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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
06:00
Fri 14
UTC
06:00
Today
Storm Claudia is expected to bring heavy rain during Friday into early Saturday that may lead to some flooding and disruption
What should I expect?
- Some communities may be cut off by flooded roads
- Possible power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses
- Spray and flooding leading to difficult driving conditions, some road closures, and some bus and train services delayed or cancelled
- Homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
- Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life
What should I do?
Further detail
Storm Claudia, previously named by the Spanish Meteorological Service, will bring rain north through Thursday evening and night, becoming prolonged and heavy throughout Friday, before slowly easing into Saturday morning. Strong easterly winds will accompany this rain. Accumulations of 30-50 mm are expected quite widely, with some places receiving 60-80 mm, and in excess of 100 mm over east-facing hills in southeast Wales. This, following recent wet weather, is likely to lead to surface water and river flooding impacts. Separate amber warnings have been issued where the likelihood of impacts is higher.
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: The warning area has been expanded further north and northwest across northern England and west into northwest Wales.
Regions and local authorities affected:
East Midlands
East of England
London & South East England
North West England
South West England
Wales
West Midlands
Yorkshire & Humber
Yellow warning
Rain
00:00
Today
UTC
12:00
Today
Storm Claudia will bring persistent rain from Friday evening into early Saturday and may lead to some flooding and disruption
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
- Flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely
What should I do?
Further detail
Storm Claudia, previously named by the Spanish Meteorological Service, will bring rain north through Friday evening and night, before slowly easing through Saturday morning. Strong easterly winds will accompany this rain. Accumulations of 10-20 mm are expected fairly widely, with potentially in excess of 40 mm over the Mourne mountains. This, following recent wet weather, is likely to lead to some surface water and river flooding impacts.
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
Warnings are in force for:
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