Yellow weather warning issued for rain in Scarborough, Whitby and Bridlington- here’s what you need to know

A yellow rain warning could cause some flooding on Thursday, according to the Met Office. Photo: Richard Ponter.A yellow rain warning could cause some flooding on Thursday, according to the Met Office. Photo: Richard Ponter.
A yellow rain warning could cause some flooding on Thursday, according to the Met Office. Photo: Richard Ponter.
A yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for rain.

The warning covers most of the North East of the UK, including Scarborough, Bridlington and Whitby.

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It will be in place all day, from 12am until 23:59pm on Thursday (September 26).

According to the Met Office, there is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses.

There is also a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings.

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Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services.

Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.

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The Met Office has said: “A period of heavy and persistent rain is expected to affect parts of northern England and north Midlands during much of Thursday.

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“The heaviest rainfall is likely to be across the Pennines and North York Moors where 80-100 mm of rainfall could accumulate during the course of the day.

“Elsewhere, totals are likely to be lower, reaching 20-30 mm widely but with a risk of 50-70 mm in some locations.

“Strong winds may also affect coastal locations and routes over high ground.”

Visit here for this week’s weather report, which covers Scarborough, Whitby and Bridlington

Click here for further advice about staying safe in heavy rain from the Met Office.

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