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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
Yellow warning
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Heavy rain falling on saturated ground may lead to some surface water flooding on Thursday
What should I expect?
- Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible
- Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
- Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
What should I do?
Further detail
Outbreaks of rain will spread northeastwards during Thursday, becoming persistent and heavy at times, before clearing to the northeast through the evening and night. Accumulations of 20-30 mm are expected fairly widely, in some places falling in just a few hours, with the potential for 40-50 mm in a few isolated spots, this most likely across parts of southern England. Given the saturated ground, this may lead to some surface water flooding.
Rain will also be accompanied by strengthening winds through the afternoon and evening, particularly across southern and southeast England where gusts around 50 mph may be possible along some exposed coasts.
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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Last updated
Reason: Warning area expanded across more of the Midlands, SW England and eastern England, and text updated to mention winds.
Regions and local authorities affected:
East Midlands
East of England
London & South East England
South West England
West Midlands
Warnings are in force for:
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