Severe Weather Warning Issued for Devon and Cornwall
A 19-hour weather warning has been issued for Devon and Cornwall due to forecast heavy rain, with the Met Office warning of potential flooding, power supply interruptions, and public transport disruptions. According to the Met Office, the warning will be in place from 14:00 BST on Friday until 09:00 on Saturday, as reported by the BBC.
The warning, which covers most of Cornwall along with parts of south, central, west, and east Devon, is due to a "prolonged spell of rain" that is expected to move across the two counties. The Met Office has forecast that up to 75mm (2.95 inches) of rain could fall over higher ground, particularly around the Dartmoor area. In addition to the heavy rain, conditions are also expected to be "quite windy".
"We are expecting a significant amount of rain to fall over the next 19 hours, and we urge residents to be prepared for potential disruptions," said a spokesperson for the Met Office, as cited by the BBC. "Flooding, power supply interruptions, and public transport disruptions are all possible, and we advise people to plan ahead and take necessary precautions."
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for the area, which indicates that there is a possibility of severe weather conditions that could disrupt daily life. The warning is in place to alert residents to the potential dangers of the severe weather and to encourage them to take necessary precautions.
Residents in the affected areas are advised to check their local weather forecasts and to be prepared for potential disruptions. The Met Office has also advised that people should stay away from flooded areas and to follow the advice of the emergency services.
The severe weather warning is a timely reminder of the importance of being prepared for extreme weather conditions. As the Met Office continues to monitor the situation, residents are urged to stay informed and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
In a statement, the Met Office said: "We are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as necessary. We urge everyone to be prepared and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety." The BBC will continue to provide updates on the situation as more information becomes available.
This severe weather warning is a significant development for residents in Devon and Cornwall, and the Met Office is taking a proactive approach to alerting people to the potential dangers. As the situation continues to unfold, the BBC will provide ongoing coverage and updates.
According to the BBC, the Met Office is working closely with local authorities to ensure that residents are prepared for the severe weather. The BBC will continue to bring you updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
The Met Office is urging residents to be prepared and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. As the severe weather warning continues, the BBC will provide ongoing coverage and updates.
Source: BBC News
