Moderate Rain

This is the detail for a severe weather event that has occurred. The original alert for this event is listed below. Details of the original alert: Information on update: Whilst further showers will continue across northern England this afternoon, the likelihood of impacts has decreased and this area has been removed. Rain will continue to affect central and southern Scotland through to this evening. A slow-moving band of rain across central and southern Scotland will continue to slowly ease through the rest of Thursday. Whilst the majority of the rainfall has now fallen, a further 15-20 mm of rain is expected in places through to early evening. For further details see https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings 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. People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering 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.