Yellow Weather Warning for Region

Monday, 15 July 2024 13:00

By Nigel Peacock @westkentradio

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning which includes West Kent

The weather warning is in place until 9am on Tuesday, 16 July

The Warning
Heavy rain leading to a risk of localised flooding.

What should I expect?

There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses
There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
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

Source: Met Office

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