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What do the warning colours mean?
Red warning
- Dangerous weather is expected and, if you have not done so already, you should take action now to keep yourself and others safe from the impact of the severe weather.
- It is very likely that there will be a risk to life, with substantial disruption to travel, energy supplies and possibly widespread damage to property and infrastructure.
Amber warning
- There is an increased likelihood of impacts from severe weather, which could potentially disrupt your plans.
- This means there is the possibility of travel delays, road and rail closures, power cuts and the potential risk to life and property.
Yellow warning
- Yellow warnings can be issued for a range of weather situations.
- It is important to read the content of yellow warnings to determine which weather situation is being covered by the warning.
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UK weather warnings
Amber warning
Rain
06:00
Sun 14
UTC
18:00
Mon 15
Very heavy and persistent rainfall is expected to lead to some flooding and transport disruption
What should I expect?
- Fast flowing or deep floodwater is likely, causing danger to life
- Homes and businesses are likely to be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
- Delays and cancellations to train and bus services are likely
- Spray and flooding will likely lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
- A good chance some communities will be cut off by flooded roads
- Power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses likely
What should I do?
Further detail
Persistent rainfall across northwest England will be particularly heavy over parts of Cumbria. During the course of Sunday and Monday, over 100 mm of rainfall is expected to accumulate widely across the warning area. Over 200 mm is possible in some locations, particularly in the west of the area.
What Should I Do?
Keep yourself and others safe; prepare to avoid travelling by road during potentially dangerous road conditions. If you must travel, ensure you watch for possible danger and drive cautiously.
It is not safe to drive, walk or swim through floodwater, avoid it where possible and if you are affected by fast flowing or deep-water call 999, and wait for help.
Preparing a flood kit could save you from loss or damage due to flooding to your home or business. In your flood kit have: insurance and any other important documents; a torch & spare batteries; a first aid kit, prescription medicines and supplies for looking after your family members or pets; and warm, waterproof clothes, blankets, food and water.
Consider checking on vulnerable people that you know including older people, those with underlying conditions and those who live alone; they may need support with food and medical supplies. If you are worried about your health or that of somebody you know, ring NHS 111.
Stay up to date with the weather forecast for your area and follow advice from emergency services and local authorities.
Why is the warning amber?
This warning has a medium likelihood and a medium impact.
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Issued
Regions and local authorities affected:
North West England
Yellow warning
Rain
12:00
Tomorrow
UTC
12:00
Sun 14
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding
What should I expect?
- Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
- Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
- Some interruption to power supplies and other services likely
- Flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely
What should I do?
Further detail
Rain will develop across western Scotland by late Saturday morning, becoming persistent and heavy at times through the day and into Sunday, before easing from the west late morning on Sunday. Most areas within the warning will see 30-50 mm of rain, whilst some of the high ground of Skye and western Scotland could see close to 100 mm. Strong and gusty southwesterly winds will accompany the rain.
What Should I Do?
Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
Why is the warning yellow?
This warning has a medium likelihood and a low impact.
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Issued
Regions and local authorities affected:
Highlands & Eilean Siar
Strathclyde
Yellow warning
Rain
18:00
Tomorrow
UTC
18:00
Mon 15
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding
What should I expect?
- Homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
- Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life
- Delays or cancellations to train and bus services are possible
- Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
- Some communities may be cut off by flooded roads
- Possible power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses
What should I do?
Further detail
Outbreaks of rain will spread in from the west during Saturday evening, persist through Sunday before eventually clearing away during Monday afternoon and evening. The rain will be heavy at times with accumulations of 50-70 mm developing quite widely across the warning area and over 100 mm across high ground. Totals will be highest across Cumbria, where over 200 mm could accumulate in places during this 48 hour period. Strong southwesterly winds are also possible at times.
What Should I Do?
Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
Why is the warning yellow?
This warning has a low likelihood and a medium impact.
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Last updated
Reason: Updated matrix position, validity times and text.
Regions and local authorities affected:
East Midlands
North East England
North West England
Yorkshire & Humber
Yellow warning
Rain
00:00
Sun 14
UTC
06:00
Mon 15
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding
What should I expect?
- Flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely
- Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
- Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
- Some interruption to power supplies and other services likely
What should I do?
Further detail
Outbreaks of rain will affect Northern Ireland Sunday and clear away on Monday morning. The rain will be heavy and persistent at times with accumulations of 20-30 mm expected to develop widely. Over 50 mm could accumulate across higher ground.
What Should I Do?
Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
Why is the warning yellow?
This warning has a medium likelihood and a low impact.
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Issued
Regions and local authorities affected:
Northern Ireland
Yellow warning
Rain
18:00
Tomorrow
UTC
09:00
Mon 15
Heavy and persistent rain may lead to flooding and travel disruption
What should I expect?
- There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
- There is a small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life
- Where flooding occurs, there is a chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services
- Spray and flooding will lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
- There is a small chance that some communities will become cut off by flooded roads
- There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses
What should I do?
Further detail
Outbreaks of rain will spread in from the northwest during Saturday afternoon and last through Sunday before finally clearing away on Monday morning. The rain will be persistent and heavy at times with accumulations 40-60 mm developing quite widely. Across high ground totals during this event could exceed 100 mm. Strong southwesterly winds are also possible at times.
What Should I Do?
Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
Why is the warning yellow?
This warning has a very low likelihood and a medium impact.
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Last updated
Reason: Impact level increased, start time delayed and end time extended, and warning area extended slightly further north.
Regions and local authorities affected:
SW Scotland, Lothian Borders
Strathclyde
Yellow warning
Rain
18:00
Sun 14
UTC
15:00
Mon 15
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding
What should I expect?
- Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer, with bus and train services probably affected
- There is a small chance that some communities will become cut off by flooded roads
- Some interruption to power supplies and other services likely
- Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible with a small chance of more significant flooding causing damage to some buildings
What should I do?
Further detail
Outbreaks of rain will move into the warning area during Sunday afternoon and clear away on Monday afternoon. The rain will be heavy and persistent at times with accumulations of 30-40 mm expected to develop widely. Over 100 mm could accumulate across higher ground.
What Should I Do?
Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.
Why is the warning yellow?
This warning has a very low likelihood and a medium impact.
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Last updated
Reason: Start and end times revised. Text updated.
Regions and local authorities affected:
Wales
Warnings are in force for:
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