Met Office issues Amber weather warning for heavy rain in Banbury tomorrow (Friday)
The Met Office has issued an Amber weather warning for heavy rain tomorrow (Friday, November 14) in the Banbury area.
Heavy rain will affect much of England and Wales between midday and midnight on Friday as Storm Claudia hits.
The Met Office has said that fast-flowing water and deep flooding are likely to cause danger to life.
It also said that homes and businesses in parts of England and Wales are likely to be flooded, and driving conditions are expected to be difficult.
A spokesperson for the Met Office said: “Storm Claudia, previously named by the Spanish Meteorological Service, will bring rain that will become persistent and heavy during Friday.
“40-60 mm of rain is expected widely across this region, with some places seeing around 80 mm; these higher accumulations are more probable across the East Midlands, and higher ground in Wales and western England.
“Impacts may be exacerbated by strong easterly winds, as well as thunderstorms later Friday afternoon and evening.”
The Met Office reminds people not to drive, walk or swim through floodwater and to avoid flooded areas if possible.
Oxfordshire County Council will be providing updates throughout the day on road and school closures.
Chiltern Railways has informed customers that it will be running a reduced service tomorrow, with only one train per hour running between Birmingham Moor Street and London Marylebone.
For more information on how to stay safe during heavy rain and flooding, visit the Met Office’s advice page at: https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/seasonal-advice/stay-safe-in-heavy-rain
For updates on schools and roads, visit: https://news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/heavy-rain-in-oxfordshire/