Crazy pictures show sea foam forming like snow at Seaburn as Storm Babet hits Sunderland

These pictures show the crazy conditions at Sunderland seafront as Storm Babet hits the city.

Strong winds of more than 50mph are whipping round Wearside, with heavy rain forecast for later today.

Met Office weather warnings for both wind and rain are in place, and Sunderland City Council has urged people to stay at home if possible.