A yellow weather warning has been put in place for northern Lincolnshire, with flooding of homes and businesses, longer journey times and public transport delays possible.
The weather warning will be in force from 7pm tonight (Saturday) until midday on Sunday, with heavy rain forecast across the region from 8pm until 6am on Sunday morning, and light rain predicted to last until around 10am.
During this period, flooding of properties is possible, with spray and flooding on roads also likely to make journey times longer. Bus and train services could also be affected with longer journey times.
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The rain is then set to ease off from around 10am onwards, with cloudy and overcast skies throughout the remainder of the day.
The official Met Office forecast reads: “Cloud thickening through the evening giving outbreaks of rain and drizzle, perhaps seeing some heavier outbreaks towards the Humber. Fog and low cloud may become widespread overnight. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
“Dull start with areas of fog and patchy rain and drizzle. Outbreaks of heavy rain are possible further east. A drier and brighter afternoon although isolated showers may develop. Maximum temperature 8 °C.”
For tips on how to stay safe during heavy rain, you can read the Met Office’s handy guide here.
Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe
