Storm Bram has blown into Cumbria from Ireland.
Weather warnings have been issued by the Met Office for rain and wind for today, Tuesday December 9.
A yellow weather warning for rain comes into effect at midnight until 3pm.
Heavy rain may bring some flooding and travel disruption, the Met Office said.
Outbreaks of rain will become persistent and heavy this morning, before clearing into the afternoon.
Accumulations of 20mm to 40mm are likely over some hills, with up to 80mm possible over high ground in Cumbria.
The Met Office said: “Given the saturated nature of the ground, this is likely to lead to some flooding in places and transport disruption.
“Rain will also be accompanied by strengthening south to south westerly winds, with gusts in excess of 60mph possible over high ground, which may exacerbate impacts, especially on routes across the Pennines.”
What should I expect?
- There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
- There is a small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life
- Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services
- Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
- There is a small chance that some communities will become cut off by flooded roads
- There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses
The yellow weather warning for wind is in place from noon today until 6am on Wednesday.
The Met Office said southerly winds in association with Storm Bram will strengthen this afternoon with the strongest winds transferring north from England and Wales into Scotland overnight before gradually easing during tomorrow morning.
Gusts around 50mph to 60mph are possible fairly widely, and potentially in excess of 70mph for some exposed headlands and high ground.
Winds should gradually ease across Wales and northern England during Tuesday night and across Scotland on Wednesday morning.
What should I expect?
- Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely
- Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer
- Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely
- Some short term loss of power and other services is possible
- It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves
