After a week of storms that battered the country, it seems the bad weather isn't over yet with another band of chaos on its way. Storm Gladys is set to arrive in the UK this week with forecasters predicting more weather disruption. Last week three storms ripped through the country and parts of the UK were issued with a rare red weather warning as the official advice was to stay home.Though all Met Office weather warnings have now been lifted, forecasters have warned that the heavy wind and rain is set to return later this week.
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Storm Franklin has been confirmed by the Met Office as strong winds and rain are expected to hit Greater Manchester.
The cyclone is due in the UK today, with yellow weather warnings issued across the region.
A warning for wind is in place for the North West between 12pm today and 1pm on Monday (February 21).
According to weather charts, wind gusts could reach as high as 60mph.
The Met Office says the storm could cause damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, along with trees being brought down
Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible and some roads and bridges may close.
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Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage.
There could also be injuries or danger to life.
It comes as Britain continues to dust itself off after Storm Eunice caused devastation, with at least four deaths.
Homes, transport links and power lines were affected by Eunice, which brought record 122mph gusts - with thousands of people still without power.
The Met Office said in a tweet: "The Met Office has named StormFranklin.
"The storm is forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rain to the UK on Sunday and Monday.
"The strongest winds will be in Northern Ireland where an Amber weather warning has been issued. Stay WeatherAware."
Here is the weather forecast for Greater Manchester over the next few days:
The region will see a wet start today with the rain turning heavy and persistent at times, especially over higher ground.
The rain may turn briefly drier for a time before becoming heavier again later.
Gales are expected to develop during the
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