Heavy weather warning

Police are advising people to take extra care following a severe weather warning from the Met Office.

Some heavy rainfall is expected overnight which could lead to flash flooding in certain areas.

A police spokesman said: “The rainfall is expected to be the heaviest the area has seen in months; such rainfall could lead to flooding in some areas and cause disruption to outdoor events and transport networks.”

Police are advising drivers to be vigilant – to avoid any flooded roads and to reconsider any non-essential journeys should flooding occur.

They also advise anyone encountering areas of heavy flooding or any problem areas to report their concerns to the Environment Agency.

In the event of heavy rainfall, drivers are asked to please check the Met Office website first at:http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/sw/sw_forecast_warnings.html and also www.environment-agency.gov.uk which has the latest warnings and advice on staying safe.