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UK weather warning over 'threat of life' as heavy rain to cause flood hell
The Met Office has issued "threat to life" warnings ahead of heavy rain and flooding at the weekend, which could lead to flooded rivers, power cuts and travel delays for millions of Brits
Heavy rain and flooding could put lives at risk and cause travel chaos this weekend, forecasters warn. Boffins believe there is a drowning danger from deep, fast-flowing rivers in parts of the UK.
Power cuts are also likely in worst-affected Cumbria where around 8in of rain could hit over two days. Western Scotland will also get a soaking and 60-70mph gusts are possible along coastal areas.
Yellow weather warnings have been issued for the two regions plus North Wales and Northern Ireland for Sunday. And an Amber warning has been issued for Cumbria and parts of the North West for Sunday.
The Met Office warned of possible threats to life from deep and fast-flowing rivers and "possible power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses" and said some communities could be cut off by flooded roads following the expected rainfall.
The Met Office said: "The rain will be heavy and persistent at times with accumulations of 20-30mm expected to develop widely. Over 50mm could accumulate across higher ground."
The forecaster said rain in Northern Ireland should clear by Monday morning along with the rest of the UK. Some areas of north-west England will continue to see showers until late Monday afternoon.
Elsewhere, the weekend weather will be notably different. The southern half of the UK will be dry and bright, with much lighter winds. The Met Office said cloudless skies, patches of frost, mist and fog are expected in the south of England on Saturday morning.
Sunday will remain dry for many throughout the day. There will be more cloud followed by the band of rain slowly moving south-east through Sunday night and Monday.
Met Office chief meteorologist Rebekah Hicks said: "The north west of the UK is set for a very wet weekend.
"We have issued numerous severe weather warnings for rain, and it is possible that these could be upgraded so I’d advise people to keep an eye on the forecast and for Met Office weather warnings."
Jonathan Day, flood duty manager at the Environment Agency, said: "Significant surface water flooding impacts are possible in parts of the north of England on Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
There are also possible significant river flooding impacts in parts of the north of England on Sunday and Monday, with minor flooding impacts possible more widely across northern England over the weekend."
Floods minister Emma Hardy said: "I’m in continual contact with the Environment Agency as heavy rainfall is forecast for parts of the north of England, especially Cumbria, this weekend.
"We’re co-ordinating with local authorities and emergency services to keep communities safe, and I thank them for their vital work. I urge people to follow local advice, sign up for flood warnings, and stay up to date with the latest information."
Daily Star Sunday
The Met Office has issued "threat to life" warnings ahead of heavy rain and flooding at the weekend, which could lead to flooded rivers, power cuts and travel delays for millions of Brits
Heavy rain and flooding could put lives at risk and cause travel chaos this weekend, forecasters warn. Boffins believe there is a drowning danger from deep, fast-flowing rivers in parts of the UK.
Power cuts are also likely in worst-affected Cumbria where around 8in of rain could hit over two days. Western Scotland will also get a soaking and 60-70mph gusts are possible along coastal areas.
Yellow weather warnings have been issued for the two regions plus North Wales and Northern Ireland for Sunday. And an Amber warning has been issued for Cumbria and parts of the North West for Sunday.
The Met Office warned of possible threats to life from deep and fast-flowing rivers and "possible power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses" and said some communities could be cut off by flooded roads following the expected rainfall.
The Met Office said: "The rain will be heavy and persistent at times with accumulations of 20-30mm expected to develop widely. Over 50mm could accumulate across higher ground."
The forecaster said rain in Northern Ireland should clear by Monday morning along with the rest of the UK. Some areas of north-west England will continue to see showers until late Monday afternoon.
Elsewhere, the weekend weather will be notably different. The southern half of the UK will be dry and bright, with much lighter winds. The Met Office said cloudless skies, patches of frost, mist and fog are expected in the south of England on Saturday morning.
Sunday will remain dry for many throughout the day. There will be more cloud followed by the band of rain slowly moving south-east through Sunday night and Monday.
Met Office chief meteorologist Rebekah Hicks said: "The north west of the UK is set for a very wet weekend.
"We have issued numerous severe weather warnings for rain, and it is possible that these could be upgraded so I’d advise people to keep an eye on the forecast and for Met Office weather warnings."
Jonathan Day, flood duty manager at the Environment Agency, said: "Significant surface water flooding impacts are possible in parts of the north of England on Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
There are also possible significant river flooding impacts in parts of the north of England on Sunday and Monday, with minor flooding impacts possible more widely across northern England over the weekend."
Floods minister Emma Hardy said: "I’m in continual contact with the Environment Agency as heavy rainfall is forecast for parts of the north of England, especially Cumbria, this weekend.
"We’re co-ordinating with local authorities and emergency services to keep communities safe, and I thank them for their vital work. I urge people to follow local advice, sign up for flood warnings, and stay up to date with the latest information."
Daily Star Sunday