunday, as Dylan begins to roll across the region in the early hours.

The warning is in place from around 12am to 3pm, during which the Met Office said there is a "small chance of damage to buildings", as well as power cuts and potentially issues with mobile phone coverage.

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"Large waves and beach material being thrown on to coastal areas could also be a hazard," the forecaster added.

"There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected, with the chance that some roads and bridges could close."

Officers are carrying out enquiries and are urging anyone with information to call 101 and quote reference number 247 30/12/17

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