This could lead to:

– Travel delays on roads, stranding some vehicles and passengers

– Delays and cancellations to rail and air travel is expected

– Some rural communities cut off

– Power cuts and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, affected

What to do if you need help:

Call 105 for help if you lose power

If a river floods, you can call Floodline on 0345 602 6340

Always call 999 if there is any immediate danger

RMBC’s severe weather emergency response (SWEP) has been triggered. An emergency shelter will be provided to anyone rough sleeping across the Borough. If you are concerned about an individual who may be sleeping rough, please contact the out of hours number on 07748143170.

Please stay safe – you can receive regular updates by visiting www.metoffice.gov.uk

Keep up to date with the latest weather updates from RMBC by visiting https://www.rotherham.gov.uk/weather-updates