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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
Rain
12:00
Sat 13
UTC
18:00
Sun 14
Heavy rain during the weekend may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
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
- Some interruption to power supplies and other services likely
What should I do?
Further detail
Outbreaks of rain will spread in from the west during Saturday, eventually clearing away during Sunday afternoon and evening. The rain will be heavy at times with accumulations 30-40 mm developing quite widely and locally 60-80 mm across high ground. 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 medium likelihood and a low impact.
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Issued
Regions and local authorities affected:
SW Scotland, Lothian Borders
Strathclyde
Yellow warning
Rain
15:00
Sat 13
UTC
18:00
Sun 14
Periods of heavy rain during the weekend 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 spread in from the west during Saturday, eventually clearing away during Sunday afternoon and evening. The rain will be heavy at times with accumulations of 30-50 mm developing quite widely and in excess of 100 mm across some high 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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Issued
Regions and local authorities affected:
North East England
North West England
Yorkshire & Humber
Yellow warning
Rain
00:00
Sun 14
UTC
23:59
Sun 14
Periods of heavy rain during Sunday 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 affect the warning area during Sunday, this heavy and persistent at times. Accumulations of 30-40 mm are expected to develop quite widely with a chance of 80-100 mm across some high 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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Issued
Regions and local authorities affected:
Wales
Warnings are in force for:
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