Met Office issues Amber Weather Warning in Calderdale ahead of Storm Dennis

The warning comes into force on Saturday at 3pm and is in place until Sunday 3pm.

Spells of heavy and prolonged rain are expected to affect parts of England and Wales over the weekend with a higher likelihood of impacts now expected in some areas.

Around 20-40 mm of rain will fall widely with 50-80 mm likely across parts of northern and southern England.

Over the higher ground of Wales and southwest England, 120-140 mm of rain is possible in a few locations. This rain is expected to fall across areas already wet from recent rainfall.

In an online statement the Met Office said: "Storm Dennis is expected to bring very heavy rain, flooding and disruption to travel over the weekend.

"Homes and businesses are likely to be flooded, causing damage to some buildings.

"Fast flowing or deep floodwater is likely, causing danger to life.

"Delays and some cancellations to train and bus services are likely.

"Spray and flooding probably leading to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.

"A good chance some communities cut off by flooded roads.

"Power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses likely."

During a flood warning the GOV.UK recommends the following:

Move vehicles to higher ground if it’s safe to do so, move family and pets to safety.

Move important items upstairs or to a safe place in your property, starting with cherished items and valuables, then furniture and furnishings

Turn off gas, electricity and water supplies if it’s safe to do so; never touch an electrical switch if you’re standing in water

If you have property protection products such as flood barriers, or air brick covers, use them now

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