- Good afternoon, welcome to this Northern Echo live breaking news blog.
- The roof of a Darlington home has been destroyed by a fallen tree.
- The detached property at the Homes By Esh, Havelock Park development, has sustained severe damage as Storm Boelo continues to take hold.
- It’s Anna Barnes here to keep you up to date with this breaking story as it develops.
- If you would like to get in touch with any pictures, or have seen something please contact: anna.barnes@newsquest.co.uk