The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for rain that may lead to travel disruption and flooding over the next two days. The first warning covers parts of north-west and south-west England, Wales and the West Midlands, stretching from Plymouth to Manchester.
This warning will be in effect from 6pm on Tuesday until midday on Wednesday. Many areas are expected to receive 10 to 20mm of rain, with up to 50 to 80mm possible in some places within six hours. Isolated thunderstorms are also possible in the south of the warning area.
A second warning for rain will be in effect in Northern Ireland from midnight to 6am on Wednesday, covering parts of County Armagh and County Down. The heaviest rain is likely in south-eastern areas, with 20-30mm widely expected, and up to 50-80mm on higher ground in South Armagh, South Down, and the Mournes.
The Met Office warns that spells of heavy rain could lead to travel disruption and flooding. There is also a slight chance of power cuts and a small chance that some communities could be cut off temporarily by flooded roads. Residents are advised to check if their properties are at risk and consider preparing a flood plan and emergency flood kit.
