The Met Office has confirmed Storm Lilian - the 12th named storm of the season - will hit the UK on Friday with winds of up to 80mph in some parts of the country.
An urgent yellow weather warning was issued by the Met Office for wind across northern England and parts of southern Scotland from 5am on Friday morning until 11am.Two separate yellow weather warnings for rain are also in place in south-west Scotland and eastern Scotland from 9pm on Thursday until 9am on Friday. The Met Office said: "An area of strong winds associated with Storm Lilian is expected to move east across northern England during Friday morning.
” The Met Office urged the public to protect property, to check for loose items outside their homes and check for travel delays before heading out.It also warned people to prepare themselves for a power cut and for those who live on the coast to be aware of large waves.The Met Office said: "It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items. If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves.
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