Met Office power cut alert as it names UK areas set for very heavy rain in hours

Met Office power cut alert as it names UK areas set for very heavy rain in hours Heavy rain is forecast to drench two regions tonight as the Met Office issues a yellow weather warning for heavy rain The Met Office says two regions of the UK should brace for heavy rain that will bring travel disruption and flooding - even as a third heatwave nears. Forecasters are warning of adverse weather conditions from 5pm today through to Monday (July 6) morning with downpours set to drench two regions. Showery spells are also on the cards for much of northern England and parts of Wales tomorrow, but the heaviest downfall is forecast for the Highlands and Eilean Siar as as well as Strathcylde until10am on Monday. A yellow alert has been put in place for the region, meaning possible adverse conditions for motorists and potential flooding. Public transport including bus and rail services may also be affected with journey times taking longer. And the Met Office have warned people need to take action in case of power cuts. A statement said: "People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items." A Met Office forecast said: "It will be a wet spell for the West Highlands, with the heaviest and most persistent rain expected from Sunday afternoon through until Monday morning. 20-40 mm is expected widely within the warning area through this period, with 50-75 mm in the most mountainous areas. There is a chance that the most exposed spots could see close to 100 mm. The rain is expected to become less heavy during Monday morning." Areas facing heavy rain by 5pm - Highlands and Eilean Siar - Strathclyde, Argyll and Bute