Newport County have announced that they will be erecting a temporary stand for the FA Cup clash against Manchester United.
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The Met Office has warned of a 'supercell' thunderstorm that is about to hit the North West after reports of a 'localised tornado'.
Around 100 homes were damaged in Stalybridge, Tameside, as Storm Gerrit swept across the country last night. Numerous reports were made to Greater Manchester Police at around 11.45pm on Wednesday, and the force declared a major incident due to the “severity” of the damage caused and the potential risk to public safety.
No injuries were reported but many residents were forced to leave their homes.
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Forecasters have since predicted a 'supercell' thunderstorm is about to hit parts of Lancashire, with added heavy rain and hail. It's likely to remain windy, especially on higher ground, the Met Office has said.
In a post shared on X - formerly Twitter - the Met Office said: "A supercell thunderstorm is currently moving east across Morecambe Bay, Lancashire. In addition to heavy rain and some hail, frequent lightning and strong and gusty winds may affect parts of #Lancashire in the next hour or so."
Newport County have announced that they will be erecting a temporary stand for the FA Cup clash against Manchester United.
A Met Office weather map has revealed the exact time snow will hit Greater Manchester tomorrow (Tuesday, January 16).
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Snow is expected to fall in parts of the UK today on what could be the coldest night of the year. And the Met Office are now forecasting 'heavy' snowfall in parts of our region on Tuesday morning.
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Two families affected by the tornado that hit parts of Tameside have launched crowdfunding appeals as residents count the cost of the freak storm.
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