Storm Bram to hit Cumbria with wind and heavy rain

Storm Bram is expected to bring flooding and travel disruption to Cumbria, as the Met office issues rain and wind warnings.

A yellow warning of rain has been issued from midnight to 15:00 GMT on Tuesday, while a yellow wind warning is in place from midday on Tuesday to 06:00 on Wednesday.

National Rail warned trains might be delayed or cancelled and urged passengers to check before they traveled.

The Met office warned 20 to 40mm (0.7 to 1.5in) of rain was likely over some hills, with up to 80mm (3in) over high ground in Cumbria.

A spokesman said there would also be strong gusts of wind.

"Gusts around 50-60 mph are possible fairly widely, and potentially in excess of 70 mph for some exposed headlands and high ground," they added.

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