Overview
- Durham County Cricket Club told spectators not to travel to the Riverside after overnight damage from Storm Dave led to a delayed start to day three against Kent.
- The club said play would not begin on time and promised a further update once assessments are complete.
- Officials are reviewing the pitch and checking structures inside the ground with venue staff to determine safety.
- The extent of the damage has not been disclosed, and the ground remains closed to members and spectators with only players and match officials permitted entry.
- Storm Dave also disrupted road and rail services across northern Britain, with earlier yellow wind warnings lifted as conditions began to ease.