Storm Doris is causing widespread carnage across much of the UK today, but how is it affecting things in Hertfordshire?

A large tree was blown down in Nascot Wood Road, blocking the thoroughfare for several hours. People are advised to avoid if possible.

Borehamwood Times:

Earlier this morning, trains between Bedford and London were cancelled after a tree landed on power cables in Harpenden.

Thameslink announced that trains running through St Albans could be delayed by two hours or cancelled altogether. 

Borehamwood Times:

London Midland is "strongly advising" people not to travel.

The Abbey Flyer service between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey is currently suspended. 

Borehamwood Times:

Reports have also been received of widespread powercuts across St Albans. 

Around 90 children were evacuated from a synagogue in Borehamwood as gale force winds threatened to tear the roof off the building. 

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Borehamwood Times:

Bushey Police have tweeted saying it has been receiving a high volume of calls due to the adverse weather, and that is may take longer to answer calls as a result.

Firefighters struggle to keep the roof in place at Borehamwood and Elstree Synagogue.

Reports have also been received that an elderly man has been blown over in Hertford, while pictures have emerged of garden furniture and signs blown over across the area.