Stafford, England, United Kingdom Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

Information on update: Warning extended further south across northern England and into north Wales. . Strong winds will spread across northern parts of the UK during Saturday afternoon, combining with spells of heavy rain. Initially strong southerly winds will affect parts of Scotland before more widespread and even stronger westerly winds develop later on Saturday. Very windy conditions will then persist overnight and through much of Sunday before gradually easing from the southwest later. Gusts of 55-65 mph are likely widely with some coastal and exposed areas potentially seeing gusts of 70-80 mph or more, these strongest gusts most likely across Scotland and the far north of England. 

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

Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding throughout the evening. 

Flooding is expected from the evening of Friday 23 October . 

Flooding may affect properties and roads around the Stafford Road area. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. 

This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Saturday 24 October or as the situation changes.