Ashton-under-Lyne, England, United Kingdom Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

West to southwesterly winds will strengthen and become rather gusty on Saturday, with gusts of 45-55 mph possible in places, and perhaps 60-65 mph along some exposed coasts, especially in the west, and briefly over more exposed hills inland. Winds should then gradually ease later on Saturday.

For further details see https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings

Following a recent spell of heavy rainfall, a further period of heavy rainfall is expected Friday afternoon  and evening.

Rain will arrive from the west on Friday afternoon, and continue into the evening, with the potential for a short period of very heavy rainfall in the evening. During this time 10-20 mm of rain will fall widely, with 40-70 mm over areas of high ground exposed to the southwesterly winds. 15-20 mm could fall within 1 hour in some locations.

Drier conditions will follow in the early hours of Saturday, although a few short-lived heavy showers will remain in the area.

Strong gusty winds will accompany the rain, and these via things such as the increased leaf fall potentially blocking drains will increase the risk of impacts.

For further details see https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings