Wet weekend ahead

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Wet weather this weekend

The Rochdale borough is in for a wet weekend as the Met Office has issued a nationwide yellow warning for rain throughout Saturday and Sunday (17 and 18 February).

The weather alert is in place from 3pm on Saturday to 6pm on Sunday.

Information issued by the Met Office says that: “An area of persistent and occasionally heavy rain is expected to move from west to east across the warning area during Saturday and Sunday, falling on already saturated ground.

“Rain will clear western areas early Sunday, whilst rate of clearance from east and southeast England is open to some uncertainty, but all areas should become dry by evening.”

What should I do?

• 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.