POLICE are warning people to take care after strong winds this afternoon led to fallen trees and blocked roads.

Firefighters from Skipton and Earby were called at around 2.30pm to remove a tree after it came down at the junction of the A56 and Old Road, Thornton-in-Craven.

The tree damaged a car, and the driver was hurt, although his injuries are not believed to be serious, say police.

Meanwhile, in Coniston Cold, a very large 'for sale' sign blew over at the roadside at about 1.45pm. A passing PCSO located the sign and was able to clear it away from the carriageway with help from a local farmer.

North Yorkshire Police say they dealt with more than 80 instances of road disruption in four hours this afternoon, as officers worked to keep road users safe and moving.

As the windy weather continues, officers are reminding people who come across fallen trees to contact their local council, not the police, unless there is a significant risk to others, or there has been a collision involving injuries.

A police spokesman said: "We have been working extremely hard this afternoon, taking calls and ensuring road users across the county stay safe.

"If you come across a fallen tree or sign, you only need to call the police if there is a significant risk to others, or there has been a collision and someone is injured. If that's not the case, please report the obstruction to the local council or Highways England."