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The adverse weather conditions are set to begin today (Thursday, December 18) from 10am and last until 7pm.
The warning follows an amber ‘danger to life’ warning earlier in the week.
A spokesperson for Met Office said: “Heavy rain may lead to some disruption to travel and possibly some flooding.
“An area of heavy rain will move northeast across the warning area during Thursday morning and afternoon before clearing to the east through the evening. Given recent very wet weather, there is potential for some disruption to travel and possible flooding.
“Much of the warning area will see 15-25 mm, but some places could see 40-50 mm, with the highest totals falling over high ground of south Wales and Dartmoor.
“In addition, strong winds will accompany the rain and may exacerbate some of the impacts. There is a chance of 60-70mph gusts along the exposed south coast, and perhaps 40-50mph some way inland across southwest England.”
Locals should prepare for difficult driving conditions and road closures, delays and cancellations to public transport services, damage to buildings caused by flooding, flooded roads, slight chance of power cuts and possible deep floodwater which could danger to life.
The yellow weather warning means likelihood is low and impact is medium.
The Met Office recommends the following:
– 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.
– Gather 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.
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